the prevention of public nuisance
Councils are currently addressing resident and police concerns about public nuisance from licensed premises, particularly regarding noise and anti-social behaviour.
Councils are currently addressing concerns about public nuisance, a licensing objective aimed at preventing disturbances like noise and anti-social behaviour. In November 2025, Westminster Council's Licensing Sub-Committee discussed resident objections to proposed roof terrace hours for The House Mayfair. Lambeth Police also sought to revoke Aquarium Tapas Bar's licence, alleging failure to uphold licensing objectives including public nuisance prevention. Earlier, in July 2025, police objected to a temporary event notice for alcohol sales at 50 Powis Square during Notting Hill Carnival, citing crime and disorder concerns.
Licensing Sub-Committees across various councils frequently consider the prevention of public nuisance when reviewing or granting premises licences. This objective, which aims to prevent disturbances such as noise, litter, and anti-social behaviour, is a key consideration under the Licensing Act 2003. Upcoming meetings in October 2026 for Lewisham and Harrow councils are scheduled to address licensing matters.
Key facts
- Residents objected to proposed roof terrace hours for The House Mayfair in November 2025. Source
- Lambeth Police sought to revoke Aquarium Tapas Bar's licence in November 2025. Source
- Police objected to alcohol sales at 50 Powis Square for Notting Hill Carnival in July 2025. Source
- The prevention of public nuisance is a licensing objective under the Licensing Act 2003. Source
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