The Licensing Committee of Greenwich Council met on Wednesday 27 May 2026 to establish Licensing Sub-Committees for the upcoming year. The committee agreed to form these sub-committees and appointed members to serve on them.

Appointment of Licensing Sub-Committees 2026/27

The committee agreed to establish Licensing Sub-Committees and appointed members to serve on them, as detailed in Appendix 1 of the report. This decision was made to ensure the committee could effectively discharge its functions under the Licensing Act 2003¹ and the Gambling Act 2005². The establishment of these sub-committees is a statutory requirement and allows for the efficient and effective handling of licensing matters. The terms of reference for the Licensing Committee, which outline its responsibilities, were also noted. These include making recommendations on the Statement of Licensing Policy, advising on the protection of children from harm, and monitoring the impact of licensing on regulated entertainment. The committee's terms of reference also cover a range of other licensing issues, including those related to massage and special treatments, sex establishments, caravan sites, civil wedding venues, dangerous wild animals, and amusement arcades. The appointments made will be published on the Council's website.