The Licensing (Hearings) Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider two applications for premises licences: one for a new dessert lounge and another for a review of an existing mini-market's licence. The committee was also due to confirm the minutes of its previous meetings.

Application for a New Premises Licence - L'Amore Dessert Lounge

The Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for L'Amore Dessert Lounge, located at 145 Evington Road, Leicester. The application proposed operating hours for late-night refreshment from Monday to Sunday, 23:00 to 01:00, with overall opening hours from 15:00 to 01:00 daily.

Representations were received from members of the public and Leicestershire Police. Concerns raised by the public included potential increases in litter and anti-social behaviour, such as groups congregating, loud music, and speeding vehicles, particularly if operating hours were extended beyond 23:00. One representation highlighted a recent improvement in these behaviours coinciding with declined licence extensions and stricter enforcement. Another representation noted the density of fast-food premises on Evington Road and the negative impact of late-night noise, smells, and litter on residents in the densely populated Victorian terraced housing. Concerns were also raised about crime and disorder in the area, including fights, stabbings, and a drive-by shooting, and the intimidating nature of groups gathering on street corners.

Leicestershire Police submitted a representation that did not seek a refusal of the application, as an agreement had been reached with the applicant. This agreement included conditions such as the installation of CCTV covering all public areas, with recordings retained for 28 days and made available to the police. An incident log was to be maintained, and the maximum occupancy of the premises was to be limited to 18 persons. The police also stipulated that any concerns regarding vulnerable children would be recorded and reported. The full details of the application and representations can be found in the Report, Appendix A Application, Appendix B1 - Rep member of public, Appendix B2 - Rep member of public, and Appendix B3 - Police RepAgreement.

Application for a Review of an Existing Premises Licence - Local Mini Market

The Sub-Committee was also scheduled to consider an application for a review of the existing premises licence for Local Mini Market, located at 51a Upperton Road, Leicester. The review was initiated by Leicestershire Police on the grounds of the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, prevention of public nuisance, and protection of children from harm.

Leicestershire Police expressed concerns that the management of the premises were failing to promote the licensing objectives, citing multiple breaches of licence conditions and the discovery of illicit goods. The current licence permits the supply of alcohol and opening hours from Monday to Sunday, 08:00 to 23:00. No representations were received from other parties regarding this review. The details of the review application and the existing licence can be found in the Report, Appendix A Application, Appendix B, and Appendix C.

Minutes of Previous Meetings

The Sub-Committee was scheduled to confirm the minutes of its previous meetings held on 4 March 2026 and 19 March 2026. The minutes of the 4 March meeting detail the transfer of a premises licence for Dog House, 58-64 Braunstone Gate, Leicester, to SC PUBCO Ltd. The minutes of the 19 March meeting outline the decision to grant a new premises licence for The Foresters Arms, 17 Frog Island, Leicester, subject to conditions. These minutes are available in the Minutes 04032026_Licensing Hearings Sub-Committee and Minutes 19032026_Licensing Hearings Sub-Committee.