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David Butler, Licensing Officer at the London Borough of Hillingdon, introduced the report and photographs relating to the application for the grant of a new premises licence in respect of Pepe’s Piri Piri, 23 Station Road, West Drayton, UB77BT. An application was made for the provision of late-night refreshment Monday to Sunday from 23.00 hours to 02:00 hours. The opening times sought were Monday to Sunday from 11:00 to 02:00 hours.

A chronological background of events was presented to the Committee. An application was submitted on 11 August 2025 and sent out for consultation on the same day. Officers visited the venue on 12 August 2025 and the application was advertised in the newspaper on 20 August 2025. A site plan and street map were included in the agenda pack.

During the consultation period, one objection was received from an interested party, a local resident, who raised concerns about a potential increase in anti-social behaviour, the safety of their family, noise nuisance and intoxication. The premises in question was not authorised to sell or supply alcohol. No other objections were received from residents or responsible authorities. Mediation was offered.

The Sub-Committee was invited to determine the application, considering all submissions both verbal and written.

APPLICANT

Mr Asif Addan, the applicant and Ms Maninder Kaur, the applicant’s representative, addressed the Sub-Committee.

The Sub-Committee was informed that the premises did not sell alcohol and therefore typical alcohol-related nuisance risks did not apply. The applicant brought five years of experience in successfully running similar businesses, which had grown in response to local community demand. The premises had been operating since August 2025 without any complaints or adverse impact and no objections had been raised by responsible authorities. This was presented as evidence of responsible management.

In response to the objection received, it was noted that there was no evidence to suggest an increase in anti-social behaviour. It was emphasised that decisions should be evidence-based rather than assumption-led. Measures in place included a staff training manual, display notices, CCTV footage, and an incident book. The absence of representations from responsible authorities was cited as further reassurance of the applicant’s capability to manage the premises appropriately.

To prevent public nuisance, the applicant agreed to use low-noise vehicles for deliveries. Two parking bays outside the premises provided convenient pick-up options, helping to prevent noise build-up. Staff were trained in food safety, customer service and late-night safety awareness. The operating hours were consistent with other local premises and granting the application would avoid creating an early cut-off in the area. It was reiterated that no objections had been received from any responsible authorities.

It was submitted that the applicant’s operating schedule and additional safeguards to minimise risk and offer reassurance. The Sub-Committee was respectfully asked to grant the application.

During Member questions, the applicant explained that operating hours were based on local demand. Measures to encourage quiet departures included signage, staff training and active monitoring to prevent loitering. All staff would be trained accordingly.

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