The Licensing Sub-Committee of Kensington and Chelsea Council met on Monday 24 August 2026 to consider a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) for Flat B, 236 Ladbroke Grove. The committee decided to issue a counter notice, refusing the TEN, on the grounds that it would undermine the prevention of crime and disorder and public safety licensing objectives.

Temporary Event Notice for Flat B, 236 Ladbroke Grove

The Licensing Sub-Committee considered a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) submitted by Miss Omotomike Onanuga-Yoosuf for Flat B, 236 Ladbroke Grove, London, W10 5LT. The notice sought permission to sell alcohol both on and off the premises on Saturday, 30 August, and Monday, 31 August 2026, between 12 noon and 7 p.m. each day, with a maximum capacity of six persons.

The Metropolitan Police lodged an objection to the TEN, citing concerns regarding the prevention of crime and disorder and public safety. PC Mark Perry, representing the police, explained that the premises are located on the parade route for Notting Hill Carnival, a highly congested area expected to attract hundreds of thousands of people. He argued that any alcohol sales from the premises, particularly from the steps or doorway, would create a choke point and increase the risk of crushing incidents and overcrowding. PC Perry highlighted the lack of a risk assessment or event management plan from the applicant, stating that there is no way that the applicant will be able to manage queues of people outside and not prevent a group building up, which will cause a blockage and increase the risk of a crushing incident or a crowd surge. He also raised concerns about people falling down the steps and the potential for disorder in such a crowded environment, noting that police resources might be stretched thin.

Councillor Natacha Tannous Ritchie questioned whether a detailed risk assessment and event management plan could have addressed the police's concerns, to which PC Perry responded that due to the sheer number of people and the location on the parade route, he did not believe anything the applicant could do would make the event safe. Councillor Ned Whitley also raised concerns about the potential for people to congregate on the steps, even if sales were intended to be internal, and the lack of plans for managing access to the property.

Following deliberation, the committee decided to issue a counter notice under section 105 of the Licensing Act 2003. The committee stated that allowing the TEN would undermine the licensing objectives of preventing crime and disorder and ensuring public safety. The full decision and reasons will be provided in writing.

The meeting was chaired by Councillor Greg Hammond, Chair of the Licensing Committee, with Councillor Natacha Tannous Ritchie and Councillor Ned Whitley also serving as decision-makers. Lindsay Le Missouria acted as legal advisor, and Fiona Johnson was the licensing officer. PC Mark Perry represented the Metropolitan Police. The applicant, Miss Omotomike Onanuga-Yoosuf, was not present at the hearing.

The full details of the Temporary Event Notice and the police objection can be found in the Public reports pack.