Licensing Panel (Licensing Act 2003 Functions) - 25 Jan 2024 10.00am

The agenda provides for declarations of substitutes, declarations of interests, declarations of party whip and consideration of whether to exclude the press and public.

The Chairman's communications are listed for consideration, but no specific content is provided in the agenda.

The committee is asked to consider the minutes of its meeting held on 23 March 2009.

The item includes a letter from wildlife groups and an officer briefing concerning downland mowing and conservation grass collection on city wildlife sites.

The report describes Brighton & Hove's approach to managing the night-time economy, including licensing, crime reduction partnerships, enforcement, health impacts and transport. The recommendation is that the report be noted.

The committee is asked to consider and comment on the draft Municipal Waste Management Strategy and consultation plan as part of pre-decision scrutiny. The strategy proposes increased reuse, recycling and composting, reduced landfill, and a consultation period from 22 June to 7 August 2009.

The item presents the summary of a joint scrutiny workshop on the London Road Central Masterplan Supplementary Planning Document, covering land use, movement and access, urban design, public realm, sustainability, community and funding.

The report considers how the committee should operate as the council's statutory Crime and Disorder Committee and how its role should relate to the Brighton & Hove Community Safety Forum, having regard to Home Office guidance.

The committee is asked to consider its draft work plan for 2009–2010.

The committee is invited to identify matters for referral to the Cabinet Member, Cabinet or Council.