The Alcohol and Entertainment Licensing Sub-Committee of Brent Council was scheduled to discuss an application for the review of a premises licence for Venue 295, located at 295 Neasden Lane, NW10 1QR. This review was initiated by the Metropolitan Police.

Application for Review of Premises Licence at Venue 295

The primary item scheduled for discussion was an application for the review of the premises licence for Venue 295, 295 Neasden Lane, NW10 1QR, submitted by the Metropolitan Police. The grounds for this review were stated as the prevention of crime and disorder.

The report pack indicated that the Metropolitan Police sought the revocation of the premises licence due to alleged persistent and serious management failures, repeated breaches of the Licensing Act 2003, and the continued unauthorised operation of licensable activities. The police's concerns stemmed from a series of visits and correspondence, including formal written warning letters issued in January 2026.

Specific issues raised by the Metropolitan Police included:

• Unauthorised Sale of Alcohol: Allegations of alcohol being sold on 31 December 2025 and 17 January 2026, despite there being no valid Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) in place at the time. These incidents were cited as potential offences under Sections 136 and 137 of the Licensing Act 2003.
• Failure to Notify Change of Registered Address: The Licensing Authority was reportedly not notified of a change in the registered office address of the premises licence holder, Destiny62 Limited, which constitutes an offence under Section 33 of the Licensing Act 2003.

The report also detailed a meeting held on 22 January 2026 between officers from the Metropolitan Police, representatives from the Licensing Authority, and an individual named Mr. Haydar Tunc. During this meeting, Mr. Tunc reportedly confirmed he had previously operated the business and subsequently sub-leased the premises to two individuals without a formal written agreement. Destiny62 Limited remained the premises licence holder, and Mr. Tunc was the DPS until October 2025. The report indicated that the business was then managed by an individual named Ms. Meriem Harchi, with Mr. Tunc stating he had no involvement in the day-to-day operations.

The Metropolitan Police concluded that these circumstances demonstrated a fundamental breakdown in management and responsibility, presenting a significant risk to the licensing objectives, particularly the prevention of crime and disorder. They therefore requested the Licensing Sub-Committee give serious consideration to the revocation of the premises licence.

The report pack also included documentation related to a transfer application for the premises licence to Ms. Meriem Harchi and an application to vary the premises licence to specify Ms. Harchi as the Designated Premises Supervisor. A representation from an interested party was also included, raising concerns about the integrity of the licensing process and the suitability of individuals seeking control of the premises, particularly in relation to alleged improper pressure to obtain consent for the transfer.

The Licensing Act 2003¹ governs the licensing of premises that sell alcohol, provide regulated entertainment, or offer late-night refreshment. The Licensing Act 2003 outlines the framework for licensing authorities to grant, review, and revoke premises licences, with the aim of promoting the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm.