Rio Cross Residents Association
No recent council discussions explicitly mention the Rio Cross Residents Association, which objects to late-night licence applications.
In July 2026, Hackney Council's Licensing Sub-Committee D significantly curtailed a Dalston venue's late-night licence following concerns raised by residents and council officers. The application for The Playroom, a basement venue, sought authorisation for recorded music until 3am and alcohol sales until 2:30am on Fridays and Saturdays.
The Environmental Protection team had cited a history of noise complaints and statutory nuisance at the premises. The Rio Cross Residents Association is a residents' association that raises objections to late-night licence applications and submits objections to premises licence applications. No upcoming meetings or specific current discussions involving the association are reported.
Key facts
- Hackney Council's Licensing Sub-Committee D curtailed a Dalston venue's late-night licence on July 20, 2026. Source
- The Playroom sought authorisation for music until 3am and alcohol sales until 2:30am on Fridays and Saturdays. Source
- The Environmental Protection team cited a history of noise complaints and statutory nuisance at the premises. Source
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