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Notification of decision
following a Licensing Sub-Committee hearing to determine an
application for a premises
licence under section 17 of the Licensing Act
2003
 
PREMISES:   Workhouse Dock, The
Brentford Project, Dock Road (“the Premises”)
and as outlined in the accompanying plan to the Application showing
the demised are edged in yellow.
 
APPLICANT:  Brentford Waterside
Limited Partnership
  
TAKE NOTICE
THATON 13 August 2024 following a
hearing before the Licensing and General Purposes Sub-Committee
(the “Licensing Panel” or
“Panel”),
 
HOUNSLOW COUNCIL,
as the Licensing Authority for the Premises
RESOLVED as follows:
 
REASONS:
 
1)        
The Licensing Panel convened in person on 13 August
2024 to determine an application for a premises licence for
Workhouse Dock, The Brentford Project, Dock
Road (“the
“Premises”) made under the Licensing Act
2003. The Premises were not currently
licensed and comprise an outdoor area situated in an area of mixed commercial and residential
properties.
 

2)        
The Applicant applied for the following licensable
activities:
 
·      
Supply of alcohol for consumption on the
premises:

Sunday to Wednesday 12:00 to 20:00

Thursday to Saturday 12:00 to 22:00

 
·      
Films

Sunday to Wednesday 12:00 to 18:00

Thursday to Saturday 12:00 to 22:00

 
·      
The opening hours of the premises:
Monday to
Sunday 01:00 to 24:59 the following day
 

3)        
The Licensing Panel carefully considered all the
relevant information including:
 

·      
Written and oral representations made by all the
parties

·      
The Licensing Act 2003 and the steps appropriate to
promote the Licensing Objectives

·      
The guidance issued under section 182 of the
Licensing Act 2003

·      
Hounslow Council’s licensing policy
(“the Council’s Policy”)

·      
The Human Rights Act 1998
 

4)        
A copy of the application was attached as Appendix A
of the agenda pack. A map showing the position of the cinema screen
and the outline of the area demise which was to be included within
the licence is shown on page 26 of the Agenda.
 

5)        
During the consultation process representations were
received from local residents (“the Objectors”)
as shown at pages 27 to 31 of the Agenda raising concerns around
the level of noise emanating from the film screenings. In addition
a representation was received from the Environmental Team, being a
responsible body, which is shown at pages 36 to 27 of the Agenda
who also raised concerns around the audio level and the prevention
of public nuisance. The Environmental team also suggested
conditions which the Panel could choose to impose if they were
minded to grant the licence. These included to not show any
screenings on Sundays, for their to be
“a member of staff will be present to ensure that
the audio is maintained at a reasonable level, and to make
adjustments to the noise levels if necessary” and for a
noise management plan to be submitted.
 

6)        
The Licensing Enforcement Team had agreed conditions with the
Applicant prior to the hearing which they sought to be added to the
premises licence if one was granted by the Panel. The email
correspondence and agreed conditions are shown at Appendix C (pages
32 to 35).
 

7)        
The Applicant company was represented by a Mr Brian,
being part of the Ballymore freeholder site developer group. He was
assisted by members of support who also appeared with the Applicant
including a member of a residents group and a member of the
Everyman Cinema group. Thomas
Blackford, alongside a colleague, were in attendance as
representatives for the Community Environmental Team whilst the
Objector did not attend. 
 

8)        
The Environmental Team reiterated their written
representation in that namely they were objecting to the
application for grant of licence on the basis of the prevention of
public nuisance. They stated that the Applicant had not provided
sufficient information to satisfy their representation highlighting
that a condition offered by the Applicant around no noise being
generated did not provide details as to how this would be achieved.
The condition offered by the Applicant states
“No noise generated on the premises, or by
its associated plant or equipment, shall emanate from the premises.
Nor shall any vibration be emitted through the structure of the
premises which gives rise to a nuisance.” The
Environmental Team were also concerned about the position of the
speakers as these were alongside the screen and across the water
from the seating area stating that water offers less sound
absorption than hard surfaces. The Premises had previously been
operating under Temporary Event Notices
(“TENs”) and the Environmental
Team confirmed they had attended the Premises following a noise
complaint where they deemed the noise level to be excessive at
times and that there were no staff present at the time of the
inspection that were able to reduce the level of audio. They also
repeated their proposed conditions if the Panel be minded to grant
the licence.
 

