Al-Manar Islamic Superstore Ltd, located at 430 Coventry Road, Small Heath, Birmingham, has submitted an application for a premises licence to serve late night refreshment indoors until 1am every day. This request, formally published on the Public Notice Portal and in the Birmingham Mail, aims to extend the current operating hours to cover 11pm to 1am from Monday through Sunday.
Late night refreshment refers to the sale of hot food and drinks after 11pm, providing a service often sought by shift workers, late-evening shoppers, and motorists. The store’s location along Coventry Road—an active commercial area with various retail and food outlets—could benefit from this extended service by meeting the needs of the local community during late hours.
Community members, businesses, and other interested parties are invited to submit comments or objections during the statutory consultation period. Written representations must be sent by 28 April 2026, either via email at [email protected] or by mail to General Licensing, Regulation and Enforcement, PO Box 17831, Birmingham B2 2HJ. It is important to note that providing false information in connection with the application is an offence under the Licensing Act 2003 and may result in severe penalties.
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This application does not include the sale of alcohol; it is specifically for hot food and drink after 11pm. Comments should be made with regard to the licensing objectives: crime and disorder prevention, public safety, nuisance prevention, and protection of children from harm.
If objections are raised, the licensing authority may organize a hearing to make a decision — potentially granting the licence, granting it with conditions, or refusing it altogether. Granting the licence could have local implications such as increased foot traffic, noise, and litter, which the council would address through conditions to minimize any adverse effects.
For more information and to review the full application and supporting documents, residents should refer to Birmingham City Council’s Licensing Act 2003 electronic public register and the official public notice.