Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 Manchester City Council Report for Resolution Report to: Licensing Policy Committee – 5 July 2018 Subject: Proposed special hours policy for the Ancoats and New Islington Development Framework area Report of: Head of Planning, Building Control and Licensing Summary To inform the Committee of the consultation responses received in respect of the proposed revisions to the Council’s Statement of Licensing Policy to introduce a new special policy for the Ancoats and New Islington Development Framework area. To present for approval by the Committee the proposed final Special Hours Policy. Recommendations That the proposed amendments are approved and the policy is submitted to Full Council on 12 July 2018 with a recommendation that the policy be approved. Wards Affected: Ancoats and Beswick Manchester Strategy Outcomes Summary of the contribution to the strategy A thriving and sustainable City: Licensed premises provide a key role as an supporting a diverse and distinctive employer, in regeneration, and in attracting economy that creates jobs and people to the city. Effective decision making in opportunities respect of them plays an essential role in enabling businesses to thrive and maximise contribution to the economy. The proposals for Ancoats and New Islington NDF will support the City’s economic and residential growth objectives and contribute to the performance of the local and regional economy. A highly skilled city: world class and An effective Licensing Policy and home grown talent sustaining the implementation will enable growth in our City city’s economic success by supporting businesses who promote the Licensing Objectives. A progressive and equitable city: The Licensing process provides for local making a positive contribution by residents and other interested parties to make unlocking the potential of our representations in relation to licensing Item 5 – Page 1 Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 communities applications. Representations have to be directly related to the licensing objectives; in relation to the Licensing Act these are the prevention of crime and disorder, the prevention of public nuisance, public safety, and the protection of children from harm. A liveable and low carbon city: a An effective licensing system supports and destination of choice to live, visit enables growth and employment in our City and work. with neighbourhoods that provide amenities suitable to the surrounding communities. A connected city: world class Licensed premises play an important role in infrastructure and connectivity to ensuring an economically successful City, and drive growth the Licensing Policy seeks to achieve desirable and high quality premises to help drive that growth. Full details are in the body of the report, along with any implications for: • Equal Opportunities Policy • Risk Management • Legal Considerations Financial Consequences – Revenue None Financial Consequences – Capital None Contact Officers: Name: Danielle Doyle Name: Fraser Swift Position: Licensing Unit Manager Position: Principal Licensing Officer Telephone: 0161 234 4962 Telephone: 0161 234 1176 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Background documents (available for public inspection): Copies of these documents are available up to 4 years after the date of the meeting. If you would like a copy please contact one of the contact officers above. Licensing Act 2003 Item 5 – Page 2 Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 The Secretary of State’s Guidance issued under s182 of the Licensing Act 2003, April 2017 Ancoats and New Islington Neighbourhood Development Framework (as updated November 2016) Refresh of the Ancoats and New Islington Neighbourhood Development Framework, Report to Executive, 14 December 2016 Manchester City Centre Strategic Plan 2015 - 2018 (2016) Item 5 – Page 3 Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 1.0 Introduction 1.1 On 21 September 2017, the Policy Committee considered a report seeking members’ approval for consultation on a proposed revision to the Council’s Licensing Policy to include a new special policy for the Ancoats and New Islington Development Framework area. 1.2 A 12-week public consultation exercise was undertaken from 6 November 2017 to 29 January 2018 in accordance with the proposals approved by the Policy Committee. 1.3 Members are advised that amendments to the draft policy may only be made if a relevant response has been received during the consultation period. 