9)        
The Panel queried why the Environmental Team had not
proposed a measured level of audio which they deemed appropriate
but had rather only suggested the that the audio is maintained at a
‘reasonable level.’ In response, the
Environmental Team stated that it was for the Applicant to provide
a suggestion which the Environmental Team could consider and if
agreeable they could have withdrawn their representation prior. In
further questioning, the Panel asked whether the Environmental Team
could advise if there was any guidance on such matters to which the
Environmental Team confirmed there was a code of practice in place
which set nationally agreed levels of noise for such events. To the
best of their recollection, the guidance was that the background
noise levels shall not be more than 15dB. They added that
ultimately it depended on the area/the locality as it could differ
depending on the surroundings – in this case it was clear
that that this was a development with both residential buildings
and commercial premises nearby.
 

10)     
The Applicant disputed the Environmental
Team’s suggestion that they did not have anyone on site to
reduce the noise volume at the time of the visit. The Applicant
suggested they had been working to guidance and operating at levels
of around 70 dB following the noise complaint.
 

11)     
The Applicant outlined that the outdoor cinema was
to be for a limited time until 31 August 2024 having requested it
to start from 26 July 2024. The screening of the films was said to
be open to all to attend, free entry and is intended to be a
community event. The Applicant stated that this was run at a loss
simply to bring attraction and branding to the area as they hoped
to have a designated cinema premises in place in the locality in
the future. Accordingly, the Applicant confirmed they were happy to
adjust the volume of the audio whenever required. They had also
been in correspondence with the Environmental Team in producing an
amended programme schedule of films to be shown as it was
highlighted that certain action films produced higher levels of
noise and so such films were to be avoided.
 

12)     
It was highlighted to the Panel that correspondence
and meetings on site had taken place between the Applicant/their
representatives and the Environmental Team but had seemed to reach
an impasse. The Environmental Team had suggested within
correspondence that as their TEN had expired, the Applicant could
choose to show the Olympics as a live broadcast as this was not
covered by Licensing and that they could explore the use of
headphones for people sitting at the screening. It was accordingly
established that the Applicant had been playing films despite not
having a Licence in place to do so beyond their expired TEN. The
Environmental Team queried why this was the case, given it was said
to have been made clear to them in correspondence that films could
not be played without a Licence and that as a responsible proposed
Licensee they ought to have known this was a breach. In response,
the Applicant stated that they were not looking to implement
headphones as this was not the idea for the cinema. They wanted it
to be a community event and using headphones would mean people are
isolated and sitting in complete silence. As for the breach of
showing films without a licence the Applicant had assumed the email
response from the Environmental Team to confirm the amended
programme of films to be shown in the future was deemed as
acceptaned and that they could
accordingly show films. They acknowledged this was an error and
would ensure this would not happen again.
 

13)     
The Panel noted that the Objector was concerned
about noise from the event being disruptive and queried what
measures the Applicant was taking to mitigate noise nuisance. The
Applicant confirmed they had already taken action in this regard
and turned down the volume of audio, now having a decibel meter on
site to monitor the levels of audio and intended to make use of the
amended film programme which produced less levels of noise. The
Applicant also added that they were not looking to expand the
events, they were happy as they operate and that given this was a
free event, they wanted people from outside the area to come to
visit Brentford and to see and know what the area has to offer. The
Applicant believed that the screenings run so far under the TENs
were a tremendous success and wanted this to continue.
 

14)     
Given this was a non-ticketed event, the Panel
queried how people would be stopped from taking alcohol off the
premises and what security measures were in place. The Applicant
confirmed they had two security guards in place as well as a dog to
prevent such issues. The Applicant added that alcohol sales have
been minimal and confirmed they whilst they may have been playing
films without the required licence, they were not selling alcohol.
Moreover, whilst the Panel noted the photos produced as part of the
submissions did not show any fencing around the water, as was being
proposed by the Applicant as a condition in their Application, they
did have lifebuoys and confirmed that the area was continually
monitored.
 

15)     
The Applicant further added that they had only had
one complaint from a resident and that there were a number of
residents in support of the film screenings. The residents were
made aware that there were areas earmarked for community activities
and that these would generate some noise but that this was no
different to that of noise emanating from aeroplanes flying
overhead. In this instance, they had tried to appease the resident
Objector, although their representation remained. 
 

