Licence Application: Morrisons, 435 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M21 8AU

I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a new Premises Licence at: Morrisons, 435 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M21 8AU. This is the premesis that was formally the Blockbuster Video.

A summary of the application is as follows:

Proposed trading hours for the supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises only:
Mon to Sun 0600 to 2400

Proposed opening hours for the premises:
Mon to Sun 0600 to 2400

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit (e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit,PO Box 532, Manchester, M60 2LA  by 14/02/14. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of the grant of the licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.

As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 0161 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

Licence Application: Coriander, 485-487 Barlow Moor Road

Photo from Coriander facebook site

I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a new Premises Licence at: Name TBC, 485-487 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M21 8AG. This is the premesis that Coriander's Chorlton Central Branch now occupies and was formally the New Mai Wah.

A summary of the application is as follows:
Proposed trading hours for the provision of regulated entertainment (recorded music):
Mon to Sun 0000 to 2400

Proposed trading hours for the provision of late night refreshment:
Mon to Sat 2300 to 2330

Proposed trading hours for the supply of alcohol for consumption both on and off the premises:
Mon to Sat 1100 to 2300, Sun 1200 to 2230

Proposed opening hours for the premises:
Mon to Sat 1100 to 2400, Sun 1200 to 2300

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit (e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit,PO Box 532, Manchester, M60 2LA  by 11/12/13. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of the grant of the licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.

As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 0161 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

My objection to Ladbrokes

482 Wilbraham Road

Last month I blogged about an application by Ladbrokes to convert 482 Wilbraham Road into a betting shop. Residents raised concerns with me about this application. This is the response I sent to the Licensing Department:

"I am writing to object to the above application from Ladbrokes for a new betting shop located in premises at 482 Wilbraham Rd. If granted, this would be the sixth betting shop in Chorlton. This is far more than is required in one district and would be detrimental to Chorlton's reputation as an area of high quality independent shops. An additional Betting Shop is preventing an independent retailer from using the premises and encouraging the creation of jobs and regeneration and prosperity of the area. An additional betting shop is also inconsistent with the Council's own regeneration plans for Chorlton as set out in the Chorlton District Centre Plan.   

The over representation of betting shops is generated by the industry's desire to place Fixed Odds Betting Terminals (FOBTs). As one shop can only have four FOBTs bookmakers are opening many shops in close proximity to maximise the revenue these gaming machines generate. FOBTs are highly addictive and can help exacerbate gambling problems. The clustering of betting shops results in problem gamblers moving between shops and FOBTs to satisfy their addiction. It is possible to bet £100 every 20 seconds at a FOBT which can encourage and exacerbate problem gambling. A Betting Shop is defined as a "Licensed Betting Office” however FOBT is a form of gaming and very different from traditional betting. Newham Council recently rejected an application for a betting shop on this Primary Gambling Activity basis.

I am concerned that allowing this license could encourage antisocial behavior, criminal damage and begging. Crime statistics show these problems are associated with betting shops across the city. This is particularly unacceptable given the proximity of residential areas and schools.

It is difficult to prevent under age gambling on FOBTs. I am also concerned about problem gamblers who have voluntarily self excluded being tempted by a new shop and FOBT. 

I encourage the panel to reject this application."

Licence Application: Ladbrokes, 482 Wilbraham Road, Manchester, M21 9AS

482 Wilbraham Road currently occupied by The Linen Room.

I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a new Premises Licence at: 482 Wilbraham Road, Manchester, M21 9AS

The application is for a Betting Premises Licence, to authorise the premises to be used for the provision of facilities for betting, by making or accepting bets, by acting as a betting intermediary or by providing other facilities for the making or accepting of bets.

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit (e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit,PO Box 532, Manchester, M60 2LA  by 07/11/13. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of the grant of the licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.

As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

Licence Application: Tea Hive, 53 Manchester Road

Photo from @TeaHiveTweets

I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a new Premises Licence for premises at:Tea Hive, 53 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9PW

The application for a new premises licence has been made as Tea Hive wishes to extend the area for licensable activities to the first floor of the premises.  The current licence held by Tea Hive is for the ground floor and outdoor seating area.  The activities and hours requested on this application are the same as currently permitted (summarised below). The applicant requests that conditions attached to the current licence are included on the new licence if granted:  

Proposed trading hours for the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises only:
Mon to Fri 0800 to 2300
Sat and Sun 0900 to 2300

Proposed opening hours for the premises:
Mon to Fri 0800 to 2300
Sat and Sun 0900 to 2300

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit
(e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit, Regulatory & Enforcement Services, Premises Team, PO Box 271, Manchester, M18 8YU by 24/10/13. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of the grant of the licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.

