The Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-Committee of Newham Council met on Monday 6 July 2026 to consider a new premises licence application for Tesco Unit 2, Hightail Point, Anthems Way, Stratford, E20 1JZ. The committee granted the licence with all proposed conditions, along with further specified conditions detailed in the decision letter.

New Premises Licence for Tesco Unit 2, Hightail Point, Anthems Way, Stratford

The committee considered an application for a new premises licence for Tesco Unit 2, Hightail Point, Anthems Way, Stratford, E20 1JZ, submitted by Tesco Stores Limited. The application sought permission for the supply of alcohol for off-premises consumption and late-night refreshment, with opening hours from 6 am to midnight, Monday to Sunday.

Two residents submitted representations against the application, raising concerns related to crime and disorder, public nuisance, the protection of children from harm, and public safety. The Council's Licensing Team and Commercial Environmental Health Team initially made representations but subsequently withdrew them after Tesco agreed to incorporate further conditions into the licence.

During the hearing, the committee discussed the proximity of the proposed store to local amenities, including a playground. While the licensing officer and the applicant's representatives used maps to illustrate the location, there was some discrepancy regarding the exact distance and presence of a playground near the store. The applicant, represented by Jeremy Bark from BCLP and Hardish Purewal, Tesco's Senior Licensing Manager, detailed the company's extensive policies and procedures for responsible alcohol retailing. These included a Think 25 policy, comprehensive staff training, CCTV systems, and a commitment to being a good neighbour.

The applicant explained that the late-night refreshment application was a quirk of the legislation related to hot drink vending machines, and they were agreeable to a condition limiting this activity to such machines. They also addressed concerns about deliveries, outlining that servicing hours were already restricted by planning consent to between 6 am and 10 am on weekdays and 8 am to 8 pm on Sundays.

After hearing all submissions, the Licensing Sub-Committee decided to grant the licence. The decision included all proposed conditions submitted by Tesco, along with additional conditions to be specified in the decision letter. The full written decision, including reasons, will be sent to the applicant within five working days. Any party wishing to appeal has 21 days from the date of the decision letter to do so at the Magistrates' Court.