East Sheen residents can now order late-night pizza takeaways as AK Pizza London Ltd, trading as Caprinos, has been granted a new premises licence for their location at 160 Upper Richmond Road West. The decision was made at a Licensing Sub-Committee hearing on 13 November 2025.

Following concerns raised by the Metropolitan Police and local residents, the licence includes specific conditions and amended hours to address potential issues related to crime, noise, and anti-social behaviour. Residents who remain concerned about the potential negative impacts of the late-night takeaway service are encouraged to contact the Licensing Authority in the first instance, as the Licensing Sub-Committee noted its powers to review the premises licence should problems arise following the grant of the licence.

The licence permits late-night refreshment for walk-in takeaways only, from Monday to Sunday between 23:00 and 00:00. Deliveries of late-night refreshments are not allowed after 23:00. The premises are allowed to be open to the public from 11:00 to 00:00, Monday to Sunday.

The applicant, Afnan Khan, agreed to amend the operational hours to those suggested in a letter from PC Clewett dated 22 October 2025. The agreed-upon hours are:

  • Provision of late night refreshment Walk-in customers Monday – Sunday: 23:00 – 00:00
  • Delivery only
    • Sunday – Thursday: 23:00 – 01:00
    • Friday – Saturday: 23:00 – 02:00

This is a change from the original application which sought late night refreshment until 3am Monday to Thursday, and until 4am Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The decision notice from the meeting on 13 November 2025 outlines several conditions attached to the licence, aimed at preventing crime and disorder, ensuring public safety, preventing public nuisance, and protecting children from harm. These conditions include:

  • A comprehensive CCTV system must be installed and maintained, with recordings stored for a minimum of 28 days.
  • A staff member must be present at all times the premises are open, capable of operating the CCTV system.
  • Suitable signage must be displayed indicating CCTV is in operation.
  • A security and safety plan must be in place to prevent theft and anti-social behaviour.
  • Staff must receive training on welfare and vulnerability engagement.
  • Notices must be displayed requesting customers to leave quietly and dispose of litter responsibly.

The security and safety plan includes strategies beyond CCTV and staff presence, such as:

  • Replacing open faced displays/fridges or shelves with lockable or protected alternatives
  • A review of staffing of the premises, so as to have the appropriate number for customer service and store security (protection of staff/public / vulnerable persons and prevent stock loss)
  • A specified number for SIA security personnel for opening hours, benefiting the store for conflict management and physical intervention.
  • Measures specified in relation to attempting to prevent or inhibit attacks on the store (smoke emitters / alarms both fixed and mobile / shutters / proactive operations where required)
  • Consideration of product placement namely away from fire exits / furthest point from entrance / exit, shelf stock reduction, removal or relocation of stock
  • The plan will be reviewed by the Premises Licence Holder annually or following a significant incident or crime increase. Entries will be recorded, detailing the date and the changes implemented in support of the licensing objectives.
  • The plan will be available on request by the police or authorised local authority officer.

Customer facing staff will be provided with Welfare and Vulnerability Engagement (WAVE) training to provide those working in the licensed industry with an awareness of vulnerability and their responsibilities towards people visiting their premises. This training is available by contacting the Safer Business Network wave@saferbusiness.org.uk.

Sergeant Andrew Lee of the Metropolitan Police initially raised concerns that the proposed terminal hours could undermine the licensing objectives, citing potential increases in crime, anti-social behaviour, and nuisance. However, the applicant, Afnan Khan, agreed to amend the operational hours to those suggested in a letter from PC Clewett dated 22 October 2025, and agreed to additional conditions proposed by the Metropolitan Police.

Several local residents also voiced concerns. Sian Lucas cited parking difficulties caused by delivery vehicles and questioned the applicant's ability to adhere to the conditions. Julie Pender raised concerns about noise and sleep disruption, while David Morgenstern expressed a lack of confidence in the applicant's ability to manage the risk of increased crime and anti-social behaviour. Councillor Cambridge also opposed the application, citing concerns about noise, littering, and the potential for disorder.

The Legal Officer stated that non-compliance with any of the licence conditions is a criminal offence.

Despite these concerns, the Licensing Sub-Committee, comprised of Councillor Lesley Pollesche (Chair), Councillor Rob O`Carroll (Vice-Chair), and Councillor Anton McNulty-Howard, agreed to grant the licence with the aforementioned conditions. The minutes of the 13 November 2025 meeting provide further details on the decision.