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Community Safety · LewishamLewisham Council consults on new gambling policy
Lewisham Council is seeking public input on its new Gambling Policy for 2027-2030. The consultation aims to gather feedback from gamblers and those affected by gambling harm, with a focus on protecting young and vulnerable individuals and addressing the overconcentration of gambling premises in deprived areas.
Lewisham3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 67 · Hype 41
Transport Crime · HackneyHackney Floating Bus Stops Spark Safety Fears
Hackney Council's proposal for floating bus stops on Queensbridge Road has drawn sharp criticism from disabled campaigners who fear for the safety of visually-impaired and wheelchair users. A public consultation is now underway.
Hackney4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 45
Community Safety · WestminsterWestminster Council proposes curbs on standing drinkers in Soho and West End pubs
Westminster Council has proposed new licensing rules encouraging pubs in Soho and the West End to reduce standing customers, sparking criticism from Downing Street, the Mayor of London, and local business owners. The draft policy is open for consultation until 20 September 2024.
Westminster5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 83 · Hype 41
Community Safety · WestminsterWestminster Council’s standing-drinker policy sparks Soho pub closures warning
Westminster City Council’s draft licensing policy proposes reducing standing capacity in Soho and West End pubs to ease pavement crowding. Pub owners warn of closures and job losses, while Mayor Sadiq Khan and Downing Street criticise the plans. The consultation closes on 9 August.
Westminster6 min readTrust 74 · Craft 83 · Hype 21