16)     
The Panel queried whether a limit of 70 decibels
would be sufficient for the Applicant to operate without hindering
the screenings. The Applicant confirmed that ideally, they would
like to suggest 80 decibels, but if required would be happy to work
to 70 -75 decibels. In addition, they were happy to take on board
the Environmental Team’s advice in that they would need to
undertake an acoustic survey in future to determine the ideal noise
limit. The Environmental Team acknowledged that this would be
suitable for future applications particularly as the Applicant had
indicated that they hoped to apply in future/next year and for the
application and correspondence between parties to run more
smoothly.
 

17)     
The Panel considered the Statutory Guidance which
states:

“2.1       Licensing
authorities should look to the police as the main source of advice
on crime and disorder. They should also seek to involve the local
Community Safety Partnership (CSP).”
 
However, the Panel also noted that under Public
safety:

“2.7       Licence holders have
a responsibility to ensure the safety of those using their
premises, as a part of their duties under the 2003 Act. This
concerns the safety of people using the relevant premises rather
than public health which is addressed in other legislation.
Physical safety includes the prevention of accidents and injuries
and other immediate harms that can result from alcohol consumption
such as unconsciousness or alcohol poisoning”
 
The
Panel noted that it ultimately, it is for a licence holder to
ensure they are operating in compliance with their licence and to
propose measures to promote the licensing objectives and tackle any
issues. They were also aware that the Police had not put in a
representation and that issues of security seemed to be adequately
addressed by the Applicant.
 

18)     
Furthermore, the Statutory Guidance states the
following:

“Public Nuisance

2.21      The 2003 Act enables licensing
authorities and responsible authorities, through representations,
to consider what constitutes public nuisance and what is
appropriate to prevent it in terms of conditions attached to
specific premises licences and club premises certificates. It is
therefore important that in considering the promotion of this
licensing objective, licensing authorities and responsible
authorities focus on the effect of the licensable activities at the
specific premises on persons living and working (including those
carrying on business) in the area around the premises which may be
disproportionate and unreasonable. The issues will mainly concern
noise nuisance, light pollution, noxious smells and
litter.

 

2.22      Public nuisance is given a
statutory meaning in many pieces of legislation. It is however not
narrowly defined in the 2003 Act and retains its broad common law
meaning. It may include in appropriate circumstances the reduction
of the living and working amenity and environment of other persons
living and working in the area of the licensed premises. Public
nuisance may also arise as a result of the adverse effects of
artificial light, dust, odour and insects or where its effect is
prejudicial to health.

 

2.23      Conditions
relating to noise nuisance will usually concern steps appropriate
to control the levels of noise emanating from premises. This might
be achieved by a simple measure such as ensuring that doors and
windows are kept closed after a particular time, or persons are not
permitted in garden areas of the premises after a certain time.
More sophisticated measures like the installation of acoustic
curtains or rubber speaker mounts to mitigate sound escape from the
premises may be appropriate. However, conditions in relation to
live or recorded music may not be enforceable in circumstances
where the entertainment activity itself is not licensable (see
chapter 16). Any conditions appropriate to promote the prevention
of public nuisance should be tailored to the type, nature and
characteristics of the specific premises and its licensable
activities. Licensing authorities should avoid inappropriate or
disproportionate measures that could deter events that are valuable
to the community, such as live music. Noise limiters, for example,
are expensive to purchase and install and are likely to be a
considerable burden for smaller venues.

 

2.24      As with all
conditions, those relating to noise nuisance may not be appropriate
in certain circumstances where provisions in other legislation
adequately protect those living in the area of the premises. But as
stated earlier in this Guidance, the approach of licensing
authorities and responsible authorities should be one of prevention
and when their powers are engaged, licensing authorities should be
aware of the fact that other legislation may not adequately cover
concerns raised in relevant representations and additional
conditions may be appropriate.

 

2.25      Where applications have given
rise to representations, any appropriate conditions should normally
focus on the most sensitive periods. For example, the most
sensitive period for people being disturbed by unreasonably loud
music is at night and into the early morning when residents in
adjacent properties may be attempting to go to sleep or are
sleeping. This is why there is still a need for a licence for
performances of live music between 11 pm and 8 am. In certain
circumstances, conditions relating to noise emanating from the
premises may also be appropriate to address any disturbance
anticipated as customers enter and leave.

