licensing
Councils are currently processing specific licence applications and reviewing regulatory functions, particularly concerning noise and community safety.
Hackney Council is considering a licence application for Circle 13, a new pétanque venue, as of August 2026. Residents have raised objections regarding potential noise disturbances from the proposed operation, which includes films, music, and alcohol sales until 2am on weekends. Representations were received from Environmental Health.
Kensington and Chelsea's Environment Select Committee discussed the work of the Council's Noise and Nuisance Team in June 2026, whose regulatory functions include licensing. Separately, Hammersmith and Fulham's Community Safety Board agreed in July 2026 to scrutinise a maximum of two major reports per meeting to improve examination of key issues.
In July 2025, Bexley Council's Licensing Committee approved a new licensing policy, effective from January 2026 until January 2031, to regulate alcohol sales, entertainment, and late-night refreshment. Harrow Council's Cabinet also reviewed fees and charges for the 2026-27 financial year in December 2025.
Key facts
- Hackney Council is considering a licence application for Circle 13, a pétanque venue, as of August 2026. Source
- Residents raised objections about potential noise disturbances regarding the Circle 13 licence application. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham's Community Safety Board agreed to scrutinise a maximum of two reports per meeting in July 2026. Source
- Bexley Council approved a new licensing policy, effective from January 2026 until January 2031. Source
- Harrow Council was set to review its fees and charges for 2026-27 in December 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.