Gambling arcade given green light in Harlesden despite local opposition
A new gambling arcade in Harlesden has been given a green light by Brent Council, despite local concerns that this could lead to increased anti-social behaviour.
Vast majority of Brent traders are wise to underage drinkers and smokers, trading standards find
The vast majority of traders in Brent are successful in dealing with minors looking to buy products such as tobacco, alcohol and knives, figures reveal.
Brent defends ‘ill-conceived’ Low Traffic Neighbourhoods despite suggestions they are causing ‘anguish’
Brent Council defended the implementation of its ‘healthy neighbourhoods’ scheme, despite suggestions they are causing “great concern and anguish” to many residents.
Fines up to £1,000 for those caught drinking alcohol in public in Brent
Those caught drinking in public in Brent could be fined up to £1,000 after the council agreed to extend its enforcement powers for a further three years. Brent Council’s cabinet agreed to renew the borough-wide public space protection order (PSPO) until October 2023.
Brent’s sole Liberal Democrat councillor requests scrutiny position on committees
The sole Liberal Democrat councillor in Brent called for more representation from opposition groups on council committees to provide fairer and greater scrutiny on key decisions.
Community skips return to Brent to rid rubbish for free
Community skips allowing Brent residents to get rid of up to five bulky items for free are returning to the borough.
Brent Council ‘can’t fault’ South Kilburn regeneration despite resident concerns
Brent Council celebrated a year since residents in South Kilburn voted for major regeneration schemes in the area to continue – despite concerns around the quality and affordability of housing.
Brent Council leader slams lockdown breaches but blames ‘confusing’ goverment messages
The leader of Brent Council said people breaking lockdown laws was “not unexpected” but blamed incidents on “confusing” messages from the Government.
Brent Council cabinet gives green light to £7.4million budget cuts and 3.99% council tax hike
Children’s centres, street lighting and customer services are among those areas facing cuts as Brent Council announced its latest budget proposals.
Harlesden pizzeria, Barril, has alcohol licence revoked for acting ‘like a nightclub’
A Brazilian pizza restaurant that acted “like a nightclub” has lost its alcohol licence following complaints about noise and anti-social behaviour.