.……

 

2.27      Beyond the immediate area
surrounding the premises, these are matters for the personal
responsibility of individuals under the law. An individual who
engages in antisocial behaviour is accountable in their own right.
However, it would be perfectly reasonable for a licensing authority
to impose a condition, following relevant representations, that
requires the licence holder or club to place signs at the exits
from the building encouraging patrons to be quiet until they leave
the area, or that, if they wish to smoke, to do so at designated
places on the premises instead of outside, and to respect the
rights of people living nearby to a peaceful night.

.……

 

19)     
In regard to the Exhibition of Films, the Statutory
Guidance states:
 

“10.59 The 2003 Act provides that where a premises licence or
club premises certificate authorises the exhibition of a film, it
must include a condition requiring the admission of children to
films to be restricted in accordance with recommendations given
either by a body designated under section 4 of the Video Recordings
Act 1984 specified in the licence (currently only the British Board
of Film Classification (BBFC)) or by the licensing authority
itself.”
 

20)     
The Council’s Policy states the
following:
 
“54.
Each of the four licensing objectives are of equal importance and
therefore each needs to be considered with equal weight.
 
55. The
Council expects applicants to risk assess their proposals and put
forward measures aimed at promoting the licensing
objectives.
 
LP2 The
Four Licensing Objectives
 
1.
Prevention of Crime and Disorder
Whether the
proposal includes satisfactory measures to mitigate any risk of the
proposed operation making an unacceptable contribution to levels of
crime and disorder in the locality.
 
2. Public
Safety
Whether the
necessary and satisfactory risk assessments have been undertaken,
the management procedures put in place and the relevant
certification produced to demonstrate that the public will be kept
safe both within and in close proximity to the premises.
 
3.
Prevention of Public Nuisance
Whether the
applicant has addressed the potential for nuisance arising from the
characteristics and style of the proposed activity and identified
the appropriate steps to reduce the risk of public nuisance
occurring.
 
4.
Protection of Children form Harm
Whether the
applicant has identified and addressed any risks with the aim of
protecting children from harm when on the premises or in close
proximity to the premises.”
 
 

21)     
At 2.8 of the Policy, it states:
“70.
The Council is aware of the popularity of external areas and
outdoor events. These include beer gardens, terraces, street
parties, events in car parks and industrial spaces, pop-ups or
activity on private land awaiting development. These activities can
further add to Hounslow’s rich cultural heritage, diversity
and help bring our communities together.
 
71.
Hounslow Council already holds premises licences which authorise
regulated entertainment in several of its parks and open spaces.
These licences have been granted with control measures attached,
including limited hours of activity, restricted numbers of events
annually and other steps appropriate for the promotion of the
licensing objectives. These are further supported by the work of
the Events Team where the events take place on Hounslow owned or
operated land.
 
72.
However, by their very nature, outdoor activity can often be the
source of nuisance as a result of noise and disturbance. The
Licensing Authority will expect applicants and/or premises users to
have assessed the impact that any proposed external areas or
outdoor activity may have on any of the licensing objectives and
identify the measures they will put in place to mitigate this
impact.
 
LP6 External Areas and
Outdoor Events The Licensing Authority will normally restrict
external areas and outdoor activity to between 08:00 and 22:00
unless the applicant can demonstrate that comprehensive control
measures have been implemented that ensure the promotion of the
licensing objectives, in particular the public nuisance objective.
Notwithstanding any proposed control measures, the Licensing
Authority may restrict the hours and/or activity even
further.”
 

22)     
The Panel were aware that the Applicant had clearly
been in breach, having screened films without the necessary licence
to do so. The Panel considered that the Applicant ought to have
known that a licence was required given the previous use of TENs
and that the suggestion that they thought permission had been
granted by email correspondence with the Environmental Team was
misguided. However, the Panel took on board that the Applicant
acknowledged this was an error and would ensure that this would not
happen again in future. It was also of relevance to the Panel that
the Applicant was currently only seeking a licence to the end of
August 2024 of which at the time of the hearing it was almost
halfway through August.
 

