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premises licence

14 stories · discussed at 28 council meetings · 22 councils

Councils are currently deciding on new premises licences and variations, often balancing business needs with public concerns.

In September 2026, Havering Council's Licensing Sub-Committee granted Romford nightclub Jukebox extended operating hours despite objections from the Metropolitan Police and Havering's Licensing Authority. Similarly, in July 2026, Wandsworth Council granted Regine Pizzeria a licence despite resident concerns about noise and litter. However, in August 2026, Redbridge Council refused an application to extend late-night refreshment hours for GDK.

Councils are also reviewing existing premises licences and imposing new conditions. In September 2026, Kensington and Chelsea Council modified conditions for The Champion pub following resident concerns. Lewisham Council added conditions to House of Flavours' licence in July 2026 after complaints about noise and anti-social behaviour, while Barking and Dagenham Council varied Jay Food and Wine's alcohol licence with additional stipulations.

A premises licence permits activities like selling alcohol or providing late-night refreshment. Councils consider applications and reviews based on licensing objectives such as crime prevention and public safety. Brent Council's Alcohol and Entertainment Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to discuss premises licences on October 21, 2026.

Key facts

  1. Romford nightclub Jukebox was granted extended hours until 4am on Fridays and Saturdays by Havering Council in September 2026, despite police objections. Source
  2. Regine Pizzeria was granted a premises licence by Wandsworth Council in July 2026, despite 10 resident objections. Source
  3. Lewisham Council added three new conditions to House of Flavours' premises licence in July 2026 following resident complaints. Source
  4. Hackney Council granted a premises licence for a new eatery in Bouverie Road in July 2026, despite resident concerns about noise. Source
  5. Barking and Dagenham Council varied Jay Food and Wine's alcohol licence with additional conditions in July 2026, refusing an extension of hours. Source 1 Source 2
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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

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  1. Romford nightclub Jukebox granted extended hours despite police objections Romford nightclub Jukebox has been granted an extension to its operating hours, allowing it to stay open until 4am on Fridays and Saturdays, despite objections from the... Havering 22 September 2026
  2. Regine Pizzeria Granted Licence Despite Resident Noise and Litter Concerns Regine Pizzeria has been granted a licence to operate in Wandsworth, despite concerns raised by local residents about potential noise and litter. The pizzeria, located at 20... Wandsworth 25 July 2026
  3. Lewisham council adds conditions to venue licence Lewisham Council has imposed additional conditions on the premises licence for House of Flavours following a review prompted by numerous complaints from local residents. The... Lewisham 24 July 2026
  4. Hackney Council Grants Licence for Bouverie Road Eatery Amidst Resident Noise Concerns Residents in Bouverie Road have voiced concerns over potential noise disturbances from a new eatery planned for Unit 4, 1 Bouverie Road. The application for a premises licence... Hackney 21 July 2026
  5. Dagenham shop's alcohol licence varied after compliance issues A Dagenham shop has had its alcohol licence varied with additional conditions imposed following concerns raised by the Metropolitan Police, the Council's Licensing Department,... Barking and Dagenham 4 July 2026
  6. Jay Food and Wine faces new licence conditions Jay Food and Wine has been subjected to new licence conditions following a Licensing Sub-Committee meeting on Thursday, 2 July 2026. The committee refused the requested... Barking and Dagenham 4 July 2026
  7. Drink Cellar licence transfer and DPS variation refused Havering Council's Licensing Sub-Committee has refused a bid to transfer the premises licence and vary the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) for The Drink Cellar in Romford.... Havering 9 April 2026
  8. Balham McDonald's granted 24-hour licence despite noise and anti-social behaviour fears A McDonald's restaurant in Balham has been granted a 24-hour licence to serve late-night refreshments, following a decision by the Wandsworth Licensing Sub-Committee on Tuesday,... Wandsworth 26 March 2026