Agenda and draft minutes
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE To receive any apologies for absence. Minutes: There were no apologies for absence.
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DECLARATIONS OF DISCLOSABLE PECUNIARY INTEREST PDF 56 KB To note any declarations of interest made by Members, including those restricting Members from voting on the questions detailed in Section 106 of the Local Government Finance Act, 1992. See attached note from the Monitoring Officer.
Minutes: There were no declarations of disclosable pecuniary interest.
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To note the rules of procedure which are attached for information. Minutes: The rules of procedure were noted.
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Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Alex Lisowski, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a variation of a premises licence for Golden Grill, 184 Hackney Road, London E2 7QL. It was noted that an objection had been made by the Metropolitan Police.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Anthony Hopkins, Applicants Representative, briefly explained that the variation application was for the removal of a condition from the basement only. It was noted that the premises had been transferred over to the applicants from previous owners and both the applicants had passed their personal licence courses and would be applying for their own personal licences and Mr Thomas Docker, Applicant would transfer over as the Designated Premises Supervisor.
He explained that both the applicants had previous experience, of working in bars and restaurants in Australia and in the UK. Mr Hopkins stated that the lease was signed over on 15 June 2013 and anything prior to that was not the responsibility of the applicants.
It was noted that regulated entertainment would not be used at the premises and only background music would be played. It was further noted that the applicants had no relations with the previous owner except for that of landlord and tenant. Mr Hopkins concluded that this was a new business and a new venture for the applicants, and were happy to upgrade their CCTV system, operate a challenge 21 policy and have SIA staff. He lastly mentioned that there were no residents, businesses or other responsible authorities objecting to this application.
Members then heard from PC Alan Cruickshank, Metropolitan Police who noted that there had been a transfer of the licence and had visited the premises since the transfer and had found the basement area closed. He stated that the current hours were excessive and the premises would become one of the longest operating bars in Hackney Road. It was noted that there would be one entry via the kebab shop on the ground floor. He also highlighted that by remaining open till late would attract anti-social behaviour and lead to crime and disorder.
In response to questions it was noted that the licence was transferred on 9th July 2013, that there was a separate entrance via the side of the premises which would be used to enter the basement and entry to the bar would not be via the kebab shop on the ground floor.
PC Cruickshank stated that he was not aware of this entrance by the side of the premises and therefore raised serious concerns about access and egress via this entrance, and the health and safety risks. PC Cruickshank wanted to check with colleagues at the London Fire Authority to satisfy whether this entrance can be used for access and egress.
After careful consideration, Members agreed to defer this item for a future meeting in order to give PC Cruickshank time to visit the premises with officers from LFA and provide further ... view the full minutes text for item 4.1 |
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Additional documents: Minutes: At the request of the Chair, Mr Alex Lisowski, Licensing Officer, introduced the report which detailed the application for a variation of a premises licence for Offie and Toffee, 301 Cambridge Heath Road, London E2 0EL. It was noted that objections had been made by the Metropolitan Police.
At the request of the Chair, Mr Hassan Miah, representative on behalf of the applicant explained that they wanted to extend the hours for the sale of alcohol. He stated that Sainsburys, and six other licensed premises in close proximity to the premises had extended hours for the sale of alcohol ranging between 2am to 24 hours. He stated that the applicant was happy to accept the conditions suggested by the Police and believed that in order to compete with local supermarkets he needed longer hours.
It was noted that test purchases had been done at the premises, where the applicant had refused to sell to underage persons, and had also assisted the police when they have required their external CCTV cameras in support for other incidents.
Mr Mustafa Has, Applicant stated that the area was rapidly developing, and nearby retailers having longer licences financially impacted on his business he said there had been no reports of anti-social behaviour as the premises was in a well lit area which deterred youth to congregate outside.
Members then heard from PC Alan Cruickshank, Metropolitan Police, he referred to his representation contained in the agenda and stated that there should be consistency in the area and proposed that the applicant should get the same hours as Sainsburys, Monday – Sunday till 12 midnight. He stated that the area was a known hotspot for street drinking. He then referred to the input in his representation from Will Norman, from Thames Reach Charity who worked with local hostels.
PC Cruickshank concluded that if a licence is granted till 2am, it would lead to an increase in anti-social behaviour and would encourage street drinking and encourage rough sleeping. He stated that the hours should in line with Sainsburys and suggested conditions to help prevent crime and disorder and public nuisance.
In response to questions, it was noted that the store sold, confectionary, groceries, snacks, alcohol, oyster top ups etc. that the hours significantly impacted the store financially, and that new CCTV conditions would replace the ones currently on the licence.
Members were then given a list of all the licensed premises in the area and their licensed hours.
Members retired to consider their decision at 7.20pm and reconvened at 7.40pm.
The Licensing Objectives
In considering the application, Members were required to consider the same in accordance with the Licensing Act 2003 (as amended), the Licensing Objectives, the Licensing Guidance and the Council’s Statement of Licensing Policy.
Consideration
Each application must be considered on its own merits and after careful consideration the Chair stated that the Sub Committee had decided to grant the licence in part and add conditions in order to address ... view the full minutes text for item 4.2 |
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ANY OTHER BUSINESS THAT THE CHAIR CONSIDERS URGENT Minutes: Members agreed to extend the deadline for decisions by dates for the applications below to the hearing dates listed. This was in the public interest to do so in order for notification letters and agendas to be published in accordance with the statutory deadlines.
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