The Licensing Sub-Committee of Redbridge Council was scheduled to consider two Temporary Event Notices (TENs) for the premises BIMs, located at 376 Ilford Lane, Ilford. These notices requested an extension of hours for the sale of hot food and drinks during Ramadan. An objection was raised by the Community Protection Task Force due to concerns about public nuisance and public safety.

Application for Temporary Event Notices at BIMs

The meeting was scheduled to discuss two Temporary Event Notices (TENs) submitted by Karim Zigheche, represented by agent David Dadds of DADDS LLP, for the premises BIMs at 376 Ilford Lane, Ilford, IG1 2LZ.

The first TEN proposed licensable activities from Friday 20 February to Sunday 22 February 2026, between 00:01 and 05:00 hours, for the provision of late-night refreshment. This event was described as an extension of permitted hours for the sale of hot food and drinks, specifically excluding alcohol, to coincide with Ramadan.

The second TEN covered a longer period, from Wednesday 25 February to Monday 2 March 2026, also between 00:01 and 05:00 hours daily, for the provision of late-night refreshments. This notice also stated the event was for the sale of hot food and drinks (no alcohol) during Ramadan.

An objection notice was received from the Community Protection Task Force (CPTF), acting as Environmental Health (Noise). The CPTF raised concerns that the proposed extended hours could undermine the licensing objective of preventing public nuisance. Their objections highlighted the busy nature of Ilford Lane during late hours, an historical increase in noise and anti-social behaviour complaints, the proximity of residential properties, and potential parking issues. They also noted that the premises is located within the Cumulative Impact Zone (CIZ), where standard operating hours for restaurants are generally earlier than those requested.

The Sub-Committee was to consider the TENs, the objections received, and determine the matter. The report pack outlined potential recommendations, which included allowing the events to proceed as requested, allowing them with some or all of the existing premises licence conditions imposed, or issuing a counter notice to prevent the events.

The procedure for licensing hearings was also scheduled for discussion, outlining the steps for presenting cases by applicants and responsible authorities, followed by questioning and summing up before a decision is made in private.

The meeting was also to consider the Procedure for Licensing Hearings and Results of Appeals, though no specific details were provided for these items in the report pack.