The Licensing Sub Committee is scheduled to consider applications for new premises licences and variations to existing licences. The meeting will also address the rules of procedure for the committee.

Application for a New Premises Licence for 5 Akhis Whitechapel

The committee is scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for 5 Akhis Whitechapel, located at 42 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1JX. The application seeks authorisation for the provision of late-night refreshments indoors from 11:00 to 02:00 hours daily, with the premises open to the public during the same hours.

Representations have been received from the Licensing Authority and Environmental Protection, raising concerns primarily related to the prevention of public nuisance and the premises' location within the Brick Lane Cumulative Impact Zone (CIA). The applicant has proposed conditions to address these concerns, including the installation of CCTV, staff training, and prominent signage asking patrons to leave quietly. The Licensing Authority's representation highlights that the proposed hours extend significantly beyond the council's framework hours and that the operating schedule lacks specific details on dispersal arrangements and noise management.

Application for a New Premises Licence for Kong is Kong

An application for a new premises licence for Kong is Kong, located at 14 Norton Folgate, London, E1 6DB, is also scheduled for consideration. The applicant seeks authorisation for the sale of alcohol for both on and off-premises consumption from 08:00 to 23:00 hours Monday to Saturday, and 08:00 to 22:30 hours on Sundays. The premises would be open to the public from 08:00 to 23:30 hours Monday to Saturday, and 08:00 to 23:00 hours on Sundays.

Representations have been lodged by the Licensing Authority, Environmental Protection, and local residents, James McNeil and Caroline Conaty. Key concerns include the potential for noise breakout, anti-social behaviour, disturbance from customers and deliveries, and the premises' location within the Brick Lane CIA. The Licensing Authority's representation notes that the proposed hours are within framework hours but expresses concern about the addition of another premises in an already saturated area, potentially undermining licensing objectives. Environmental Protection has specifically requested that external doors be kept closed after 21:00 hours and that outside tables and chairs be rendered unusable by 21:00 hours. Caroline Conaty, representing Batty Langley's hotel, has raised concerns about late-night trading impacting hotel guests and the potential for noise and litter from deliveries and patrons.

The applicant has proposed conditions including waiter/waitress service for seated customers in most areas, CCTV, an incident log, and restrictions on deliveries and waste collection times.

Rules of Procedure

The committee is scheduled to note the rules of procedure that will govern its hearings. These rules outline the process for conducting hearings under the Licensing Act 2003, including the composition of the sub-committee, public access, and the procedure for presenting applications, representations, and making decisions. The rules also detail how cross-examination will be handled and the process for the sub-committee to consider its decision in private.

Minutes of Previous Meetings

The minutes of the Licensing Sub-Committee meetings held on 22 January 2026 and 5 February 2026 are scheduled for confirmation as a correct record. These minutes detail decisions made regarding various premises licence applications, including variations for The Widow's Son and Mario's Pizza, and new licences for Istituto Marangoni Cafeteria and Jackpot Slots.

Extension of Decision Deadline

The committee may be requested to extend decision deadlines for applications due to the volume of cases requiring hearings. Details of any such requests will be provided at the meeting.