Issue

Crime and disorder

49 stories · discussed at 73 council meetings · 27 councils

Councils are currently deciding on licence applications, often addressing concerns about potential increases in crime and disorder.

In September 2026, Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel permitted a Tesco Express to sell alcohol with significantly reduced hours following resident objections about potential crime and disorder. Hackney Council's Licensing Sub-Committee E granted a late-night licence to Golden Food despite resident concerns about increased crime and disorder. Kingston upon Thames Council's Licensing Sub-Committee heard concerns from residents and the Metropolitan Police regarding The Biryani Centre's licence application, which were addressed through amendments.

Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee refused three temporary alcohol licences for Notting Hill Carnival events in August 2026, citing public safety and potential disorder concerns. In July 2026, the same council refused an adult gaming centre licence for Silver Time Amusements due to opposition regarding increased crime and disorder. Croydon Council adopted a new Community Safety Strategy for 2026-2029 in July 2026, aiming to combat crime and enhance neighbourhood safety.

Discussions around crime and disorder, which encompasses illegal activities and behaviours that disrupt public order, are scheduled for October 2026 at licensing sub-committees in Newham, Camden, Redbridge, and Havering.

Key facts

  1. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel permitted a Tesco Express to sell alcohol with reduced hours in September 2026. Source
  2. Hackney Council's Licensing Sub-Committee E granted Golden Food a late-night licence in September 2026. Source
  3. Kingston upon Thames Council heard concerns about The Biryani Centre's licence application in September 2026. Source 1 Source 2
  4. Kensington and Chelsea Council refused three temporary alcohol licences for Notting Hill Carnival in August 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
  5. Croydon Council adopted a new Community Safety Strategy for 2026-2029 in July 2026. 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.

Stories, page 4

  1. Brickwood Coffee & Bread Granted Alcohol Licence with Conditions After Resident Concerns Brickwood Coffee & Bread has been granted a new premises licence by Wandsworth Council, permitting the sale of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises. Wandsworth 30 June 2026
  2. Warren House accused of failing to report planning conditions Warren House Faces Accusations of Failing to Report Planning Conditions Kingston upon Thames 27 May 2026
  3. New bar 'Craft Metropolis' approved with strict conditions A new bar, set to be named 'Craft Metropolis', has been granted a premises licence by Lewisham Council's Licensing Sub Committee D, despite significant objections from local... Lewisham 25 April 2026
  4. New restaurant licence granted despite planning and noise objections A new restaurant licence has been granted for R3 Restaurant at 88-90 Leytonstone Road, E15 1TQ, despite significant objections from the council's planning, environmental health,... Newham 18 April 2026
  5. Newham council grants pizza shop late licence Newham Council has granted a late-night licence to Topps Pizzas, allowing the establishment to serve refreshments until 4:00 AM daily. The decision was made by the Licensing... Newham 11 April 2026
  6. Roha Park Cafe Licence Approved with Reduced Hours and Stricter Conditions Wandsworth Council's Licensing Sub-Committee has approved a new premises licence for Roha Park Cafe in Windmill Gardens, but with significantly reduced hours and stricter... Wandsworth 26 March 2026
  7. New Stratford restaurant licence adjourned over planning breach A new restaurant's bid for a licence has been adjourned after it emerged the premises is subject to an existing planning enforcement notice, meaning any operation as a drinking... Newham 20 March 2026
  8. New shop's alcohol licence faces local objections A new convenience store's bid to sell alcohol has been granted by Sutton Council's Licensing Sub-Committee, despite objections from local residents and a nearby business owner. Sutton 19 March 2026