Grand Empire Group Limited
Southwark Council's Licensing Sub-Committee is considering a premises licence application for The Grand Lounge, facing objections over noise and anti-social behaviour.
Southwark Council's Licensing Sub-Committee convened in August 2025 to consider a premises licence application from Grand Empire Group Limited for The Grand Lounge, a proposed bar and restaurant at 777 Old Kent Road. The company is seeking opening hours until 03:00 on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Metropolitan Police and the council's environmental protection team have objected to the application, citing concerns about potential noise and anti-social behaviour, and noting existing issues with a similar venue on the ground floor. The committee also considered a separate application for a second venue in the same building. No representations from other persons were received.
Key facts
- Southwark Council's Licensing Sub-Committee convened on 14 August 2025 to discuss premises licence applications for 777 Old Kent Road. Source
- Grand Empire Group Limited applied for a premises licence for The Grand Lounge, a proposed bar and restaurant. Source
- The application requests opening hours until 03:00 on Friday and Saturday nights. Source
- The Metropolitan Police and the council's environmental protection team objected to the application. Source 1 Source 2
- They cited concerns over potential noise and anti-social behaviour. Source
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