Camden Council's licensing panel has permitted McDonald's in Finchley Road to extend its operating hours from 6am until 2am daily, with additional late-night hours on New Year's Day. Concerns regarding crime and public nuisance were raised by local representatives but were deemed less impactful by the franchisee due to a perceived lack of constructive dialogue. The Metropolitan Police and environmental health also lifted their objections after conditions regarding deliveries and environmental impacts were met, outlining a continued community-business balance in the borough's licensing strategy.
Alan Mason of CRASH raised concerns about crime and disorder linked to extended hours, but McDonald's franchisee Reema Mavani argued his claims were unsubstantiated, emphasizing engagement issues.
The licensing committee's decision to allow McDonald's extended hours reflects a broader strategy to enhance borough business operations, despite community voices raising concerns about noise and anti-social behaviour.
The Metropolitan Police had initially objected but withdrew concerns after McDonald's agreed on specific delivery time frames, while the environmental health department felt conditions were satisfactorily met.
The Camden Council's licensing committee aims to facilitate a balance between business interests and community concerns, as seen in its draft strategy for extended operational hours.
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