Agenda and draft minutes

The Chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting. Members and Officers who were in attendance were introduced.  

Also in attendance were:

Mr Charalambides – barrister on behalf of McDonald’s

Mr Gallant – for McDonald’s

Dr Brunetti – objector

Mr Arnott – appearing on behalf of Syed Naqvi, objector

Apologies were received from Andy Dean of Thames Valley Police.

To receive any disclosure of disclosable pecuniary interests by Members relating to any items on the agenda. If any Member is uncertain as to whether an interest should be disclosed, he or she is asked if possible to contact the District Solicitor prior to the meeting.

Members are reminded that if they are declaring an interest, they should state the nature of that interest whether or not they are required to withdraw from the meeting.

There were none.

To note the hearing procedure rules and virtual licensing sub-committee procedural rules.

All present confirmed they had read and understood the procedures rules that applied to this hearing.  

To consider an application under s.17 of the Licensing Act 2003 for a new premises licence in respect of McDonald's Restaurants, Wycombe Retail Park, Ryemead Way, High Wycombe, HP11 1FY (report attached).

Members were asked to determine an application for a new premises licence had been submitted by McDonald’s Restaurants Limited of 11/59 High Road, East Finchley, London, N2 8AW (“the applicant”) in respect of McDonald’s Restaurant, Wycombe Retail Park, Ryemead Way, High Wycombe, HP11 1FY (“the premises”) by Elaine Rayner of Shoosmiths LLP (“the agent”).

Following detailed discussions, all parties confirm they were satisfied they had received a fair hearing and had nothing further to add. 

The Sub-Committee retired to make its decision which can be seen in the attached Decision Notice.