Special Policy Area (SPA)
Ealing Council's licensing decisions in Special Policy Areas are currently focused on preventing public nuisance and crime.
Ealing Council's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a late-night refreshment licence for Hot Birdies Southall in July 2026. The decision was based on concerns that the proposed operation would undermine licensing objectives, particularly the prevention of public nuisance and crime and disorder, as the premises is situated within a Special Policy Area.
The Ealing Police Licensing Team also raised objections in August 2025 to a premises licence application for Gurjas Food & Wine in Southall, citing fears it could worsen existing crime and safety issues. Special Policy Areas are designated where stricter licensing policies apply due to existing problems with crime and anti-social behaviour.
Key facts
- Ealing Council's Licensing Sub-Committee refused a late-night refreshment licence for Hot Birdies Southall in July 2026. Source
- The refusal was due to concerns about public nuisance and crime and disorder within a Special Policy Area. Source
- Ealing Police Licensing Team objected to a licence application for Gurjas Food & Wine in August 2025. Source
- The objection cited fears of exacerbating crime and safety issues in Southall. Source
- Southall Green has the highest density of off-licence premises at 20.2 per km2. 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.