The Licensing Sub-Committee granted a new premises licence for Judiya Enterprises, located at 70 Station Parade, Barking. This decision followed an agreement reached between the applicant and the Metropolitan Police, who had initially objected to the proposed extended hours.

Judiya Enterprises Premises Licence Application

The Sub-Committee granted a new premises licence to Judiya Enterprises, located at 70 Station Parade, Barking. The application, made by Gnanasegeram Moses Raijkumar, sought permission for the sale of alcohol from 7:00 am to 2:00 am seven days a week.

The Metropolitan Police had initially objected to the application, citing concerns that the proposed extended hours until 2:00 am would exacerbate existing issues with anti-social behaviour and crime in Barking town centre. PC Owen Dunn, representing the police, stated that the late hour was too late in night/morning, for an off-licence in this area and could contribute towards the already present Anti-Social-Behaviour (ASB) and crime. The police also noted previous concerns regarding the premises serving alcohol to known street drinkers and issues with a language barrier among staff. They requested that the licence not be extended beyond the current terminal hour of midnight.

However, subsequent discussions between the applicant's agent and the police led to an agreement. The police withdrew their representation, and the application was amended to reflect revised hours. The new licence permits the sale of alcohol from 7:00 am until midnight from Sunday to Thursday, and from 7:00 am until 2:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays. The opening hours of the premises will also reflect these amended times.

The Sub-Committee, chaired by Councillor Adegboyega Oluwole, considered the revised proposals and resolved to grant the amended application. The decision was made in accordance with the Licensing Act 2003, the Council's Statement of Licensing Policy, and statutory guidance. The agreed conditions for the licence include the operation of a CCTV system, adherence to the Challenge 25 scheme for age verification, and prominent notices requesting patrons to respect residents and leave the area quietly.