23)     
The Panel considered the Environmental Team’s
proposed conditions and thought that rather than suggesting the
audio be maintained at a reasonable level, a set figure be
implemented of no more than 75 decibels as a compromise and as per
the guidance the Applicant had received from the Environmental Team
on visits where tests had been carried out. Moreover, the Panel
determined that whilst holding the screenings on 7 days a week was
considered somewhat excessive and offered no respite for the
residents, the suggestion to have no screenings on Sunday as
suggested would be better served on a weekday. Therefore the Panel
resolved to add a condition restricting screenings on a Monday
during the period for which the Licence would be granted. In
respect of the Environmental Team’s suggestion to submit a
detailed noise management plan, although the Panel considered this
an important measure, given the Licence was only proposed for a
short period of time, to have this drawn up and approved prior to
the requested licensing period would prove difficult. Therefore,
whilst not implemented as a condition, the Panel did suggest that
the noise management plan as per the acoustic assessment, would be
something for any future application the Applicant may choose to
make. 
 

24)     
The Panel noted the conditions agreed between the
Applicant and the Licensing Enforcement Team but considers that
given this will be an open public event further conditions are
required in order to address and ensure the licensing objectives
are further promoted. In order for better enforcement of the
Licence, the Panel also chose to amend some of the proposed
conditions by the Applicant and those agreed with the Licensing
Enforcement Team as outlined below. 
 

25)     
In reviewing the conditions proposed, the Panel
noted the following from the conditions proposed by the Applicant,
and the Panel added those which were relevant to the promotion of
licensing objectives and deemed enforceable.
 
In
those proposed under the Prevention of Crime and
Disorder:
 

a.   
In this regard, the conditions relating to CCTV and
having a staff member who is conversant with the operation of the
CCTV were retained. The Panel also considered that given this was
an open area, a condition that signage stating  CCTV cameras were in place ought to be added and
resolved to add this.
 

b.   
The proposed condition regarding security was
amended for clarity to state that at least two security personnel
must be on site during licensable activities at the Premises to
assist with the prevention of public nuisance and the prevention of
crime and disorder. 
 
In
the proposed conditions under the Prevention of Public
Safety:
 
c.    
Some of the conditions proposed by the Applicant
within this section appear to be outside the scope of licensing,
likely to fall under Health and Safety requirements, are covered by
mandatory conditions or deemed unenforceable.
 
d.   
The Panel therefore retained the conditions relating
to ensuring alcohol is secured in a locked sore room, no drinks
served in glass containers, sufficient measures to prevent litter
or waste and for bins to be subject to regular emptying. In
addition the condition relating to keeping an incident log, for
there to be a maximum number of 500 people and that no miniature
bottles of spirits of 20 cl or below were to be sold from the
premises were retained.
 
e.   
The condition relating to alcohol not being on
display appeared to be unclear to the Panel and so was
removed.
 
In
the proposed conditions under the Prevention of Public
Nuisance:
 
f.     
The Panel determined that the conditions around
noise being generated on the premises ought to remain as this was a
model condition from the Council’s Policy. Moreover, the
suggestion to provide a telephone number for contact, ensuring all
outside tables and chairs shall be rendered unusable by 10pm each
day were retained. The Panel were satisfied that these conditions
would assist in mitigating the noise issues.
 
g.   
In relation to the licence holder ensuring that
patrons drinking and or smoking outside do so in an orderly manner,
given the Premises was an outdoor area, this was deemed not
relevant. The Panel did, however, amend the similar proposed
condition by Licensing Enforcement to “Persons wishing to
leave the demised premises area to smoke shall not be permitted to
take drinks with them.”
 
In
the proposed conditions under the Protection of children from
harm:
 

h.   
The condition relating age verification on tills was
retained whilst the condition relating to a challenge 21 or 25
policy was removed. Whilst the Applicant’s condition was that
of the model condition, the Panel considered that it would be
prudent to state a specific challenge age level rather than
referring to either a challenge 21 or 25 policy. Therefore the
Licensing Enforcement’s similarly proposed condition in this
regard was retained.
 

i.     
The proposed condition stating “Access to
water will be restricted with 60m of temporary picket
fencing” was deemed unclear by the Panel and accordingly
amended to:
A
temporary picket fencing will be placed around water in between the
screen and seating to prevent unauthorised access to the
water.
 
j.     
With respect to the condition relating to the
certification of films shown through Everyman Cinema, the Panel
were concerned that given this was an open area, there was a risk
that children located outside the Premises area or located in one
of the flats overlooking the Premises and screen, could view films
above their age rating. The Panel therefore resolved to amend this
condition to specify that no films above rating above 12A to be
shown before 7.30pm. The Panel were also conscious of the need to
add a condition in satisfaction of section 10.59 of the Statutory
Guidance and accordingly added a condition stating
“Admission of children to the premises must be restricted
in accordance with the film classification recommended by the
British Board of Film Classification or recommended by this
licensing authority as appropriate.” The Panel considered
that these conditions would assist in promoting the licensing
objectives.
 
