night-time economy
Councils are currently granting late-night licences for venues despite objections, as they also consider broader strategies for the night-time economy.
Councils are currently deciding on late-night licences for venues, often despite objections from residents and authorities. Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee granted late-night alcohol licences for Civic Campus venues in September 2026, despite resident concerns about noise. In the same month, Havering's Licensing Sub-Committee extended hours for Romford nightclub Jukebox until 4 am on Fridays and Saturdays, despite objections from the Metropolitan Police and Havering's Licensing Authority. Hackney's Licensing Sub Committee A also approved a late-night licence for Corgi UK Café until 5 am daily in September 2026, despite resident and authority concerns about noise.
Licensing Sub-Committees continue to consider new premises licences, with Kingston upon Thames's committee meeting in September 2026 regarding an application for Popeyes, and Camden's panel considering late-night refreshment hours for Wendy's and KFC in April 2026. Islington Council's Licensing Committee discussed strategies to boost its night-time economy in November 2025, focusing on culture, creativity, and inclusivity, and recognising regulatory barriers. A Westminster Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet in October 2026, indicating further licensing decisions are upcoming.
Key facts
- Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee granted late-night alcohol licences for Civic Campus venues until 3 am on most days in September 2026. Source
- Havering's Licensing Sub-Committee granted Romford nightclub Jukebox extended hours until 4 am on Fridays and Saturdays in September 2026. Source
- Hackney's Licensing Sub Committee A approved a late-night licence for Corgi UK Café until 5 am daily in September 2026. Source
- Islington Council's Licensing Committee discussed strategies to boost its night-time economy in November 2025. 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.