The Alcohol & Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee of West Northamptonshire Council convened on Tuesday 18 June 2024 to discuss the licensing conditions for Nasz Sklep, a convenience store located at 10 Alexandra Terrace, Northampton. The committee decided to impose specific conditions on the store's premises licence to address concerns raised by local residents and authorities.

Licensing Conditions for Nasz Sklep

The primary focus of the meeting was the review of the premises licence for Nasz Sklep. The committee examined the Committee Report - Nasz Sklep and discussed the proposed conditions aimed at mitigating issues related to public nuisance and crime.

Local residents had raised concerns about anti-social behaviour and noise disturbances linked to the store. The committee considered these complaints alongside the store's Original Request for Adjournment and the Agreed Conditions between the store and local authorities.

Councillors debated the necessity of each condition, with some arguing that stringent measures were essential to maintain public order. One councillor stated, The imposition of these conditions is crucial to ensure that the store operates in a manner that is respectful to the local community ¹. Others expressed concerns about the potential impact on the store's business operations.

Decision on Premises Licence Conditions

After thorough deliberation, the committee decided to impose the following conditions on Nasz Sklep's premises licence:

1. Installation of CCTV cameras covering both the interior and exterior of the store.
2. Implementation of a strict no-alcohol policy after 10 PM.
3. Employment of a security guard during peak hours to deter anti-social behaviour.
4. Regular liaison meetings between the store management and local residents to address ongoing concerns.

These conditions were deemed necessary to balance the store's operational needs with the community's safety and well-being.

Relevant Extracts from S182 Guidance

The committee also referred to the Relevant extracts from S182 Guidance, which provides statutory guidance on the Licensing Act 2003. This guidance was instrumental in shaping the committee's decision-making process, ensuring that the imposed conditions were both fair and legally sound.

For more details, you can refer to the Printed minutes 18th-Jun-2024 12.00 Alcohol Gambling Licensing Sub-Committee.