Policy information sourced from The London Plan 2021
HC6 Supporting the Night-Time Economy
- Boroughs should develop a vision for the night-time economy, supporting its growth and diversification, in particular within strategic areas of night-time activity (see Table A1.1 and Figure 7.6), building on the Mayor’s Vision for London as a 24-Hour City.
- In Development Plans, town centre strategies and planning decisions, boroughs should:
- promote the night-time economy, where appropriate, particularly in the Central Activities Zone, strategic areas of night-time activity, and town centres where public transport such as the Night Tube and Night Buses are available
- improve access, inclusion and safety, and make the public realm welcoming for all night-time economy users and workers
- diversify the range of night-time activities, including extending the opening hours of existing daytime facilities such as shops, cafés, libraries, galleries and museums
- address the cumulative impact of high concentrations of licensed premises on anti-social behaviour, noise pollution, health and wellbeing and other issues for residents and nearby uses, and seek ways to diversify and manage these areas
- ensure night-time economy venues are well-served with safe and convenient night-time transport
- protect and support evening and night-time cultural venues such as pubs, night clubs, theatres, cinemas, music and other arts venues.
- Promoting management of the night-time economy through an integrated approach to planning and licensing, out-of-hours servicing and deliveries, safety and security, and environmental and cleansing services should be supported. Boroughs should work closely with stakeholders such as neighbouring boroughs, the police, local businesses, patrons, workers and residents.
For more information please see The London Plan 2021