The Licensing Sub-Committee of Merton Council is scheduled to consider two applications for new premises licences. These applications involve proposed restaurants, Dishoom Ltd and Adams K Dining Ltd, and have generated a number of representations from members of the public.

Dishoom Ltd, Permit Room, 41-47 Wimbledon Hill Road, SW19 7NA

The committee is scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Dishoom Ltd, located at 41-47 Wimbledon Hill Road, SW19 7NA. The application seeks authorisation for recorded music from 08:00 to midnight, provision of late-night refreshment from 23:00 to midnight, and the supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises from 08:00 to midnight. The proposed opening hours are from 08:00 to 00:30.

This premises is situated within the Wimbledon Town Centre Cumulative Impact Area, meaning Section 10 of the Statement of Licensing Policy is engaged. The report pack indicates that nine relevant representations have been received from members of the public and their representatives. These representations raise concerns primarily related to the prevention of public nuisance, public safety, and the protection of children from harm. Specific issues mentioned include noise from patrons, traffic and delivery vehicles, waste management, and potential disturbance to nearby residents, particularly those living on Alwyne Road.

The report pack outlines potential conditions that could be attached to the licence, drawn from the applicant's operating schedule. These include requirements for a CCTV system, an incident log, staff training on the Challenge 25 scheme, and conditions regarding the service of alcohol ancillary to meals.

Adams K Dining Ltd, 31 Kingston Road, London, SW19 1JX

The sub-committee is also scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Adams K Dining Ltd, located at 31 Kingston Road, London, SW19 1JX. This application is for a Korean dining establishment and seeks authorisation for recorded music from 11:00 to 23:00 and the supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises from 11:00 to 22:30. The proposed opening hours are from 11:00 to 23:00.

This premises is not located within a special policy area. The report pack notes that two relevant representations have been received from members of the public. These representations focus on the prevention of public nuisance, citing concerns about noise, disturbance, commercial waste, litter, and potential pest activity due to the proximity of residential accommodation and the family-oriented nature of the neighbourhood. Concerns are also raised about the cumulative impact of existing hospitality establishments in the area.

The applicant has agreed to the inclusion of conditions with the Metropolitan Police, which include the installation and maintenance of a CCTV system, with recordings to be retained for a minimum of 31 days and made available upon request. The report pack also details potential conditions that could be extracted from the applicant's operating schedule, such as the premises operating as a food-led restaurant with alcohol sales ancillary to dining, off-sales in sealed containers, and the operation of a Challenge 25 scheme.

The agenda for the meeting also includes the appointment of a Chair, apologies for absence, and declarations of pecuniary interest.