The Kensington and Chelsea Licensing Sub-Committee met to consider an objection from Environmental Health to a temporary event notice (TEN) application by Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott to sell alcohol, slushies and candy floss from a stall outside Flat 5, Arthur Court, 40 Silchester Road, during the Notting Hill Carnival in August 2025. The committee decided not to issue a counter notice, meaning the event could proceed as planned. They clarified that the application was for off-premises sales, and that the stated capacity of four people referred to staff members only.

Temporary Event Notice Application - 40 Silchester Road

The sub-committee considered a report regarding a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) application submitted by Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott for a stall outside Flat 5, Arthur Court, 40 Silchester Road, W10 6SS, during the Notting Hill Carnival on 24 and 25 August 2025. The notice requested permission for the sale of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises between midday and 7pm on both days.

Objections

The application received an objection from Julian Trill, Team Manager of the Environmental Health Noise and Nuisance team, based on concerns regarding public safety and the prevention of public nuisance. Mr Julian Trill cited a lack of specific information in the risk assessment concerning stall dimensions, location on the pavement, and measures to maintain public safety. He also raised concerns about potential noise nuisance from background music drawing crowds to the stall, which is located outside the main Carnival footprint.

Applicant's Submission

Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott addressed the committee, clarifying several points and providing additional information. She stated that she had sent additional documentation to Mr Julian Trill and licensing authorities, detailing the dimensions of the stall and addressing concerns raised. She also mentioned having spoken to a police officer who had said she was allowed a speaker, as long as the volume was reasonable. Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott explained that the stall would be located against a wall, with barriers around it, and that police presence in the area due to the Grenfell memorial would provide additional security. She confirmed that she would only be selling alcohol in cans, not glass, to minimise safety risks.

Committee Questions and Discussion

Councillors questioned Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott on various aspects of her application, including:

• Capacity: Councillor Marie-Therese Rossi asked about the stated capacity of four people, and Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott clarified that this referred to the number of staff members, not customers.
• Barriers: Councillor Marie-Therese Rossi asked about the barriers, and Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott clarified that they would be around the stall.
• Sound System: Councillor Abdullahi Noor asked about the sound system, and Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott confirmed it would be a speaker.
• Experience: Councillor Janet Evans, Chair of the Licensing Sub-Committee, asked about Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott's experience with events, and she cited experience with weddings and parties.
• Sourcing Electricity: Councillor Janet Evans asked about the source of electricity, and Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott stated it would be from a car in the car park.
• ID Checks: Councillor Janet Evans asked how IDs would be checked for age verification, and Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott said she would check whatever ID people had.
• Underage Sales and Spiking: Councillor Janet Evans raised concerns about underage sales and drink spiking, and Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott assured her that she would be vigilant in preventing these.

Environmental Health's Response

Mr Julian Trill acknowledged receiving additional information from Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott, which addressed many of his initial concerns. He reiterated his concern about the location being away from the main Carnival area and Council officers, making it harder to monitor. He emphasised the importance of maintaining appropriate noise levels and preventing obstruction of the pavement. Mr Julian Trill stated that the size of the speaker was a concern, and that he had initially thought it would be smaller.

Legal Officer Clarification

The legal officer, Lindsay LeMassurier, clarified the definition of premises in the context of the application, explaining that it referred to the stall area, not Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott's flat. She also clarified the meaning of on and off sales, explaining that on sales referred to drinks sold to be consumed at the stall, while off sales referred to drinks purchased to be taken away.

Decision

The committee decided to allow the event to proceed, taking into account the individual circumstances of the case and the licensing objectives related to the prevention of public nuisance and ensuring public safety. Councillor Janet Evans wished Ms Monique Walsh-Jemmott a very safe carnival. The licensing policy outlines the council's approach to licensing during the Notting Hill Carnival, including a preference for TENs to be submitted well in advance and specific considerations for events within the Carnival footprint¹.