As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

Licence Application: Bar, 125 Manchester Road, Chorlton

I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a new Premises Licence for premises at: Bar, 125 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9PG. This premesis is between 1847 and De Nada.

Proposed trading hours for the provision of regulated entertainment
(live music, recorded music):
Sun to Thur 0800 to 2400
Fri to Sat 0800 to 0100

Proposed trading hours for the provision of late night refreshment:
Sun to Thur 2300 to 0030
Fri to Sat 2300 to 0200

Proposed trading hours for the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises only:
Sun to Thur 0800 to 0030
Fri to Sat 0800 to 0200

Proposed opening hours for the premises:
Sun to Thur 0800 to 0100
Fri to Sat 0800 to 0230

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit
(e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit, Regulatory & Enforcement Services, Premises Team, PO Box 271, Manchester, M18 8YU by 27/09/13. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of the grant of the licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.

As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

License Application: The Laundrette, 32 Beech Road

I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a New Premises Licence for The Laundrette, Basement And Ground Floor, 32 Beech Road, Manchester, M21 9EL.

A summary of the application is as follows:


Proposed trading hours for the provision of regulated entertainment

Films:
Mon to Sun 0800 to 2300

Live music:
Mon to Sun 1600 to 2200

Recorded music:
Mon to Sun 0800 to 2300

Proposed trading hours for the supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises only:
Mon to Sun 1200 to 2300

Proposed opening hours for the premises:
Mon to Sun 0800 to 2400

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit (e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit, Regulatory & Enforcement Services, Premises Team, PO Box 271, Manchester, M18 8YU by 4 April 2013. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of granting of a licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.   As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

License Application: Dixy Chicken, 450 Wilbraham Road

I have now received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a Premises Licence Variation for Dixy Chicken, 450 Wilbraham Road.

A summary of the application is as follows:


The application seeks to extend the terminal hour for late night refreshment, which is the only licensable activity permitted by this licence. The current and proposed hours are as follows:

Trading hours for the provision of late night refreshment:

Current hours: Sun to Thur 2300 to 0100, Fri and Sat 2300 to 0200

Proposed hours: Sun to Wed 2300 to 0100, Thurs to Sat 2300 to 0300

Opening hours for the premises:

Current hours: Sun to Thur 1100 to 0100, Fri and Sat 1100 to 0200

Proposed hours: Sun to Wed 1100 to 0100, Thurs to Sat 1100 to 0300

Seasonal variation

The application also requests seasonal variations as follows:

New Year: 2300 on 31 December to to 0400 on 1 January

British Summertime: One additional hour on the night the clocks go forward

Sundays preceding a Bank Holiday Monday: terminal hour of 0400



If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit (e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit, Regulatory & Enforcement Services, Premises Team, PO Box 271, Manchester, M18 8YU by 2 April 2013. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of granting of a licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.


As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.

License Application: Rileys, 302B Barlow Moor Road



 I have received notification that an application has been received by the City Council for a Premises Licence Variation for Rileys, 302B Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M21 8AY

A summary of the application is as follows:


Application is to remove over 18 area on ground floor near to entrance and the remaining over 18 area on ground floor to be extended in size.

If you have any comments, you can make these directly to The Licensing Unit (e-mail: premises.licensing@manchester.gov.uk) or write to: The Licensing Unit, Regulatory & Enforcement Services, Premises Team, PO Box 271, Manchester, M18 8YU by 30 July 2012. The Licensing Authority may only consider a representation relating to the effect of granting of a licence on the licensing objectives, which are: Prevention of crime and disorder; Public Safety; Prevention of public nuisance and the Protection of children from harm.

As a local Councillor I can make representations to support local residents; as can John Leech MP (leechj@parliament.uk; 434 3334). If you wish for us to do so, please let us know and send us a copy of any representation you may be making.