The Licensing Sub Committee Hearing Panel of Manchester Council met on Friday 11 September 2026 to consider an application for an interim steps hearing regarding a premises licence. The primary focus of the meeting was a review of the licence for Richie and Nickie Superstore.

Interim Steps for Summary Review of a Premises Licence - Richie and Nickie Superstore

The committee was scheduled to consider an application for an interim steps hearing concerning the premises licence for Richie and Nickie Superstore, located at 159 Princess Road, Manchester, M14 4RE. This review was initiated by Greater Manchester Police under section 53A of the Licensing Act 2003, following concerns that the premises are associated with serious crime or serious disorder.

The report pack indicated that the police believed a standard review process would be too lengthy given the seriousness of the alleged incidents. The application cited concerns about potential evasion of duty on stock sold at the premises and payments due to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), which Greater Manchester Police suggested undermines the licensing objective of the prevention of crime and disorder.

The report outlined the potential steps the Sub-Committee could take to promote the licensing objectives. These included:

• Modifying the conditions of the licence.
• Excluding any of the licensable activities from the licence.
• Removing the designated premises supervisor.
• Suspending the licence.

The report also detailed the current premises licence, which authorises the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises between 06:00 and 02:00, seven days a week. The licence holders are Harold McKenzie and Nickeysha Alecia McKenzie, with Nickeysha Alecia McKenzie also serving as the designated premises supervisor.

The report referenced the Manchester Statement of Licensing Policy and the Secretary of State's Guidance to the Licensing Act 2003, both of which the committee must have regard to when making decisions. The policy aims to ensure a balance of venue types and promote community wellbeing. The report also noted that the Licensing Act 2003 promotes public safety and protects children from harm.

The agenda also included standard procedural items such as considering urgent business, appeals, and declarations of interest.