Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 1, 2024

Purpose:

Content: The decision   The Licensing Sub-Committee, in considering this decision from the information presented to them within the report and at the hearing and having regard to the promotion of the licensing objectives: ·  The prevention of crime and disorder ·  Public safety ·  Prevention of public nuisance ·  The protection of children from harm The application for a premises licence has been approved in accordance with the Council’s Statement of Licensing and the proposed conditions set out in paragraph 8.1 of the report.   The premises licence has been granted with the licensable activities and as set out in the report.    Condition 9 shall be amended as follows:   “SIA licensed security personnel will be deployed to manage the entry and movement of guests on a risk assessment basis to be agreed with the Police (at least one security guard situated on the front door).   And the following additional conditions shall be added to the premises licence:   ·  The Premises Licence Holder shall operate a zero tolerance policy to drugs and comply with the Hackney Police/Council Community Safety Unit Drugs and Weapons policy where appropriate. Prominent signage shall be displayed by every entrance and exit detailing the drugs and weapons policies.   ·  There shall be a written dispersal policy submitted to the Licensing Authority and the Police. The dispersal policy shall be implemented at the premises. All staff shall be briefed on this dispersal policy. A copy of the policy shall be kept on the premises and shall be produced to a police officer or other authorised officer upon request.   Reasons for the decision   The application for a premises licence has been approved as members of the Licensing Sub-Committee were satisfied that the licensing objectives would not be undermined.    The Sub-Committee took into consideration that there were representations from one local resident on the grounds of the four licensing objectives.   The Sub-Committee noted that the Applicant agreed conditions with the Environmental Protection Team, the Environmental Enforcement Team and the Police, and these Responsible Authorities withdrew their representations in advance of the hearing. The Sub-Committee noted that the Applicant agreed amended hours with the Licensing Authority who withdrew their representation before the hearing.   The Sub-Committee took into consideration the representations from the Applicant that they had been using Temporary Event Notices to authorise performances of live music. The Sub-Committee took into account that the Applicant had received complaints, however, they have not had a complaint for a long while. The Applicant plays music to the highest level to assess it.  The Sub-Committee noted the Applicant has a zero policy on drugs and they have a logbook and report to the Police. The Applicant contended that they would check the ID of all customers and they would operate Challenge 25. It was noted the Applicant will be having regular events, and the Applicant agreed to a drugs policy condition.   The Sub-Committee decided after hearing from the parties to grant the premises license. They found the Applicant willing to take on board the concerns raised and were willing to work with the Responsible Authorities. The Sub-Committee felt that the Applicant demonstrated that they were willing to work with the Police to prevent public nuisance, and they were satisfied that the Applicant would not undermine the licensing objectives.   The Sub-Committee felt the gallery will not have a large impact on the area, and they took into consideration that the premises have a capacity of 75 and the events will have on average 25 customers.   The Sub-Committee took into consideration the local resident’s representation, and that they had not made complaints when the temporary events were held at the premises.   The Sub-Committee took into account that the operating hours of the premises are within core hours.   Having taken all of the above factors into consideration the Sub-Committee was satisfied that by granting the premises licence the licensing objectives would not be undermined.   Public Informative   The Premises Licence Holder is encouraged to continue working with the local residents and the Responsible Authorities to deal with any issues arising at the premises and to prevent noise nuisance.   Your right to appeal   If you are aggrieved by any term, condition or restriction attached to this decision, you have the right to appeal to the Thames Magistrates Court, 58 Bow Road, London E3 4DJ within 21 days of the date you receive this written decision.   You can also contact the court by email: northlondonmc@justice.gov.uk.