The Licensing (Hearings) Sub-Committee of Leicester Council met on Wednesday 26 August 2026 to consider an application for a new premises licence. The meeting's agenda included a single main item: an application for a new premises licence for Dosti Restaurant and Bar Ltd.

Application for a New Premises Licence - Dosti Restaurant and Bar Ltd

The Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Dosti Restaurant and Bar Ltd, located at 2b Uppingham Road, Leicester, LE5 0QD. The report pack detailed the proposed licensable activities, which included the supply of recorded music, late-night refreshment, and the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises. The applicant proposed operating hours from 10:00 to 00:00 from Sunday to Thursday, and from 10:00 to 02:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. The opening hours were proposed to be from 06:00 to 02:30 on Fridays and Saturdays, and 06:00 to 00:30 from Sunday to Thursday.

The report pack outlined that four representations were received from members of the public, raising concerns related to the prevention of crime and disorder, public nuisance, public safety, and the protection of children from harm. These representations highlighted worries about increased noise, litter, anti-social behaviour, and the intimidation caused by people gathering in the street.

Additionally, a representation was received from the Noise team, expressing concerns about potential noise complaints and disturbance to local residents due to the proposed long operating hours, as well as noise from deliveries and staff activities. However, an agreement had subsequently been reached between the applicant and the Noise team. The report pack also noted that a document was provided by the applicant's agent, containing signatures from at least 50 residents who supported the application.

The Sub-Committee was to determine whether to grant the licence without modification, grant it subject to conditions, exclude any licensable activities, refuse to accept the proposed premises supervisor, or reject the application entirely. The report pack also referenced relevant sections of the Licensing Act 2003¹ statutory guidance and the council's own Statement of Licensing Policy².