Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 16, 2024

Purpose: A review of the consultation on the cumulative impact assessment for licensed premises within Brick Lane and Bethnal Green.

Content: DECISION   1.    Retain the Brick Lane CIA (Cumulative Impact Assessments), and expand it to its southeastern edge.   2.    Remove the Bethnal Green CIA (Cumulative Impact Assessments).   3.    Agree the CIA Policy Statement, which has been reviewed in light of the consultation. The Policy Statement can be found in Appendix One to the report.   4.    Note paragraph 9.11 of the Policy, which states if there are no representations, the Council must grant the application in terms that  are consistent with the operating schedule submitted, in line with the Council’s delegated authority.”   5.    Note that the proposed Cumulative Impact Assessment, as part of the Statement of Licensing Policy will take effect from 20th November 2024 until 20th November 2027. The existing Cumulative Impact Policy, which is contained in Appendix 5 of the Statement of Licensing Policy will be rescinded on the 18th November 2024.   Action by CORPORATE DIRECTOR COMMUNITIES (S. BAXTER) Service Manager, Regulatory Services (T. Lewis)