26)     
The Panel further considered the proposed conditions
by the Licensing Enforcement Team which had been agreed by the
Applicant.
 

a.   
Conditions 1, 2 and 4 (relating to CCTV and incident
logs) were similar to those proposed by the Applicant, however,
given the suggested wording of these by the Applicant mirrored the
model conditions of the Council’s Policy, those were
preferred over the Licensing Enforcement Team’s.
 

b.   
Condition 3 and 5 (relating to training records for
alcohol sales and notices to leave quietly) were
retained.
 

c.    
Condition 6 (relating to a challenge 25 policy) was
preferred over the Applicant’s suggested condition as outline
above.
 

d.   
Conditions 7 and 8 (relating to drinks in glass
containers and sales of miniatures bottles of spirits of 20cl or
below) were repeated conditions as suggested by the Applicant and
already included.
 

e.   
Condition 9 (relating to persons leaving to smoke)
was amended as outlined above.
 

27)     
In addition to the above, following the discussions
which had taken place, the Panel resolved to adding a condition
confirming that the audio level would not go beyond 75dB at a
measure of 2m away from the speakers and for a staff member to be
on site to adjust if necessary. This was in addition to a condition
confirming there were to be no screenings or licensable activities
on Mondays and that the Licence was limited until the end of 31
August 2024. Whilst the Applicant had requested opening hours
operating from 01:00 to 24:59 to take account of any late finishing
live sports broadcast, the Panel stated this was not necessary
given the live broadcasts did not fall under this category of
licensing. Therefore the Panel decided the opening hours should be
amended to reflect those of the licensable activities times whilst
allowing for an extra 30 minutes of drinking up time for the
alcohol sales.
 

28)     
In response to questions and the proposed
conditions, the Panel was therefore satisfied that the Applicant
was aware of potential the issues in the area and the proposed
conditions in their Application along with those agreed and
proposed with Licensing Enforcement and those suggested by the
Panel would also go some way to addressing any crime and disorder,
public nuisance and public safety issues, as well as ensuring the
protection of children from harm. The main concern appeared to be
around noise issues and public nuisance, however, the Panel was
satisfied the Applicant had and would continue to address the
issues raised and that they had suggested ways to minimise or deal
with such potential issues. The Panel were also aware this was a
licence for a limited time period and that the hours sought were
within those suggested by the Council’s Policy guidance.
Whilst some of the suggestions did not form conditions of the
licence, the Panel expected that these suggestions were implemented
to ensure the screenings went smoothly. Overall the Panel felt that
these would go some way in preventing issues and promoting the
licensing objectives.
 

29)     
The Licensing Panel therefore decided to
GRANT the application for a premises licence, incorporating
the conditions as set out below.
 
·      
Supply of alcohol for consumption on the
premises:

Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00 to
20:00

Thursday to Saturday 12:00 to 22:00

 
·      
Films

Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00 to
18:00

Thursday to Saturday 12:00 to 22:00

 
·      
The opening hours of the premises:

Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00 to
20:30

Thursday to Saturday 12:00 to 22:30
 

1.   
This Premises Licence is only valid until 31 August 2024
(inclusive).
 

2.   
There shall be no licensable activities taking place on
Mondays.
 

3.   
Whilst film screenings are ongoing, a member of staff will be
present to ensure that the audio is maintained at a level no more
than 75dB measured a distance of 2m from the speakers, and to make
adjustments to the noise levels if necessary.
 

4.   
The premises shall install and maintain a comprehensive CCTV system
as per the minimum requirements of the Hounslow Police Licensing
Team. All entry and exit points will be covered enabling frontal
identification of every person entering in any light condition. The
CCTV system shall continually record whilst the premises is open
for licensable activities and during all times when customers
remain on the premises. All recordings shall be stored for a
minimum period of 31 days with date and time stamping.
 

