anti-social behaviour
Councils are currently addressing anti-social behaviour through licensing decisions for late-night venues and by adopting new community safety strategies.
Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused extended opening hours for a McDonald's in Walworth Road in October 2026, citing highway obstruction and safety concerns. In September 2026, Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted Tesco Express reduced alcohol sales hours following resident objections, while Hammersmith and Fulham approved a licence for Dr Dessert despite noise concerns.
Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority. Kensington and Chelsea councillors raised concerns about potential anti-social behaviour around a proposed bicycle parking area when approving facade plans in September 2026.
Brent Council announced a strategy in July 2026 to revitalise high streets by tackling anti-social behaviour, drug use, and street drinking. Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Anti-Social Behaviour Unit is also enhancing its strategy to combat cuckooing, a form of exploitation, as reported in July 2026. Anti-social behaviour is conduct causing or likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress.
Key facts
- Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's application to extend opening hours for a Walworth Road restaurant in October 2026. Source
- Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its new Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026. Source
- Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a premises licence for Tesco Express on Whitton Road with reduced alcohol sales hours in September 2026. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Licensing Sub-Committee approved a licence for Dr Dessert in September 2026, permitting late-night refreshment outdoors until 1 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Source
- Havering Licensing Sub-Committee removed the Designated Premises Supervisor for Berwick Manor Hotel in August 2026 due to persistent noise complaints. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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 8 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.