Anti-social Behaviour
Councils are currently discussing the scope of anti-social behaviour reviews and considering licensing applications despite public concerns.
In October 2026, Southwark councillors questioned the scope of a review into complex needs and street-based anti-social behaviour. Also in October 2026, Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) to all borough parks and eight district centres. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority area.
Licensing decisions continue to be a focus, with Kingston upon Thames Licensing Sub-Committee granting a new shop an alcohol licence in October 2026 despite resident concerns about potential increases in crime and public nuisance. In Kensington and Chelsea, a bid for late-night alcohol sales was significantly scaled back in October 2026 after resident objections. Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's extended opening hours in Walworth Road in October 2026 due to concerns including highway obstruction and safety.
The Hillingdon Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to discuss anti-social behaviour on 5 November 2026. Anti-social behaviour is broadly defined as conduct that causes or is likely to cause alarm, distress, or nuisance to individuals or communities.
Key facts
- Southwark councillors questioned the scope of a review into complex needs and street-based anti-social behaviour in October 2026. Source
- Kingston upon Thames Licensing Sub-Committee granted a new shop an alcohol licence in October 2026 despite resident concerns. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea Licensing Sub-Committee heard in October 2026 that a bid for late-night alcohol sales was scaled back after objections. Source
- Croydon Council's Cabinet agreed in October 2026 to authorise public consultation on extending Public Space Protection Orders. Source
- Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's extended opening hours in October 2026 due to concerns including highway obstruction. 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 22 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.