Street Trading and Pavement Licensing Sub Committee - 30 July 2025

The meeting opened with Councillor Clemens moving, and Councillor Martin seconding, the election of Councillor Moorcroft as Chairman for the session. The Democratic Officer briefed the council on emergency evacuation procedures and domestic protocols, and it was recorded that no councillors declared any interests in the matters to be considered.

The Sub‑Committee examined a pre‑circulated report concerning an application for a street‑trading licence for Lovetts of Newlyn Ltd, located at 1 The Coombe, Newlyn, Penzance (TR18 5HS). The Licensing Officer presented the applicant’s submission, which highlighted the business’s local ethos, confirmed that only a table service would be provided, and detailed the dimensions of the pavement and street‑furniture. The applicant also explained that tables would be cleared promptly after use, a no‑smoking policy was in place, and photographs of the premises were shown. No representatives from other parties attended, and the applicant responded to questions about proposed pedestrian‑safety works.

Because the agenda item involved information potentially covered by legal professional privilege, Councillor Clemens moved, and Councillor Martin seconded, a resolution under Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 to exclude the public and press from that portion of the meeting. The resolution was adopted, and the proceedings concerning the licence application were recorded as confidential.

Following the discussion, the committee moved, and seconded seconded, the resolution granting a pavement licence to Miss Emma Hunt on behalf of Lovetts of Newlyn Ltd. The decision was based on a review of the report, representations for and against the application, and all submitted evidence. Two councillors had inspected the site prior to the hearing, and the committee considered relevant legislation, national guidance, and the statutory and local conditions attached to such licences.

In summary, the council elected its chairman, addressed procedural emergency matters, and, after a confidential deliberation, approved the pavement licence for Lovetts of Newlyn Ltd, citing thorough evidence review, site visits, and compliance with applicable legal and policy frameworks.