PC Nicole Sondh of the Hammersmith and Fulham Police Licensing Unit
Police objections to new off-licence applications, a process involving officers like PC Nicole Sondh of the Hammersmith and Fulham Police Licensing Unit, are currently being discussed by councils.
The Metropolitan Police recently objected to an off-licence application for Swanscombe News on Swanscombe Road, citing concerns over potential increases in crime and anti-social behaviour. The Licensing Sub-Committee met in July 2025 to discuss the application for alcohol supply from 08:00 to 23:00, Monday to Saturday, and from 10:00 to 23:00 on Sunday (story 1690).
PC Nicole Sondh is a police constable in the Hammersmith and Fulham Police Licensing Unit, which is part of the Metropolitan Police and contributes to the review of such licensing applications. No upcoming meetings are scheduled to discuss this topic.
Key facts
- The Metropolitan Police objected to an off-licence application for Swanscombe News on Swanscombe Road in July 2025. Source
- The application was for the supply of alcohol (off the premises) from 08:00 to 23:00, Monday to Saturday, and from 10:00 to 23:00 on Sunday. Source
- The Licensing Sub-Committee met on 28 July 2025 to discuss the application. 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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.