anti-social behaviour
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
- 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
- Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders. Source
- Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's application for extended opening hours on Walworth Road in October 2026. Source
- Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026. Source
- 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.