Licensing Authority
Licensing authorities are currently focusing on revoking licences and refusing extended alcohol sales hours due to concerns over crime and disorder.
In September 2026, Hounslow's Licensing Authority applied for a review that led to the revocation of a convenience store's licence after illicit goods were found. In August 2026, Wandsworth Council's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a store's bid to extend alcohol sales hours, following objections from the Metropolitan Police and the Licensing Authority regarding crime and disorder.
Havering's Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet in October 2026. The Licensing Authority, which is the department within a local council responsible for administering and enforcing licensing laws, often makes representations on applications to ensure licensing objectives are upheld.
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