Responsible alcohol retailing
Councils are currently deciding on alcohol licence applications, balancing business operations with resident concerns about public nuisance and child protection.
Councils are currently granting alcohol licences despite resident objections. Wandsworth's Licensing Sub-Committee approved a premises licence for Regine Pizzeria in July 2026, despite concerns about noise, litter, and its proximity to nurseries. In the same month, Ealing Council granted an off-licence to Bajaj Food & Wine, and Newham Council approved a licence for a Tesco store, addressing resident concerns about crime, public nuisance, and child protection.
These decisions reflect ongoing discussions by licensing sub-committees regarding responsible alcohol retailing, which involves practices to prevent sales to underage or intoxicated persons. Councils continue to weigh applications against potential impacts on local communities, including public safety and amenity.
Key facts
- Regine Pizzeria was granted a premises licence by Wandsworth Licensing Sub-Committee on July 23, 2026. Source
- Bajaj Food & Wine was granted a new premises licence by Ealing Council on July 8, 2026. Source
- Tesco secured a new premises licence for its Stratford store from Newham Council's Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-Committee on July 6, 2026. Source
- Resident objections to Regine Pizzeria's licence included concerns about noise, litter, and proximity to nurseries. Source
- Residents raised concerns about crime, public nuisance, and child protection regarding Tesco's Stratford store licence. 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.