Issue

Anti-social behaviour

68 stories · discussed at 86 council meetings · 31 councils

Councils are currently addressing concerns about anti-social behaviour, particularly regarding alcohol licensing applications and the extension of public space protection orders.

In November 2026, Ealing's Licensing Sub-Committee heard objections to a B&M alcohol licence due to fears it could worsen anti-social behaviour, while Camden Council granted a Tesco Express licence with amended hours despite resident concerns. Croydon's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to consult on extending Public Space Protection Orders across all borough parks and district centres to tackle such behaviour. Southwark's Health, Adult Social Care and Community Safety Scrutiny Commission also questioned the scope of a review into street-based anti-social behaviour in October 2026.

Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority area. The council's Cabinet is scheduled to meet in November 2026. Other councils have also recently addressed licensing issues, with Kingston upon Thames granting an alcohol licence in October 2026 despite resident fears, and Hounslow reducing alcohol sales hours for a Tesco Express in September 2026 after objections.

Anti-social behaviour is broadly defined as conduct that causes or is likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress to individuals or communities. Councils frequently address this through licensing decisions for premises selling alcohol or offering late-night refreshments, and by implementing strategies to enhance community safety.

Key facts

  1. Ealing's Licensing Sub-Committee heard objections in November 2026 to a B&M alcohol licence due to anti-social behaviour fears. Source
  2. Camden Council granted a Tesco Express alcohol licence in November 2026 with amended hours after a resident raised concerns. Source
  3. Croydon's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders. Source
  4. Southwark's Health, Adult Social Care and Community Safety Scrutiny Commission discussed the scope of a review into street-based anti-social behaviour in October 2026. Source
  5. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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 9 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 2

  1. Tesco Express on Whitton Road granted licence with reduced alcohol sales hours after resident objections Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel has granted a premises licence for Tesco Express on Whitton Road, but with significantly reduced hours for alcohol sales following numerous... Hounslow 23 September 2026
  2. New dessert shop granted licence despite resident concerns A new dessert shop, Dr Dessert, has been granted a licence to operate despite significant concerns raised by local residents and ward panels regarding potential noise and... Hammersmith and Fulham 13 September 2026
  3. Notting Hill Gate facade plans approved despite anti-social behaviour fears Plans to replace the facades of a Notting Hill Gate building have been approved by Kensington and Chelsea Council, following a meeting on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The... Kensington and Chelsea 11 September 2026
  4. KFC Chessington licence decision deferred amid resident concerns A decision on a licence application for a KFC restaurant in Chessington has been deferred by Kingston Council's Licensing Sub-Committee due to significant concerns raised by... Kingston upon Thames 14 August 2026
  5. McDonald's granted late-night opening extension Lewisham Council's Planning Committee B has granted McDonald's a one-hour extension to its late-night opening hours at The Garden Gate, Old Bromley Road. The fast-food... Lewisham 13 August 2026
  6. Berwick Manor Hotel DPS removed amid noise complaints The Berwick Manor Hotel has had its Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) removed and restrictions placed on its outdoor activities following persistent noise complaints from... Havering 10 August 2026
  7. Smoke and Pepper licence bid sparks resident fury A bid by a takeaway restaurant to extend its opening hours until 3 am has been met with strong opposition from residents and local councillors, who fear it will exacerbate... Kensington and Chelsea 8 August 2026
  8. Late-night refreshment bid divides Earl's Court A bid to extend the opening hours of a popular Earl's Court eatery until 3 am has sparked division among residents and local councillors, with concerns raised about potential... Kensington and Chelsea 8 August 2026