Statement of Licensing Policy
Councils are currently applying their Statement of Licensing Policy to assess new licence applications and Temporary Event Notices, addressing concerns like noise and public safety.
In September 2026, Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee is considering new licence applications for a cafe and reviewing an existing licence for a pizza establishment, having previously granted provisional statements for the Hammersmith Civic Campus. Newham's Licensing Act 2003 Sub-Committee refused a new premises licence application for The Crystxl Lounge Ltd in September 2026, while Hackney's Licensing Sub Committee B meeting, scheduled to cover Temporary Event Notices, was cancelled.
Councils continue to address concerns regarding Temporary Event Notices (TENs) and new licence applications. In August 2026, Kensington and Chelsea's Licensing Sub-Committee considered objections to TENs for Thai Rice and a Caribbean-themed rum bar, and issued a counter notice for Maramia due to concerns about uncontrolled events. Redbridge's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a new premises licence for Fireaway Pizza in August 2026. Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet on 30 September 2026, and Havering's Licensing Sub-Committee on 2 October 2026.
The Statement of Licensing Policy guides councils' approach to licensing under the Licensing Act 2003, promoting objectives such as public safety and preventing crime and disorder. For example, in August 2025, Ealing Council's Licensing Sub-Committee reviewed a Temporary Event Notice for Milan Palace following concerns from the Metropolitan Police and the Noise and Nuisance Team regarding noise and anti-social behaviour. Kensington and Chelsea Council also scrutinised Carnival event applications, prioritising public safety.
Key facts
- Ealing Council's Licensing Sub-Committee was scheduled to review a Temporary Event Notice for Milan Palace in August 2025, following police concerns. Source
- Residents of North Cheam voiced concerns in August 2025 that a new alcohol licence for B and W Food and Wine could exacerbate anti-social behaviour. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee scrutinised applications for temporary event notices during Notting Hill Carnival in August 2025. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council received an application in August 2025 to extend hours for 'The Green' pub, which met with support and opposition. Source
- Hackney Council's Licensing Committee reviewed the performance of the Licensing Service for 2023/24 and 2024/25 in July 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.