Licensing Act 2003
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
- Waltham Forest's Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee refused a premises licence for Wraps & Wings on 4 November 2026. Source
- 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
- Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee granted a licence to Rump Steak on 23 July 2026 with strict conditions. Source
- Greenwich Licensing Review Sub-Committee revoked Café Raj's premises licence on 4 June 2026 following the discovery of an illegal worker. Source
- 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.