Cap. 640 Art. 22Renewal of licence.

(1) A licence may be renewed by the Authority provided that the licensed service provider has complied with the provisions of this Act and of any regulations made thereunder.

(2) A licensee who intends to renew a licence which is due to expire shall, at least four (4) months before such expiry, apply to the Authority for such licence to be renewed. The Authority shall renew the licence if it is satisfied that the services are being provided in accordance with the provisions of this Act and following an assessment conducted by the Authority confirming adherence with the regulations issued in terms of this Act.

(3) The decision of the Authority on the renewal of the licence shall be served on the licensed service provider by registered mail not later than thirty (30) days from date of decision.

(4) The licensed service provider shall ensure that the original licence is kept affixed in a prominent place in the principal office of the premises from which the service is provided. The licensed service provider shall, upon a request by a service user, provide access to the licence to the service users or potential service users.

(5) The issuing and renewal of a licence shall be without prejudice to the requirement of any other licence or authorization required under any other law.