The Licensing Panel D of Camden Council is scheduled to convene on Thursday, 6 August 2026. The primary item on the agenda is the consideration of an application to renew a Sex Establishment Licence for Blue Rose, located at 4A Kentish Town Road, London NW1 9NX.

Blue Rose: Sex Establishment Licence Renewal

The meeting's most significant item is the review of the application to renew the Sex Establishment Licence for Blue Rose, a sex shop situated at 4A Kentish Town Road, London NW1 9NX. The report from the Director of Recreation and Public Safety details the application, which seeks permission to continue operating as a sex shop between 10 am and 11 pm, seven days a week. The premises, which include a ground floor and basement, were first granted a licence in April 2015 and have undergone annual renewals since.

The consultation process for this renewal has generated responses from the Metropolitan Police Service and one member of the public. The Metropolitan Police have made a representation, citing concerns about the sale of items that may be illegal without proper authorisation, specifically mentioning Sildenafil tablets and poppers containing a clear liquid. The police report details two visits to the venue, highlighting alleged breaches of the licence, including the sale of regulated medication above recommended dosages and the absence of specified licence holders during operating hours. The police representation concludes by recommending the full refusal of the application due to concerns regarding crime and disorder and public safety.

A member of the public, Dan Whitaker, has also submitted an objection, expressing concern about the Licensed Sex Shop signage being offensive and potentially encouraging pornography in an area with many school-aged children. Mr. Whitaker notes that the character of the area has changed from one primarily for adults to one with a significant number of impressionable young people.

The council's Sex Establishments Policy outlines a presumption against granting new sex establishment licences, but this does not apply to renewals. However, the policy states that renewals will be considered on their merits, taking into account any changes in circumstances or the locality. The panel will need to assess the suitability of the applicant, the character of the relevant locality, and whether the number of sex establishments in the area is appropriate. The report also references the Human Rights Act 1998 and the Equality Act 2010, reminding panel members of their duties regarding fair trials, private life, protection of property, and non-discrimination.

The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as the election of a Chair, noting apologies, declarations of interest, and announcements regarding the webcasting of the meeting. The terms of reference for Licensing Panels and the minutes from previous meetings held on 22 January 2026 and 5 March 2026 are also scheduled for noting and approval, respectively.

The meeting will be webcast live and available for viewing for twelve months afterwards on the Camden Council website.