Issue

anti-social behaviour

64 stories · discussed at 61 council meetings · 30 councils

Councils are currently addressing anti-social behaviour through licensing decisions for businesses and public consultations on extending Public Space Protection Orders.

Councils are frequently making licensing decisions related to anti-social behaviour concerns. In October 2026, Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee heard a bid for late-night alcohol sales on Cheney Walk was scaled back after resident objections. Similarly, in September 2026, Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a Tesco Express licence with reduced alcohol sales hours following resident concerns.

To proactively address anti-social behaviour, Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders to all borough parks and eight district centres. Additionally, Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority area.

Anti-social behaviour is broadly defined as conduct causing alarm, distress, or nuisance. Councils continue to address this through various means, including licensing reviews and strategic planning. In July 2026, Kensington and Chelsea Council called for increased police presence and reopened station counters to address crime concerns, which can be linked to anti-social behaviour.

Key facts

  1. Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee heard a bid for late-night alcohol sales on Cheney Walk was scaled back in October 2026. Source
  2. Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders. Source
  3. Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's application for extended opening hours on Walworth Road in October 2026. Source
  4. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026. Source
  5. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a Tesco Express licence with reduced alcohol sales hours in September 2026. 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 16 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 2

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Brewery licence granted despite noise fears A brewery has been granted a licence to sell alcohol despite significant concerns raised by local residents about potential noise disturbances. Br3wery, located at 97 Moyser... Wandsworth 8 August 2026
  6. Brent Council to Revitalise High Streets by Promoting 'Aspirational' Businesses and Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour Brent's high streets are set to undergo a transformation, with a new strategy aiming to foster more aspirational businesses and move away from non-aspirational ones. The... Brent 31 July 2026
  7. McDonald's Extended Hours Approved in Sidcup Bexley Council's Planning Committee has approved a temporary 12-month extension to the opening hours of a McDonald's restaurant in Sidcup, allowing for dine-in and takeaway... Bexley 29 July 2026
  8. Sainsbury's wins 24-hour alcohol licence bid Sainsbury's has been granted a licence to sell alcohol 24 hours a day at its New Festival Quarter store in Tower Hamlets. The decision was made by the council's Licensing Sub... Tower Hamlets 28 July 2026