the protection of children from harm
Councils are currently addressing resident concerns about premises licences impacting children's safety, particularly near schools and due to underage sales.
Councils are currently addressing resident concerns about premises licences impacting children's safety, particularly regarding proximity to schools and play areas. In July 2026, Wandsworth Council granted Regine Pizzeria a licence despite resident concerns about the protection of children from harm, citing its proximity to nurseries and a children's play area (story 8957). Also in July 2026, residents objected to a proposed cafe bar, Chill Since 93, in Kensington and Chelsea, raising similar concerns (story 8462).
The protection of children from harm, a key licensing objective, is also a focus in licence reviews, especially concerning alleged underage sales. In October 2025, a Hammersmith and Fulham licence review for Best Quality Food and Wine was based on concerns about protecting children from harm following alleged underage sales (story 3598). Southwark Council's Licensing Sub-Committee also examined this objective during a review of Bermondsey Arts Club in November 2025 (story 4518).
This objective is consistently considered when councils decide on premises licences, aiming to safeguard children from potential harm, often raised by residents or police. No upcoming meetings are currently listed where this topic is specifically on the agenda.
Key facts
- Wandsworth Council granted Regine Pizzeria a licence in July 2026 despite resident concerns about the protection of children from harm. Source
- Residents objected to a proposed cafe bar, Chill Since 93, in Kensington and Chelsea in July 2026, citing the protection of children. Source
- A Hammersmith and Fulham licence review for Best Quality Food and Wine in October 2025 was based on concerns about protecting children from harm. Source
- Southwark Council examined the protection of children from harm during a review of Bermondsey Arts Club in November 2025. Source
- Hackney's Licensing Sub Committee C granted The Last Tuesday Society a licence extension in August 2025 despite resident concerns about the protection of children from harm. 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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.