alcohol sales
Councils are currently addressing licensing applications for alcohol sales, often considering resident concerns about anti-social behaviour.
In November 2026, Camden Council's Licensing Panel E granted a licence for alcohol sales to a Tesco Express, after addressing a resident's concerns about licensed premises concentration and potential anti-social behaviour through amended hours. Also in November 2026, Ealing's Licensing Sub-Committee considered an application for a B&M Store, hearing resident concerns about anti-social behaviour if alcohol sales were permitted.
In October 2026, Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee granted licences for alcohol sales and late-night refreshment to two premises, with modified hours for one. In August 2026, Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a Temporary Event Notice application due to public safety concerns.
Local councils regularly consider applications for premises licences, which permit the sale of alcoholic beverages. These decisions often involve balancing business proposals with public safety and amenity concerns, including potential anti-social behaviour.
Key facts
- A Tesco Express store was granted a licence to sell alcohol by Camden Council's Licensing Panel E in November 2026, with amended hours and conditions. Source
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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 10 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.