The Licensing Sub-Committee D of Hackney Council met on Thursday 29 May 2025 to consider an application for a premises licence for Bread & Butter, located at 7 Enfield Road, London, N1 5EN. The committee approved the application with several amendments and additional conditions.

Premises Licence: Bread & Butter, 7 Enfield Road, London, N1 5EN

The Licensing Sub-Committee approved the application for a premises licence for Bread & Butter, located at 7 Enfield Road, London, N1 5EN. The decision was made after considering representations from local residents and the applicant.

The application sought authorisation for the sale of alcohol from Monday to Sunday, with proposed opening hours from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Sundays. The sale of alcohol was proposed to be from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Sundays.

During the hearing, eight local residents submitted representations expressing concerns about potential increases in noise, public nuisance, crime and disorder, public safety, and the protection of children from harm. Many of these residents lived in the flats directly above the premises and highlighted the disruptive impact that extended hours and alcohol sales could have on their quality of life. Concerns were also raised about the proximity of New Hackney Primary School to the proposed licensed premises.

The Licensing Authority, Environmental Enforcement, and the Police initially made representations but subsequently withdrew them after agreeing on conditions with the applicant.

The Sub-Committee decided to approve the licence with the following amendments and additional conditions:

• The hours for the use of the outdoor area were restricted, ceasing no later than 9:00 PM on any day.
• A Delivery Management Plan must be submitted to the Licensing Authority.
• The Premises Licence Holder must maintain a dedicated contact telephone number and email address, available at all times, and these details must be displayed at the premises and on its website.

The Sub-Committee reasoned that these conditions would mitigate the potential for public nuisance and disruption to local residents. They also took into account the applicant's experience as an operator of another café in Stoke Newington and their commitment to improving waste management. The decision was made in accordance with Hackney's Statement of Licensing Policy¹, specifically policies LP1 (General Principles) and LP2 (Licensing Objectives).²