Anti-social behaviour
Councils are currently addressing resident concerns about anti-social behaviour linked to new business licences and considering extending Public Space Protection Orders.
Councils are making decisions on business licences where residents raise concerns about potential anti-social behaviour. In October 2026, Kingston upon Thames Licensing Sub-Committee granted an alcohol licence for a new shop in Chessington despite resident fears of increased crime and public nuisance. Also in October 2026, Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee heard a bid for late-night alcohol sales on Cheney Walk was significantly scaled back after resident objections.
Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused extended opening hours for a proposed McDonald's in Walworth Road in October 2026 due to safety concerns. In September 2026, Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a licence for a Tesco Express with reduced alcohol sales hours following resident objections. Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) to all borough parks and eight district centres to tackle anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour, which refers to conduct causing or likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress, is also being addressed through broader strategies. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority. No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled to discuss this topic.
Key facts
- Kingston upon Thames Licensing Sub-Committee granted an alcohol licence to Dr Cloud in Chessington in October 2026 despite resident concerns about potential increases in crime and public nuisance. Source
- Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders to all borough parks and eight district centres. Source
- Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's application for extended opening hours on Walworth Road in October 2026 due to concerns over highway obstruction and safety. Source
- Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority area. Source
- Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a licence for Tesco Express on Whitton Road in September 2026 with reduced alcohol sales hours after resident objections. Source
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 21 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.