Issue

anti-social behaviour

62 stories · discussed at 62 council meetings · 31 councils

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

  1. Southwark Council's Planning Committee refused McDonald's application to extend opening hours for a Walworth Road restaurant in October 2026. Source
  2. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its new Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 in September 2026. Source
  3. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a premises licence for Tesco Express on Whitton Road with reduced alcohol sales hours in September 2026. Source
  4. 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
  5. 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.

Stories, page 8

  1. Police Data Reveals Violence Hotspot at Hornsey Arms Police data has revealed that the Hornsey Arms pub on Hornsey High Street is a violence hotspot, with a high number of police callouts and crime reports linked to the premises.... Haringey 10 August 2025
  2. Corinthian Casuals FC Licence Bid Faces Resident Objections Residents have raised concerns over a new premises licence application submitted by Corinthian Casuals Football Club, citing potential for increased noise, anti-social... Kingston upon Thames 2 August 2025
  3. Hammersmith Residents Fear Crime and Noise from Top's Pizza Licence Application Residents and local authorities are voicing concerns over a new premises licence application for Top's Pizza on Fulham Palace Road, citing potential increases in crime,... Hammersmith and Fulham 1 August 2025
  4. Harrow Council Proposes Expansion and Updates to Selective Licensing Scheme Harrow Council is proposing to extend its selective licensing scheme to several new areas and update the conditions for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) to improve housing... Harrow 29 July 2025
  5. Islington Residents Concerned About Noise from New Malaysian Eatery; Restaurant Proposes Mitigation Measures A new Malaysian eatery, Jiak Malaysian Street Food, is facing concerns from local residents regarding potential late-night noise and anti-social behaviour. Islington 26 July 2025
  6. Sloane Square Restaurant Seeks Late Licence Amid Resident Concerns A new restaurant in Sloane Square is seeking a late-night licence, sparking concerns from local residents about potential disturbances. Kensington and Chelsea 26 July 2025