5.   
A staff member from the premises who is conversant with the
operation of the CCTV system shall be on the premises at all times
when the premises are open.

6.   
 
 
7.   
Appropriate signage will be displayed, in a prominent position,
informing customers they are being recorded on CCTV.
 

8.   
All staff responsible for selling alcohol shall receive regular
training in the Licensing Act 2003. Written records of this
training shall be retained and made available to Police and Council
officers with the absolute minimum of delay when requested.
 

9.   
An incident log shall be kept at the premises and made available on
request to an authorised officer of the Hounslow Council or the
Police. It must be completed within 24 hours of the incident and
will record the following:
(a) all crimes reported to the
venue
(b) all ejections of patrons
(c) any complaints received concerning
crime and disorder
(d) any incidents of disorder
(e) all seizures of drugs or offensive
weapons
(f) any faults in the CCTV system,
searching equipment or scanning equipment
(g) any refusal of the sale of
alcohol
(h) any visit by a relevant authority
or emergency service.
 

10.A challenge 25 proof
of age scheme shall operate at the premises. Signage shall be
displayed advising customers that the scheme is in place. All staff
authorised to sell alcohol will be trained in the Challenge 25
scheme and this training will be documented to include the date the
training was given, the name of the person who gave the training,
the person who received the training and signatures by both trainer
and trainee.
 

11.Notices shall be
prominently displayed at all exits requesting patrons to respect
the needs of local residents and businesses and leave the area
quietly.
 

12.No miniature bottles
of spirits of 20cl or below shall be sold from the premises
 

13.Persons wishing to
leave the demised premises area to smoke shall not be permitted to
take drinks with them.
 

14.Outside of the hours
authorised for the sale of alcohol and whilst the premises are open
to the public, the licence holder shall ensure that all alcohol
within the premises (including alcohol behind the counter) is
secured in a locked store room.
 

15.Prominent signage
indicating the permitted hours for the sale of alcohol shall be
displayed.
 

16.No drinks shall be
served in glass containers at any time.
 

17. The number of
persons permitted in the premises at any one-time (including staff)
shall not exceed 500 persons.
 
18. During the hours of operation
of the premises, the licence holder shall ensure sufficient
measures are in place to remove and prevent litter or waste arising
or accumulating from customers in the area immediately outside the
premises, and  that this area shall be
swept and or washed, and litter and sweepings collected and stored
in accordance with the approved refuse storage arrangements
 

19.In the event that a
serious assault is committed on the premises (or appears to have
been committed) the management will immediately ensure that:
(a)  
The police (and, where appropriate, the London Ambulance Service)
are called without delay;
(b)  
All measures that are reasonably practicable are taken to apprehend
any suspects pending the arrival of the police;
(c)  
The crime scene is preserved so as to enable a full forensic
investigation to be carried out by the police; and
(d)  
Such other measures are taken (as appropriate) to fully protect the
safety of all persons present on the premises.
 

20. The premises will
provide a bin or bins outside which will be subject to regular
emptying.
 

21.A direct telephone
number for the manager at the premises shall be publicly available
at all times the premises is open. This telephone number is to be
made available to residents and businesses in the vicinity.
 

22. All films to be
licensed through Everyman Cinemas, adhering to age classification
restrictions with no films above a rating of 12A to be shown before
7.30pm.
 
23. Admission of children to the
premises must be restricted in accordance with the film
classification recommended by the British Board of Film
Classification or recommended by this licensing authority as
appropriate.
24.  

25. All tills shall
automatically prompt staff to ask for age verification
identification when presented with an alcohol sale.
 

26. A
temporary picket fencing will be placed around water in between the
screen and seating to prevent unauthorised access to the
water.
 

27. At
least two security personnel must be on site during licensable
activities at the Premises.
 

30)     
The Panel would like to remind the Applicant that a
breach of the licence times and conditions could result in a review
of the premises licence, and potential modification of the
conditions and even a revocation of the premises
licence.
 
 
Right to Appeal
 

31)     
Any party aggrieved with the
decision of the Licensing Sub-Committee on one or more grounds
set out in schedule 5 of Licensing Act 2003 may appeal to the
local Magistrate’s Court within 21 days of notification of
this decision.