2.0 Results of the Consultation 2.1 A total of 274 responses were received during the consultation period. The consultation was anonymous although responses were submitted from local residents, residents associations, licensing solicitors/consultants, Manchester Pub and Club Network, and local businesses and landlords. Setting a terminal hour 2.2 Overall, there was opposition against any time being set for licensable activities to conclude in the framework area (Table 1): Table 1 - Total Responses Setting a standard terminal hour Responses % of total Earlier than 11pm 4 1% 11pm on every day (as proposed) 37 14% 11pm weekdays and later at weekends 13 5% Later than 11pm throughout week 13 5% No time to be set 207 76% 2.3 The responses opposed to any terminal hour being set are included at Appendix 1. 2.4 People objected to a terminal hour being set mainly on the basis of: (*points in bold signify the main recurring themes): • Likelihood of stifling development of the area* • Damaging impact on the reputation of the area and the city (seen as out of character)* • Likelihood of displacement to adjacent areas (e.g. Northern Quarter) therefore less attractive to new commercial investment • Negative effect on the vibrancy and culture/arts/creative scene (both of area and the city)* • Limiting choice of residents and forcing them to use other areas • Does not recognise the positive impacts of licensed premises in an area Item 5 – Page 4 Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 • A standard terminal hour would create a peak (and increase risk) of issues, contrary to the aims of the Licensing Act • Venues should be dealt with on an individual basis • Is not reflective of the needs of a city centre neighbourhood 2.5 People supported the setting of a terminal hour mainly on the basis of: • preventing noise disturbance and antisocial behaviour*, as well as traffic • reducing (the risk of) alcohol-related crime • avoiding the area becoming similar in character to the Northern Quarter’s NTE* 2.6 These were impacts that were identified in the responses as being unsuitable for a residential neighbourhood. There were also several mentions of needing to avoid a recurrence of problems previously experienced from Sankeys1 nightclub in relation to noise and disturbance as people made their way to and from the venue through residential areas. However, conversely, there was a response that the club had had no adverse impact on the locality. 2.7 Those who supported later terminal hours typically still aimed to protect residents’ interests but considered a later terminal hour as a fair compromise to the needs of local businesses. Support for a later terminal hour generally related to weekends (Fri/Sat) rather than during the week. 2.8 The breakdown of opinion in relation to setting an appropriate finish time was as follows: Table 2 - Total Responses Suggested hours Weekdays (Sun-Thu) Fri and Sat 10pm 4 3 11pm 50 38 12am 5 6 Later than midnight (unspecific) 0 1 12.30am 0 1 1am 6 12 1am or 1.30am 2 5 2am and beyond 0 2 No time to be set 207 207 2.9 The responses agreeing with the proposed terminal hour of 11pm are included at Appendix 2. 2.10 The responses agreeing with a different terminal hour to 11pm are included at Appendix 3. 1 Sankeys, Unit 2J Beehive Mill, Jersey Street, Ancoats Item 5 – Page 5 Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 Responses for postcodes M4 (5)(6)(7) 2.11 125 of the 274 responses identified themselves as being from these postcode areas, which relate to the Ancoats and New Islington and surrounding areas. The vast majority (118) identified themselves as residents. 2.12 32 of the overall 37 people who agreed with the proposed terminal hour of 11pm were local to the area. Nevertheless, the majority of responses (57%) from people in this area did not want to see a particular terminal hour being introduced. Table 3 - M4 (5)(6)(7) responses Setting a standard terminal hour Responses % of total from area 11pm on every day 32 26% Earlier than 11pm 3 2% 11pm weekdays and later at weekends 11 8% Later than 11pm throughout week 8 6% No time to be set 71 57% 2.13 One response was received from a local residents association (Royal Mills Residents Association (ROMRA)) supporting 11pm (Sun–Thurs) and midnight (Fri-Sat) for licensable activities. A duplicate response on behalf of the same residents association (and others) proposed support for a 12.30am terminal hour for licensable activities on Fri and Sat. However, the former response has been established as being the true position of the ROMRA given it was submitted by the Chair of that association. Both responses are included in the total figures, however. 2.14 A breakdown of the terminal hours supported by those in the local area is set out below: Table 4 - M4 (5)(6)(7) responses Suggested hours Weekdays (Sun-Thu) Fri and Sat Earlier than 11pm 3 3 11pm 43 32 12am 2 5 Beyond midnight (unspec) 1 12-1 (at least) 1 0 12.30am 1 1am 3 5 1am or 1.30am 2 2 1-2 (at least) 1 2am and beyond 1 Item 5 – Page 6 Manchester City Council Item 5 Licensing Policy Committee 5 July 2018 Exceptions for special occasions 2.15 Those who agreed with setting a terminal hour were asked if any exceptions should be made for special occasions.