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 2

  1. Island Roots Studio event denied due to nuisance risk A proposed Temporary Event Notice (TEN) for Island Roots Collective Studio in Tower Hamlets has been refused by the council's Licensing Sub Committee due to concerns over public... Tower Hamlets 14 August 2026
  2. Smoke and Pepper licence bid sparks resident fury A bid by a takeaway restaurant to extend its opening hours until 3 am has been met with strong opposition from residents and local councillors, who fear it will exacerbate... Kensington and Chelsea 8 August 2026
  3. Arch 600B Ferndale Road licence refused Lambeth Council's Licensing Sub-Committee has refused a licence for Arch 600B to 600D, Ferndale Road, SW9, citing concerns over public nuisance, crime and disorder, public... Lambeth 8 August 2026
  4. Stoke Newington bar faces scrutiny over late-night licence bid A Stoke Newington bar is facing renewed scrutiny over its bid to extend its late-night licence, with residents and the Metropolitan Police raising significant concerns about... Hackney 1 August 2026
  5. New Pub Licence Granted Despite Resident Concerns Waltham Forest Council has granted a new pub licence for TBC Sheperds Bush, located at 395 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, despite significant concerns raised by local residents... Waltham Forest 24 July 2026
  6. Chicken shop granted limited late-night licence after resident objections A Hammersmith and Fulham council sub-committee has granted a limited late-night licence to Selekt Chicken, located at 349 North End Road, London, SW6 1NN, after hearing... Hammersmith and Fulham 24 July 2026
  7. Croydon adopts new strategy to combat crime Croydon Council has adopted a new Community Safety Strategy for 2026-2029, aiming to combat crime and enhance neighbourhood safety across the borough. The strategy builds upon... Croydon 23 July 2026
  8. Dalston venue's late-night licence slashed amid noise fears A Dalston venue's late-night licence has been significantly curtailed following concerns raised by residents and council officers regarding noise and potential public nuisance. Hackney 21 July 2026