prevention of crime and disorder
Councils are currently addressing concerns about crime and disorder when reviewing or granting premises licences, with recent decisions on illicit goods and event safety.
Hounslow Council revoked Kinsley Super Store's licence in September 2026 due to illicit tobacco, vapes, and alcohol. Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee adjourned a review of Ringo Pizza's licence in September 2026, sought by the Home Office Immigration Enforcement Team over an employee working without the right to work. Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee refused two alcohol Temporary Event Notices for Notting Hill Carnival in August 2026, citing public safety and crime and disorder concerns. Lewisham Council imposed additional conditions on House of Flavours' licence in July 2026 following complaints of noise and disorder.
Several councils are scheduled to discuss licensing applications and reviews in October 2026, including Lambeth, Westminster, Tower Hamlets, Lewisham, and Hackney. These meetings will address various issues related to the prevention of crime and disorder, such as operating hours, licence variations, and compliance with conditions. For example, Hounslow's Licensing Panel was scheduled to consider two premises licence review applications in September 2026 based on failures to uphold this objective.
The prevention of crime and disorder is a key licensing objective under the Licensing Act 2003, which councils consider when making decisions on premises licences. In March 2026, Barnet Council revoked Snack Buzz & Off Licence's licence due to illegal tobacco and fake goods, while Westminster City Council suspended Food Works' licence over serious crime concerns. Southwark Council approved a new licensing policy in March 2026, outlining how it will manage its responsibilities, including this objective, for 2026-2031.
Key facts
- Hounslow Council revoked Kinsley Super Store's licence in September 2026 due to illicit tobacco, vapes, and high-strength alcohol. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee adjourned Ringo Pizza's licence review in September 2026 due to improper notification. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee refused an alcohol Temporary Event Notice for Oxford Gardens in August 2026. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a sound system bid for Notting Hill Carnival in August 2026. Source
- Lewisham Council imposed additional conditions on House of Flavours' licence in July 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.