The Licensing Sub-Committee of Southwark Council is scheduled to meet on Thursday 29 October 2026 to consider an application for a premises licence for Rest Up Hostel London. The meeting will also address any apologies, confirm voting members, and discuss any urgent items or declarations of interest.

Licensing Act 2003: Rest Up Hostel London, 172 New Kent Road, London SE1 4YT

A significant item on the agenda is the consideration of an application for a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003¹ for Rest Up Hostel London, located at 172 New Kent Road, London SE1 4YT. The application has been made by Airtree Limited and is subject to outstanding representations from one other person.

The report pack details that the application seeks to allow for the sale of alcohol and the provision of recorded music. The proposed hours for the sale of alcohol are Monday to Thursday from 11:00 to 23:00, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 to 23:30, and Sunday from 12:00 to 22:30. The hostel's opening hours are proposed to mirror these times.

Representations were received from the Licensing Authority and Trading Standards, raising concerns regarding the prevention of crime and disorder, public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. However, these representations have since been withdrawn following agreements made with the applicant. The Metropolitan Police also made an agreement regarding conditions to be placed on the licence.

One outstanding representation remains from a local resident, who has cited concerns about existing noise issues, rubbish from the premises, and the potential for the sale of alcohol to underage persons.

The report pack outlines the council's Statement of Licensing Policy 2026 to 2031², which guides the sub-committee's decision-making process. This policy reinforces the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder, the promotion of public safety, the prevention of nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. The sub-committee will need to consider these objectives, along with the guidance issued under Section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003³ and the National Licensing Policy Framework for the hospitality and leisure sectors.

The report also touches upon climate change implications, noting that while not a legal factor in licensing decisions, members can request agreements from applicants to promote the reduction of climate change impacts.

The sub-committee will be making its determination based on the evidence presented and in accordance with the principles set out in the Licensing Act 2003.