Agenda and minutes
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Membership To report any changes to the membership. |
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Declarations of Interest To receive declarations by Members and Officers of the existence and nature of any pecuniary interests or any other significant interest in matters on this agenda. |
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Raffles Hotel, Old War Office, Whitehall, London Additional documents:
Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Kevin Jackaman
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident)
Application for New Premises Licences – RAFFLES HOTEL, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10484/LIPN
Full Decision
Premises:
RAFFLES HOTEL Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 1 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as a Hotel with ancillary facilities.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Plays, Films, Live Music, Recorded Music, Performance of Dance, anything of similar description (Indoors)
For Public Areas, Ballroom (Basement 2), Spa (Basement 4 and Basement 1), Secondary Floor and Speciality Suites
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Both)
Public Areas, Ballroom (Basement 2), Spa (Basement 4 and Basement 1), Secondary Floor and Speciality Suites
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Public Areas, Ballroom (Basement 2), Spa (Basement 4 and Basement 1), Secondary Floor and Speciality Suites only.
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales 09.00 to 23.00 only
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Ground floor Quadrangle (Terrace) only
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 23:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 09:00 to 23:00 for residents and bona ... view the full minutes text for item 1. |
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The Gurkha at Raffles Hotel, Old War Office, Whitehall, SW1A 2BX Additional documents:
Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Kevin Jackaman
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident) Martin White – Resident and on behalf of Whitehall Court Management Committee Charles Sauld on behalf of Martin White
Application for New Premises Licences – Gurkha at RAFFLES HOTEL, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10460/LIPN
Full Decision
Premises:
Gurkha Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 2 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as a restaurant.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Films, Live Music, Recorded Music (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales other than to the Terrace from 09.00 to 23.00
Hours Premises are open to the Public
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Representations Received
· Metropolitan Police Service (PC Tom Stewart) - Withdrawn · Environmental Health Service (Ian Watson) · Marcus Lavell – RLS Law ... view the full minutes text for item 2. |
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Pavilion at Raffles Hotel, Old War Office, Whitehall, London Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Jessica Donovan
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident)
Application for New Premises Licences – The Pavilion, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10455/LIPN
FULL DECISION
Premises:
The Pavilion at RAFFLES HOTEL (Bar and Restaurant) Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 3 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as a restaurant and bar.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Films, Live Music, Recorded Music (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales from 09.00 to 23.00
Hours Premises are open to the Public
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Representations Received
· Metropolitan Police Service (PC Tom Stewart) - Withdrawn · Environmental Health Service (Ian Watson) · Marcus Lavell – RLS Law on behalf of Mr Shafik Gabr (Resident.)
Issues raised by Objectors
· The hours requested for the Supply ... view the full minutes text for item 3. |
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The Cambridge at Raffles, Old War Office, Whitehall, SW1A 2BX Additional documents:
Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Jessica Donovan
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident)
Application for New Premises Licences – The Cambridge at RAFFLES, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10448/LIPN
FULL DECISION
Premises:
The Cambridge at RAFFLES Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 4 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as a Japanese Sake bar.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Films, Live Music, Recorded Music (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales other than to the terrace from 09.00 to 23.00
Hours Premises are open to the Public
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Representations Received
· Metropolitan Police Service (PC Tom Stewart) - Withdrawn · Environmental Health Service (Ian Watson) · Marcus Lavell – RLS Law on behalf of Mr Shafik Gabr (Residents.) · Amanda Leness (Resident)
Issues raised by Objectors ... view the full minutes text for item 4. |
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The Raffles Apartments, Old War Office, Whitehall, SW1A 2BX Additional documents:
Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Jessica Donovan
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident)
Application for New Premises Licences – RAFFLES APARTMENTS, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10514/LIPN
FULL DECISION
Premises:
Raffle APARTMENTS Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 5 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as leased Apartments with ancillary facilities.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Films, Recorded Music (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Plays, Live Music, Performance of Dance, anything of similar discription (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours
From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Apartments serviced by way of off sales when required.
