The Licensing Sub Committee of Haringey Council was scheduled to consider applications for new premises licences for two venues: Radial, Unit 1 39B, Markfield Road, Tottenham, and Stadium Lounge, Restaurant & Wine Bar Ltd, 783 High Road, Tottenham. The meeting's agenda also included standard procedural items.

Application for a New Premises Licence at Radial, Unit 1 39B, Markfield Road, Tottenham

The committee was scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Radial, located at Unit 1, 39b, Markfield Road, Tottenham, N15 4QT. The application, submitted by Ten87 Studios Ltd, sought to permit regulated entertainment (live and recorded music) from 12:00 to 01:30 daily, with non-standard timings for New Year's Eve extending to 06:00 on New Year's Day. Late night refreshment was requested from 09:00 to 01:30 daily, also with extended New Year's Eve hours. The sale of alcohol was requested from 12:00 to 02:00 on Sundays to Wednesdays, and 12:00 to 04:00 on Thursdays to Saturdays, with non-standard timings for New Year's Eve extending to 05:30 on New Year's Day. The premises would be open to the public from 08:00 to 02:00 on Sundays to Wednesdays, and 08:00 to 04:00 on Thursdays to Saturdays.

Representations were received from the Metropolitan Police, the Noise Team, and Public Health. The Metropolitan Police raised concerns regarding the proposed late hours and the venue's operation as a nightclub, noting that the applicant, Robert Burn, had no previous experience running a licensed premises. They also highlighted concerns about potential public nuisance and crime and disorder, particularly given the area's residential nature and previous issues with drug offences and violence. The Police suggested reduced operating hours and additional conditions. Public Health requested that the applicant ensure staff are trained in naloxone use and overdose prevention and to store naloxone kits on the premises. A number of public representations were also received, with some supporting the application based on the applicant's track record and the potential community benefit, while others raised concerns about historical noise issues and disruption.

The report pack outlined the licensing policy and the powers of the Licensing Authority, emphasizing that decisions must be appropriate and proportionate to promote the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm.

Application for a New Premises Licence at Stadium Lounge, Restaurant & Wine Bar Ltd, 783 High Road, Tottenham

The committee was also scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Stadium Lounge, Restaurant & Wine Bar Ltd, located at 783 High Road, Tottenham, N17 8AH. The application, submitted by Stadium Lounge Restaurant & Wine Bar Ltd, sought to permit recorded music from 09:00 to 23:00 on Sundays to Tuesdays, 09:00 to 00:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 09:00 to 02:30 on Fridays and Saturdays. Late night refreshment was requested from 23:00 to 00:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 23:00 to 02:30 on Fridays and Saturdays. The sale of alcohol was requested from 09:00 to 23:00 on Sundays to Tuesdays, 09:00 to 00:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 09:00 to 02:30 on Fridays and Saturdays, for consumption on the premises. Extended hours were requested for New Year's Eve, Christmas Eve, and Boxing Day. The premises would be open to the public from 09:00 to 23:30 on Sundays to Tuesdays, 09:00 to 00:30 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 09:00 to 03:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.

Representations were received from the Metropolitan Police and the Noise and Nuisance Team. The Police expressed concerns about potential public nuisance and crime and disorder due to extended hours, noting the proximity of residential properties above the premises and the area's designation under special measures due to anti-social behaviour. They suggested reduced operating hours and additional conditions, including specific measures for football match days at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Noise and Nuisance Team also requested conditions related to operating hours and match days, citing previous reports of loud music and action taken against the premises. The report pack noted that the premises currently holds a premises licence with earlier operating hours.

The committee was to consider the application in light of the Licensing Act 2003 and the council's Statement of Licensing Policy.

The meeting was scheduled to be held via Microsoft Teams.