Decision Maker: Licensing Sub Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 8, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Decision   We have carefully considered the application for a new premises licence at Forever Food and Wine, Unit 4, 7-8 Harold Place, Hastings. We have taken into account the representations made by Sussex Police, the Licensing Authority, and the interested person as well as the submissions and documents presented by the applicant and Mr Patel. Our decision is guided by the Licensing Act 2003, s182 guidance, the Council’s Statement of Licensing Policy, the Public Sector Equality Duty, the Human Rights Act 1998, and the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.   Our decision is to refuse the application.     Any party can appeal against this decision within 21 days of receipt of the written decision.