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Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 8 July 2026 - 1.30 pm
July 8, 2026 at 1:30 pm Licensing Sub-Committee View on council websiteSummary
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The Licensing Sub-Committee of Enfield Council met on Wednesday 8 July 2026 to consider applications for new premises licences and variations to existing licences. The meeting focused on applications for Dan's Bar, Ordnance Supermarket, and Moon Lounge, as well as a variation to the licence for Churchfields Recreation Ground.
Dan's Bar, 84 Aldermans Hill, London, N13 4PP
The committee was scheduled to discuss an application for a new premises licence for Dan's Bar, located at 84 Aldermans Hill, London, N13 4PP. The application, submitted by Mr Klajdi Sala, proposed opening hours from 6:00 to 00:00 daily, with alcohol sales from 11:00 to 23:00. The premises is situated within the Palmers Green Cumulative Impact Zone (CIZ), an area identified as experiencing issues related to crime, disorder, and public nuisance due to a high concentration of licensed premises.
Representations were received from 11 Other Parties
(OP1-OP11), including Councillor Doug Taylor, who objected to the application on the grounds that it would undermine the licensing objectives and exacerbate existing problems within the CIZ. Concerns raised included increased anti-social behaviour, noise, late-night disturbance, parking issues, and intimidating congregations of customers. The report pack detailed a comprehensive list of proposed conditions agreed between Licensing Enforcement and the applicant, covering aspects such as smoking controls, litter management, noise mitigation, staff training, CCTV, and measures to promote women's safety.
Ordnance Supermarket, 115 Ordnance Road, Enfield, EN3 6AF
The meeting was scheduled to consider a review application for Ordnance Supermarket. The report pack indicated that the Licensing Authority had brought this review due to concerns that the premises was operating in a manner that undermined all four licensing objectives. The scale of non-compliance, seriousness of criminality, and repeated pattern of behaviour had led the Licensing Authority to seek revocation of the premises licence. Specific concerns included the discovery of illicit goods such as cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco, and prescription medication, as well as contradictions in statements made by individuals associated with the premises. The report also detailed a history of compliance concerns and previous reviews dating back to 2017.
Moon Lounge, Unit C7B, Angel Road Works, Advent Way, London, N18 3BH
A new premises licence application for Moon Lounge was scheduled for discussion. The proposed operation was for a late-night bar and lounge operating until 3:30 am on Fridays and Saturdays within an industrial estate. The application had attracted objections from the Police, the Licensing Authority, and two neighbouring commercial operators, all citing concerns related to the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, and the prevention of public nuisance. The report highlighted that the premises was located in an area with existing high crime levels and that introducing a late-night venue could increase cumulative impact. Concerns were also raised about the suitability of the location, inadequate security and dispersal plans, and the applicant's preparedness to manage risks associated with a late-night venue.
Churchfields Recreation Ground, Great Cambridge Road, London, N9 9LE
The committee was also scheduled to consider a variation to an existing premises licence for the British Alevi Federation at Churchfields Recreation Ground. The application sought to extend indoor sporting events by one hour earlier, add the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises, and amend the premises plan. While the Police and Licensing Authority had initially made representations, these were withdrawn after agreements were reached on conditions and alcohol sale hours. However, representations were received from 13 local residents objecting to the application, primarily on the grounds of preventing public nuisance, public safety, and the protection of children from harm, citing the proximity of schools and nurseries. The report indicated that the applicant had provided written representations responding to these concerns and had submitted an updated plan reflecting a reduced building footprint. A key point of discussion was the applicant's intention regarding the sale of alcohol, with representatives clarifying their position on serving alcohol at specific events and the need for a licence to do so, even if not for commercial sale.
The meeting also included minutes from previous Licensing Sub-Committee meetings held on 25 March, 27 March, and 15 April 2026. These minutes covered discussions and decisions regarding applications for Mezopoly, Ordnance Supermarket, House of Gaffe Ltd, and Moon Lounge.
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