Councillor Ben Curtis

Summary Expedited Review, Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday 7 May 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Licensing Sub-Committee met to review the premises licence for Aquum at 68-70 Clapham High Street, following an application by the Metropolitan Police after a serious sexual assault was alleged to have occurred at the venue. The committee decided to make permanent the interim steps that had been put in place, with some amendments to the conditions. These steps included the removal of the designated premises supervisor (DPS) and the imposition of new conditions on the licence.

Annual Council, Council - Wednesday 23 April 2025 7.00 pm

The annual meeting of Lambeth Council saw Councillor Adrian Garden elected as Mayor and Councillor Christine Banton as Deputy Mayor for the 2025-26 municipal year, while also addressing committee appointments, the council's constitution, and member allowance schemes. The council voted to approve the recommendations in reports regarding the allocation of seats to political groups, the constitution, and the members allowances scheme, all despite some dissent.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 10 April 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Licensing Sub-Committee met to consider a new premises licence for Buddy's Deli and a review of the premises licence for Exquisite Restaurant and Bar. The committee granted the licence for Buddy's Deli with amended hours and existing conditions, and deferred making a decision on Exquisite Restaurant and Bar for five working days.

Summary Expedited Review, Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 10 April 2025 5.00 pm

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Lambeth Council met on 10 April 2025 to consider an application for a summary review of a premises licence. The meeting was convened to determine whether any interim steps were necessary, pending a full review. The report pack includes an application for the Summary Review and an overview of the hearing procedure.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday 25 March 2025 7.00 pm

The Licensing Sub-Committee convened to discuss three applications for premises licence variations. The committee approved the variation for Estrella Bar Tapas Restaurant and Rittos, with additional conditions for Rittos. The Hope and Anchor's application was also granted, with encouragement for the applicant to engage with residents.