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Fresh, fun consulting that turns wild thoughts into wow results.
Engaged Community, Enthused Customers
The application process for a license is complex and can been intimidating. The overlap with planning requirements can muddy the water. I can guide you through the process making sure you present your application in a way which highlights the ways that it upholds the four licensing objectives which are key to the Council's decision making.
Having sat on the other side of the table I know what councillors are looking for. I will guide you on how to present your application and yourselves at the hearing, and help you avoid the pitfalls which can lead to a licence not being granted.
Applicants are allowed to have representatives at the hearings and with my first-hand experience I understand what panels are looking for from someone representing an applicant.
Individuals and groups are invited to make representations on license applications either in support or opposition. I can give guidance on how to structure your comment on an application in line with the licensing objectives.
Who We Are
Robert is an experienced local councillor who served as vice-Chairman of the Regulatory Committee of the Richmond on Thames Council for nearly a decade. On leaving the Council in 2026 he set up the Oak & Hawk advisory service.
Since graduating from Bradford University, he has built on his experience as a Cost Engineer in several international organisations where his skills in problem solving in both finance and engineering sectors were put to effective use. His attention to detail was recognised by his colleagues and at Richmond both by his fellow councillors dealing with regulatory affairs and council staff.
Robert has wide experience of handling licensing applications having made decisions on over a hundred applications ranging from simple local off-licensing to complex applications from internationally recognise institutions such as the Rugby Football Union's Twickenham Stadium.
Robert lives in the Richmond area with his young family and is well-placed to provide his services across Greater London.
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