noise complaints
Councils are restricting venue licences and activities following persistent noise complaints from residents and environmental teams.
Havering Licensing Sub-Committee removed the Designated Premises Supervisor for Berwick Manor Hotel and restricted its outdoor activities in August 2026, following persistent noise complaints from residents. In July 2026, Hammersmith and Fulham Council denied IMUSIX LTD a late licence for three August dates, while Hackney Council curtailed The Playroom's late-night licence, both due to noise concerns.
Earlier in July 2026, Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Licensing Sub-Committee cancelled IMUSIX LTD's music events planned for July, citing a history of noise complaints and breaches of a noise abatement notice. In May 2026, residents raised concerns over potential increased noise from Warren House Hotel's licence bid in Kingston upon Thames.
Noise complaints are formal expressions of dissatisfaction regarding excessive sound levels, often from venues disturbing local residents. Councils' Environmental Protection Teams frequently object to licence applications or variations, citing histories of noise issues and statutory nuisance.
Key facts
- Havering Licensing Sub-Committee removed the DPS for Berwick Manor Hotel and restricted outdoor activities in August 2026 due to noise complaints. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council denied IMUSIX LTD a late licence for three August dates in July 2026 due to noise complaints. Source
- Hackney Council's Licensing Sub-Committee D curtailed The Playroom's late-night licence in July 2026 due to noise fears. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Licensing Sub-Committee cancelled IMUSIX LTD's July 2026 music events due to noise complaints. Source
- Residents voiced concerns in May 2026 over Warren House Hotel's licence bid in Kingston upon Thames, citing fears of increased noise. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. 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.