Hackney Council has approved a controversial curb to licenses awarded to new bars, venues, and clubs.
Resident Advisor reports that a meeting by the council last night (July 18th) saw the plan give unanimous approval, and will launch shortly.
The move was opposed by business-owners and local residents, with the We Love Hackney campaign underlining the area's creative vitality.
In the run up to the vote We Love Hackney shared a potent statement, setting out their arguments in a detailed yet easy to follow fashion.
We'd recommend reading it – you can check it out below.
We have less than 24 hours to save #hackney nightlife. Here's our open letter to Hackney councillors asking them to keep our borough diverse, independent and fun. Write to your councillor here: https://t.co/SpgjAX8fbS #welovehackney pic.twitter.com/BXfo0lbhoz
— We Love Hackney (@WeLoveHackney) July 18, 2018
The move means that any new nightlife propositions will start with an 11pm license for weekdays, and 12am license at weekends – all outdoor areas must close at 10pm.
Residents and business-owners contacted London night mayor Amy Lamé, who responded with the following:
Local authorities are responsible for licensing decisions, not the @mayoroflondon or the @nightczar. If you would like more information, here is a link to the Licensing Act 2003 https://t.co/2dg1VOr4x6
— amy lamé (@amylame) July 18, 2018
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