The Licensing Sub-Committee granted a premises licence for The Qube, located at Commercial Unit 4 Rodney Place, 22 Ash Avenue, London SE17 1HE. However, the application for a premises licence for ANL Private Hall, at 73-75 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0EZ, was refused.

The Qube Premises Licence Granted

The Licensing Sub-Committee granted a premises licence to Qube (South) Limited for The Qube, Commercial Unit 4 Rodney Place, 22 Ash Avenue, London SE17 1HE. The licence permits the sale of alcohol (on and off-sales) from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM Sunday to Thursday, and 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Late night refreshment will be available from 11:00 PM to 12:00 AM Sunday to Thursday, and 11:00 PM to 1:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Regulated entertainment, including films, live, and recorded music, will be permitted from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM Sunday to Thursday, and 8:00 AM to 1:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. The premises will be open to the public during these hours.

The decision was made after considering representations from the Licensing Unit and one resident concerned about potential noise nuisance. The applicant, Qube (South) Limited, had engaged in conciliation with the Licensing Unit and agreed to a number of conditions. The applicant's representative highlighted that The Qube is a workspace and members' area for musicians and content creators, offering studio time, podcasting facilities, and professional development. They emphasised the business's commitment to soundproofing, with acoustic reports and recommended works undertaken to prevent noise breakout. The applicant also noted that the requested hours aligned with Southwark's Statement of Licensing Policy for a major town centre location and that the business primarily focused on cultural activities, with alcohol sales being secondary. The sub-committee was impressed with the applicant's presentation and the measures taken to mitigate noise, concluding that the objections could be allayed.

The granted licence includes mandatory conditions, conditions from the operating schedule, and specific conditions agreed upon during conciliation. These include requirements for staff training, ongoing risk assessments for SIA registered door supervisors, a maximum accommodation limit of 180 people, clear signage for emergency exits, maintenance of first aid facilities, and an accident book. Conditions for the prevention of public nuisance include a dispersal policy, restrictions on customers leaving with open drinks, management of amplification equipment, regular litter clearance, provision of external cigarette butt containers, and keeping external doors and openable windows closed during regulated entertainment.

ANL Private Hall Premises Licence Refused

The application for a premises licence for ANL Private Hall, 73-75 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0EZ, made by Lisseth Magda Aguilera Rojas, was refused by the Licensing Sub-Committee. The application was for a premises licence to operate as a restaurant, with proposed hours for alcohol sales from 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM Monday to Sunday, and regulated entertainment (plays, live and recorded music, and dance) from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM Monday to Sunday.

The decision followed representations from the Metropolitan Police Service, the council's Trading Standards team, and the Environmental Protection Team, as well as seven other persons. The police initially objected due to excessive hours and lack of detail in the operating schedule, but withdrew their objection after the applicant agreed to reduced hours and additional conditions. Trading Standards sought conditions to protect children from harm, and the Environmental Protection Team requested a noise impact assessment due to concerns about noise nuisance and the premises' proximity to residential properties. Residents also raised concerns about potential noise, disorder, and the impact on the residential nature of the area, citing issues with previous late-night venues in the vicinity.

During the hearing, inconsistencies and a lack of clarity emerged regarding the premises' intended use, with the applicant initially describing it as a space for parties and events, then as a restaurant, and later suggesting her 15-year-old son would be involved in its operation. The sub-committee noted that the submitted plans were inaccurate and did not reflect the applicant's description of the premises, which included a single bathroom with a shower and toilet, and no clear indication of tables, chairs, a bar, or a dance floor. Further concerns were raised about the lack of a professional noise assessment and ventilation information, and uncertainty about whether residential accommodation existed above the premises. The sub-committee concluded that the applicant had not provided sufficient information or assurances regarding sound attenuation, ventilation, and the accurate representation of the premises, leading to the refusal of the licence. The sub-committee recommended that the applicant undertake refresher training on the Licensing Act 2003 before submitting any future applications.