Agenda and draft minutes

To receive any disclosures of interest from members in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct.

There were none.

The Report of the Deputy Chief Executive is attached.

A procedure note which explains what happens at a Licensing Sub-Committee, follows.

The Chair introduced the members and officers present and welcomed everyone to the meeting.

The Chair asked all parties present to introduce themselves. She then explained the procedure to be followed at the hearing.

The Principal Licensing Officer summarised the application which was set out in full in the report.

The hearing continued in accordance with procedure.

Having heard the evidence presented, the Sub-Committee retired to consider and determine the application, having regard to the licensing objectives on prevention of crime and disorder and public safety.

Upon reconvening, the Chair gave the Sub-Committee decision. The full decision with reasons would be notified to the applicant and other parties within five working days of the hearing.

Resolved that the Premises License at Forbidden Fruit Restaurant and Bar, 2 New Parade, Ashford, TW15 2UF be granted subject to conditions, as set out in full in the attached Decision Notice and annex.