Hours Premises are open to the Public
Monday to Sunday: 00:00 to 00:00 hours
From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Representations Received
· Metropolitan Police Service (PC Tom Stewart) - Withdrawn · Environmental Health Service (Ian Watson) · Marcus ... view the full minutes text for item 5. |
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Whitehall Place at Raffles Hotel, Old War Office, Whitehall, London Additional documents:
Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Jessica Donovan
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident)
Application for New Premises Licences – Whitehall Place at RAFFLES, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10467/LIPN
FULL DECISION
Premises:
The Whitehall at RAFFLES Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 6 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as a restaurant and bar.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Films, Live Music, Recorded Music (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 01:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales other than to the terrace 09.00 to 23.00
Hours Premises are open to the Public
Monday to Sunday: 00:00 to 00:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Representations Received
· Metropolitan Police Service (PC Tom Stewart) - Withdrawn · Environmental Health Service (Ian Watson) · Marcus Lavell – RLS Law on behalf of Mr Shafik Gabr (Residents.)
Issues raised by Objectors
· The hours requested for ... view the full minutes text for item 6. |
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The Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, Old War Office, Whitehall, London Additional documents:
Minutes: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL LICENSING SUB-COMMITTEE NO. 1 (“The Committee”)
Thursday 24th February 2023
Membership: Councillor Aziz Toki (Chair), Councillor Maggie Carman and Councillor Jim Glen
Officer Support: Legal Adviser: Steve Burnett Policy Officer: Kerry Simpkin Committee Officer: Sarah Craddock Presenting Officer: Kevin Jackaman
Other Parties: Mr Alun Thomas (Thomas and Thomas) on behalf of 57 Whitehall Sarl (the Applicant)
From the Applicant: · Mark Hastings – Director F&B · Nick Glenister – Finance director · Nicholas Du Toit – Accor Executive director
From WDS – Applicant’s representative: · Madani Sow – CEO · David Hernandez – Project director · Geoff Hull – architect
Environmental Health (EHO) – Sally Fabbricatore Mr Macus Lavell (RSL Law) - on behalf of Mr Gabr (resident)
Application for New Premises Licences – The Roof top Restaurant and Bar at RAFFLES, Old War Office Whitehall London SW1A 2BX - 22/10450/LIPN
FULL DECISION
Premises:
The Rooftop Restaurant and Bar at RAFFLES Old War Office (OWO) Whitehall London SW1A 2BX
Applicant
57 Whitehall Sarl Ward
St James’s
Cumulative Impact Zone
None
Special Consideration Zone
None
Summary of Application
This is a hearing of an Agenda Item 7 which was adjourned on the 2nd February 2023, as it was in the public interest for the Committee to request the Applicant to provide further and better particulars, so that a fully informed Decision could be made.
This is an application for a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (“The Act”). The Premises is to operate as a roof top restaurant and bar.
There is a resident count of 112.
The matter was assessed on its individual merits having regard to the evidence before the Licensing Sub-Committee and the promotion of the licensing objectives.
Proposed Licensable Activities and Hours
Films, Live Music, Recorded Music (Indoors)
6th Floor
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Late Night Refreshment (Indoors)
6th Floor
Monday to Sunday: 23:00 to 02:00 hours
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 02:00 hours (5th Floor internal terrace only)
Non-Standard times: 00:00 to 00:00 for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales 09.00 to 23.00.
Retail Sale of Alcohol (On and Off Sales)
Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 21:00 hours (6th Floor terrace)
Non-Standard times: 09:00 to 21:00 hours for residents and bona fide guests. From the end of permitted hours on New Year's Eve to the start of permitted hours on New Year's Day.
Off sales 09.00 to 23.00.
Hours Premises are open to the Public
Monday ... view the full minutes text for item 7. |