The Licensing Sub-Committee D met on Tuesday 3 February 2026 to consider applications for premises licences and variations to existing licences. The committee was scheduled to discuss applications for DNA Bistro and The Baths, as well as Temporary Event Notices.

Application for a Premises Licence: DNA Bistro, 101 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2PB

The committee was scheduled to consider an application for a premises licence for DNA Bistro, located at 101 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2PB. The application sought authorisation for various licensable activities, including the provision of plays, films, live and recorded music, performances of dance, late-night refreshment, and the supply of alcohol. The proposed hours for these activities extended beyond the council's core hours policy¹.

Representations were received from the Environmental Health Authority (Environmental Protection), the Metropolitan Police, the Licensing Authority, and local residents. The Environmental Protection team raised concerns about the potential for public nuisance due to the proximity of the premises to residential properties and the proposed extended hours for regulated entertainment. They recommended that the applicant appoint a qualified acoustic consultant to conduct a survey and propose noise mitigation measures.

The Metropolitan Police also submitted representations, primarily on the grounds of the prevention of crime and disorder and the prevention of public nuisance. They noted that the premises is located in the Dalston Special Policy Area² and expressed reservations about the extended hours, particularly during weekdays, while being more agreeable to extensions on weekends. They requested a reduction in hours and appropriate conditions, including a robust dispersal policy.

The Licensing Authority highlighted that the requested hours exceeded the core hours policy and could put licensing objectives at risk, especially concerning the prevention of public nuisance. They questioned the applicant's proposed mitigation measures for noise and requested clarification on event booking procedures and off-sales.

The applicant proposed several conditions to address these concerns, including a maximum capacity of 30 persons, the use of a sound-limiting device, and a comprehensive CCTV system. They also proposed conditions related to waste management, staff training, and a dispersal policy.

Variation to a Premises Licence: The Baths, 80 Eastway, E9 5JH

The committee was scheduled to consider a variation to the premises licence for The Baths, located at 80 Eastway, E9 5JH. The application sought to extend the permitted hours for licensable activities. Specifically, the proposal was to extend weekday hours (Monday to Thursday) from 23:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday hours from 00:00 to 04:00, and Sunday hours from 22:30 to 00:00. Additionally, the application requested non-standard hours for New Year's Day from 00:00 to 04:00 and the inclusion of off-sales, except after 23:00.

The applicant stated that the variation was sought to generate additional revenue to sustain community arts and wellbeing programmes and to reduce administrative burdens. They emphasised that the full extent of the extended hours would not be used regularly and that the venue hosts daytime activities for all ages.

Representations were received from the Environmental Protection team, the Metropolitan Police, and local residents. The Environmental Protection team raised concerns about the proposed late hours in a residential area, citing previous complaints about loud music and patrons dispersing in the early hours. They recommended reduced hours and proposed additional noise conditions, including the appointment of an acoustic consultant and the use of a sound-limiting device.

The Metropolitan Police expressed reservations about the extremely late hours requested for a residential area, noting past noise complaints. They suggested that the supply of alcohol should cease 30 minutes before the premises closes to allow for drinking up time and requested a robust dispersal policy to address concerns about crowds blocking roads.

Local residents also submitted representations opposing the application, citing conflicts with licensing objectives and Hackney's Licensing Policy. Concerns were raised about potential public nuisance from customers dispersing late at night and disruption to children's sleep.

The applicant's operating schedule outlined proposed conditions related to security, CCTV, alcohol management, and dispersal, aiming to promote all four licensing objectives.

Temporary Event Notices - Standing Item

The committee was scheduled to consider Temporary Event Notices (TENs) as a standing item. The report pack indicated that two TENs were to be discussed: one for The Kings Land, 267 Kingsland Road, London, E2 8AS, and two for Perfect Fashion, 140-142 Kingsland High Street, E8 2NS.

For The Kings Land, the TEN was for the period of 24-25 September 2022. The Police had raised concerns about late-night venues and potential anti-social behaviour. The premises user proposed several conditions, including CCTV, SIA security, and a dispersal policy.

For Perfect Fashion, there were two TENs covering 23-25 September 2022 and 30 September to 2 October 2022. The Police objected on the grounds of crime and disorder, public safety, and prevention of public nuisance, highlighting that the premises user had failed to comply with existing licence conditions and did not understand licensing legislation.