Law or policy

Licensing Act 2003

47 stories · discussed at 173 council meetings · 30 councils

Councils are currently deciding on premises licence applications, frequently addressing resident concerns about public nuisance and crime, while also reviewing licensing policies.

In November 2026, Waltham Forest's Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee refused a premises licence for Wraps & Wings due to resident complaints about noise and anti-social behaviour. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a licence for Tesco Express in September 2026, but with reduced alcohol sales hours following resident objections. Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee also granted a licence for Rump Steak in July 2026 with strict conditions after objections.

Greenwich's Licensing Review Sub-Committee revoked Café Raj's premises licence in June 2026 after an illegal worker was discovered. In the same month, Hackney Council's Licensing Committee agreed to establish five sub-committees to operate without political balance. Southwark Council approved a new licensing policy for 2026-2031 in March 2026, outlining how it will manage responsibilities under the Licensing Act 2003.

Upcoming meetings in November 2026 include Hackney's Licensing Sub Committee C considering a premises licence application and a closure order report, and Sutton's and Brent's Alcohol and Entertainment Licensing Sub-Committees also scheduled to meet. The Licensing Act 2003 is the UK legislation governing the sale of alcohol, regulated entertainment, and late-night refreshment.

Key facts

  1. Waltham Forest's Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee refused a premises licence for Wraps & Wings on 4 November 2026. Source
  2. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a premises licence for Tesco Express on Whitton Road in September 2026, restricting alcohol sales hours. Source 1 Source 2
  3. Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee granted a licence to Rump Steak on 23 July 2026 with strict conditions. Source
  4. Greenwich Licensing Review Sub-Committee revoked Café Raj's premises licence on 4 June 2026 following the discovery of an illegal worker. Source
  5. Hackney Council's Licensing Committee agreed to establish five sub-committees without political balance on 3 June 2026. 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 9 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Latest stories

  1. Wraps & Wings denied 3am licence after Waltham Forest residents object A bid to open Wraps & Wings in Shernhall Street from 6am to 3am every day has been refused after residents complained of noisy delivery mopeds, overflowing bins and late-night... Waltham Forest 9 November 2026
  2. Tesco Express on Whitton Road granted licence with reduced alcohol sales hours after resident objections Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel has granted a premises licence for Tesco Express on Whitton Road, but with significantly reduced hours for alcohol sales following numerous... Hounslow 23 September 2026
  3. Tesco Express alcohol licence bid sparks resident outcry A Tesco Express store in Hounslow will be permitted to sell alcohol, but with significantly reduced hours following an outcry from local residents. The Licensing Panel of... Hounslow 23 September 2026
  4. Rump Steak granted licence with strict conditions A new restaurant, Rump Steak, has been granted a licence to operate on Lancaster Road, W11, but with a raft of strict conditions attached. The decision was made by the... Kensington and Chelsea 25 July 2026
  5. Pub Owner Urged to Liaise with Neighbours on Late-Night Issues A Walthamstow pub owner has been urged to work more closely with neighbouring businesses and residents to address late-night issues, following a decision by Waltham Forest... Waltham Forest 24 July 2026
  6. New Pub Licence Granted Despite Resident Concerns Waltham Forest Council has granted a new pub licence for TBC Sheperds Bush, located at 395 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, despite significant concerns raised by local residents... Waltham Forest 24 July 2026
  7. Waltham Forest Council Refuses Licence Variation for Endri's Due to Nuisance Fears A bid to extend the operating hours and alcohol sales at Endri's, a premises on Wood Street, Walthamstow, has been refused by Waltham Forest Council's Licensing Act 2003... Waltham Forest 13 July 2026
  8. Café Raj Licence Revoked Over Illegal Worker Café Raj, a restaurant in Eltham, has had its premises licence revoked by the Greenwich Licensing Review Sub-Committee following the discovery of an illegal worker. The decision... Greenwich 10 June 2026