Issue

crime and disorder

51 stories · discussed at 80 council meetings · 27 councils

Councils are currently addressing concerns about crime and disorder in licensing decisions for new venues and through new enforcement initiatives.

Wandsworth Council's Enforcement Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee approved the launch of an Integrated Enforcement Team in October 2026, which will include 25 new Metropolitan Police officers to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour. This initiative aims for a more coordinated and visible approach across the borough.

Councils are also frequently considering premises licence applications where crime and disorder are key concerns. In October 2026, Islington Council's Licensing Sub Committee A considered a new gambling premises licence. In September 2026, Kingston upon Thames Council's Licensing Sub-Committee considered a late-night licence for Popeyes, with residents and police raising concerns. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel permitted a Tesco Express to sell alcohol with reduced hours in September 2026 after resident objections.

Upcoming meetings include Havering Council's Licensing Sub-Committee on 7 October 2026, which will consider a premises licence application for Black Loom. Brent Council's Alcohol and Entertainment Licensing Sub-Committee meets on 12 October 2026, and Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee meets on 15 October 2026. Crime and disorder refers to illegal activities and behaviour that disrupts public order, often a focus in licensing decisions.

Key facts

  1. Wandsworth Council's Enforcement Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee approved an Integrated Enforcement Team with 25 new Metropolitan Police officers in October 2026. Source
  2. Kingston upon Thames Council's Licensing Sub-Committee met on 29 September 2026 to consider a late-night licence for Popeyes, with residents and police raising concerns. Source
  3. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel permitted a Tesco Express to sell alcohol with reduced hours in September 2026 following resident objections. Source
  4. Hackney Council's Licensing Sub-Committee E granted a late-night licence for Golden Food in September 2026 despite resident concerns. 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 7 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Latest stories

  1. Wandsworth Council to Launch Integrated Enforcement Team with 25 New Police Officers Wandsworth Council to Launch Integrated Enforcement Team with 25 New Police Officers Wandsworth 7 October 2026
  2. Popeyes late-night licence sparks resident and police concerns Concerns over late-night opening hours for a new Popeyes restaurant in Kingston have been raised by residents and the police, who fear it could exacerbate existing issues with... Kingston upon Thames 2 October 2026
  3. Tesco Express alcohol licence bid sparks resident outcry A Tesco Express store in Hounslow will be permitted to sell alcohol, but with significantly reduced hours following an outcry from local residents. The Licensing Panel of... Hounslow 23 September 2026
  4. New Hackney bar Golden Food gets late licence despite resident fears A new bar in Hackney has been granted a late-night licence despite concerns raised by local residents about potential increases in crime, disorder, and public nuisance. Hackney 19 September 2026
  5. New Biryani Centre faces licensing scrutiny A New Malden restaurant, The Biryani Centre, has faced scrutiny over its application for a new premises licence, with concerns raised by local residents and the Metropolitan... Kingston upon Thames 9 September 2026
  6. Licensing committee hears objections to The Biryani Centre's alcohol and music license application A Kingston upon Thames licensing committee has heard objections to plans for The Biryani Centre's alcohol and music license application, with residents raising concerns over... Kingston upon Thames 9 September 2026
  7. 152 Ladbroke Grove alcohol TEN faces safety review A Temporary Event Notice (TEN) for the sale of alcohol at 152 Ladbroke Grove has been reviewed by Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee due to objections from... Kensington and Chelsea 28 August 2026
  8. Carnival Alcohol Sales: Ladbroke Grove TEN Refused A bid to sell alcohol from a residential forecourt during Notting Hill Carnival has been refused by Kensington and Chelsea Council's Licensing Sub-Committee, citing concerns... Kensington and Chelsea 27 August 2026