The Licensing Sub-Committee of Southwark Council met on Thursday 13 June 2024 to discuss licensing applications for The Qube at 22 Ash Avenue and ANL Private Hall at 73-75 Camberwell Road. The committee approved the application for The Qube with conditions, while the application for ANL Private Hall was deferred for further review.

The Qube Licensing Application

The committee reviewed the licensing application for The Qube, located at 22 Ash Avenue, London SE17 1HE. The application sought permission to serve alcohol and provide entertainment. Concerns were raised by local residents about potential noise and anti-social behaviour. A representation from a local resident, included in Appendix C, highlighted issues such as increased noise levels late at night and disruption to the community.

Councillors discussed these concerns and decided to approve the application with specific conditions to mitigate the impact on the local community. These conditions included restricted operating hours and enhanced soundproofing measures. One councillor noted, We must balance the needs of the business with the rights of residents to a peaceful environment.

ANL Private Hall Licensing Application

The application for ANL Private Hall, located at 73-75 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0EZ, was also discussed. The hall sought a licence to host private events with alcohol and entertainment. The police raised concerns about the potential for disorderly conduct, as detailed in Appendix D. They suggested additional security measures and a more detailed event management plan.

Local residents also submitted representations, found in Appendix C, expressing worries about noise and safety. One resident stated, The area already suffers from late-night disturbances, and this licence could exacerbate the problem.

Given the significant concerns, the committee decided to defer the decision on this application. They requested further information from the applicant, including a revised security plan and additional community consultations. A councillor remarked, We need to ensure that all potential issues are addressed before granting this licence.

For more details, the full public reports pack and agenda frontsheet are available online.