A licensing application by The Stonegate Group on behalf of The Craft Union Pub Company Ltd for The Green pub on Uxbridge Road has sparked debate, with residents voicing concerns over potential noise and antisocial behaviour, while supporters highlight the pub's community benefits.
The Hammersmith and Fulham Licensing Sub-Committee convened on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, to consider the application for a full variation of the premises licence. The application sought to extend the terminal hour for licensable activities, amend conditions relating to QPR match days, and adjust the permitted hours for children on the premises.
The original application requested an extension of the terminal hour for licensable activities to 1am from Sunday to Thursday, and to 3am on Fridays and Saturdays. However, following consultations, the applicant revised the request to 2am on Fridays and Saturdays. The applicant also agreed to conditions such as employing a minimum of two SIA registered door supervisors from 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays when operating beyond 1am, and ensuring no new entry or re-entry after 1am.
Amendments to the conditions relating to QPR match days include that alcohol shall not be served before 11:00 on Saturdays when Queens Park Rangers (QPR) (male first team) play at home and the kick-off time is 15:00 or anytime thereafter, and alcohol shall not be served before 10:00 on Saturdays when QPR (male first team) play at home and the kick-off time is between 12:30 and 14:59. This information can be found in the main report.
Residents' Concerns
The Licensing Section received 35 representations opposing the application, including 33 from residential objectors. Concerns centred on the potential for increased crime, antisocial behaviour, and public nuisance.
One resident wrote that they already experience broken sleep due to gangs, drug takers, and general antisocial behaviour. They stated: This application would further add to what is an increasingly intolerable experience as a resident.
Another resident, living in the same building as The Green, complained about existing noise issues, stating that the pub already played music late at night past permitted hours, causing the whole building to shake.
Councillor Umeh (Shepherds Bush Green Ward) also objected, raising concerns about public nuisance, crime, disorder, and the protection of children from harm. She requested a comprehensive noise management plan, additional security measures, and a clear dispersal policy.
Environmental Protection Team
Initially, the Environmental Protection Team objected to the application, citing concerns about noise and disturbances. However, following discussions with the applicant and the implementation of final conditions, the team withdrew its objection. The specific conditions agreed upon included:
- Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times that they are on the premises.
- Alcohol sales will finish 30 minutes before closing time.
- All windows and Doors (save for access and egress) will remain closed during regulated entertainment.
These agreements are detailed in the email correspondence between Guillaume Chipchase (Stonegate Group) and Lamin Tamba and John Garcia (Environmental Protection Team), found in Appendix 4 - Environmental Protection Representation Conciliation.
Support for the Application
Four representations were received in support of the application. Supporters argued that the changes would bring positive benefits to the area and reflect the evolving needs of the local community. They stated that the area lacked late-night venues and that extending the hours at The Green would help address this issue in a sensible and community-focused way.
The four representations supporting the application argued that:
- Local crime data showed no evidence linking disorder to licensed premises, and that the area lacked late-night venues despite local demand. They argued that keeping it local improves safety and community wellbeing, and that The Green was a community-focused venue that has operated without complaints or disorder.
- Licensed venues are central to the area's identity and economy, and the lack of late-night options drives people away.
- Encouraging responsible nightlife locally is safer, and The Green operates to a high standard.
- The crime patterns do not justify opposition to the license, and supporting local nightlife supports safety.
These arguments are detailed in the representations found in the Public reports pack.
One supporter argued that local crime data showed no evidence linking disorder to licensed premises, and that The Green was a community-focused venue that has operated without complaints or disorder.
Licensing Enforcement Visit
A licensing enforcement officer, Fabien Simms, visited The Green on 18 July 2025. He reported that no issues or breaches were spotted, and that the designated premises supervisor (DPS) Peter Thomas Montague Altwegg Restell was very knowledgeable and ran through the requirements, the measurements etc pretty much off the top of his head and knew the licence conditions details and the issues in the area.
Policy Considerations
The Sub-Committee was asked to consider the application in light of the council's Statement of Licensing Policy (SLP). The SLP supports the licensed sector and leisure offer within the borough, with a focus on business resilience and a safe licensing environment.
Crime Statistics
Some representations referenced crime statistics in the area. A chart included in the Public reports pack shows the top crime categories in Shepherd's Bush Green in March 2025:
Next Steps
The Licensing Sub-Committee will now consider all representations and evidence before making a decision on the application. The decision will be based on the promotion of the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder; public safety; the prevention of public nuisance; and the protection of children from harm.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
