The Licensing Sub-Committee of Hillingdon Council met on Thursday 30 July 2026 to consider an application for the renewal of a street trading licence for Hayes Food Centre. The committee decided to grant the renewal of the licence for a 3-metre shop front display.

Application for Renewal of Street Trading Licence for Hayes Food Centre

The Licensing Sub-Committee considered an application from Mr Teyfik Cagin for the renewal of an existing street trading licence for Hayes Food Centre, located at 64-70 Coldharbour Lane, Hayes. The application sought to continue trading within the existing 3-metre licensed area, displaying fruit and vegetables, barbecues, coals, and bottled water.

The application had received an objection from the Council's Highways Team, who recommended a reduction in the trading area to a maximum of 2 metres. The Highways Team stated that a 2-metre frontage should be the standard maximum across the borough, only considered for more than that in rare occasions, such as in pedestrianised areas. They did not provide specific evidence of issues at this particular premises.

Mr Heval Sevhat, representing Mr Cagin, argued that there was insufficient evidence to justify reducing the trading area, highlighting that the 3-metre frontage had operated satisfactorily for years without complaints, accidents, or enforcement action. He stated that the current display complied with council guidance and maintained adequate pedestrian access. Mr Sevhat also noted that the premises was a family-run business and that reducing the trading area would negatively impact the range of goods displayed.

Mr David Brough, speaking on behalf of the Hayes Town Business Forum, supported the applicant's case. He emphasised the lack of evidence for the Highways objection and argued that decisions should be based on individual merits rather than a blanket policy. Mr Brough raised concerns that the proposed 2-metre limit appeared to be part of an unconsulted borough-wide approach. He also highlighted that the Hayes Food Centre's display was attractive and contributed positively to the town centre's vitality, and that reconfiguring the layout would be costly for the business.

The Licensing Officer confirmed that there had been no change to the Council's Street Trading Policy, but could not comment on behalf of Highways or Planning. Members expressed disappointment that a representative from the Highways Team was not present to answer questions regarding their objection.

The Sub-Committee decided to grant the renewal of the licence for the 3-metre shop front display. The reasons for this decision included the limited factual evidence provided in support of the Highways objection, the absence of a Highways representative to allow for questioning of their objection, and the evidence presented by the applicant regarding the satisfactory operation of the existing 3-metre display. The Sub-Committee found that there had been no complaints regarding the current display and no evidence of obstruction or nuisance. They were satisfied that the applicant understood their responsibilities and had operated in accordance with licence conditions.

The meeting was attended by Councillor Darran Davies (Chair of Licensing Committee), Councillor Kuldeep Lakhmana, and Councillor Kelly Martin (Chair, Registration & Appeals Committee). Mr Teyfik Cagin, the applicant, and Mr David Brough, representing the Hayes Town Business Forum, were also present.