Licensing Act 2003
Councils are currently deciding on premises licence applications and reviews, often adjusting conditions in response to resident concerns about public nuisance and crime.
Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a premises licence for Tesco Express in September 2026, restricting alcohol sales hours after resident objections. Similarly, Kensington and Chelsea Council granted a licence to Mother Mash Limited in September 2026, following objections about potential public nuisance. Waltham Forest Council also granted a licence to TBC Sheperds Bush in July 2026, urging the owner to liaise with neighbours on late-night issues.
In June 2026, Greenwich Licensing Review Sub-Committee revoked Café Raj's licence due to an illegal worker, and Westminster City Council suspended Food Works' licence in March 2026 over serious crime concerns. Looking ahead, Hammersmith and Fulham's Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to consider new licence applications and reviews on September 30, 2026, with further meetings planned in Islington, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, and Newham on October 1, 2026.
The Licensing Act 2003 governs the sale of alcohol, regulated entertainment, and late-night refreshment, with local councils acting as licensing authorities. Southwark Council approved its Statement of Licensing Policy for 2026-2031 in March 2026, outlining how it manages these responsibilities. Hackney Council also agreed in June 2026 to establish five sub-committees to operate without political balance for flexibility.
Key facts
- Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel granted a licence for Tesco Express in September 2026, restricting alcohol sales hours. Source 1 Source 2
- Greenwich Licensing Review Sub-Committee revoked Café Raj's licence in June 2026 due to an illegal worker. Source
- Westminster City Council's Licensing Sub-Committee suspended Food Works' licence in March 2026 over serious crime concerns. Source
- Southwark Council approved its Statement of Licensing Policy for 2026-2031 in March 2026. 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.