Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-Committee of Newham Council
Newham Council's Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-Committee recently approved a fast-food licence despite resident concerns about late-night operations.
In September 2026, Newham Council's Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-Committee approved a new premises licence for BIMS, a fast-food establishment located at 156 The Grove, Stratford. This decision permits the serving of late-night refreshments from 11:00 PM to 4:00 AM daily, with the premises open from 7:00 AM to 4:00 AM.
The Sub-Committee, which is responsible for licensing matters under the Licensing Act 2003, made this approval despite an objection from a resident. The resident had cited worries about noise, loitering, and cooking smells potentially arising from the late operating hours. No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled for this topic.
Key facts
- In September 2026, Newham Council's Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-Committee approved a new premises licence for BIMS. Source
- The licence permits late-night refreshments from 11:00 PM to 4:00 AM daily. Source
- A resident objected to the licence, citing concerns about noise, loitering, and cooking smells. Source
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