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To act as a unified voice for all businesses in Soho with the aim of protecting and growing the economic diversity of the area through engaging with each other,our residents, amenity groups and the Westminster City Council.

15/09/2026

WHO SPEAKS FOR YOUR BUSINESS WHEN YOU'RE NOT IN THE ROOM?

Running a business doesn't leave much time for monitoring council consultations, licensing policy, planning proposals, business rates, policing initiatives and everything else happening across Westminster.

That's part of what the SBA is here for.

We engage with Westminster City Council, the Greater London Authority, industry organisations and other Soho stakeholders to make sure the interests of Soho businesses are represented.

Recently that has included detailed engagement around Westminster's Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026 and the potential impact on Soho's hospitality, cultural and night-time economy.

One business can make a point.

Nearly 200 businesses speaking together are much harder to ignore.

Join the organisation putting Soho businesses into the conversation.

👉 Become an SBA member.

14/09/2026

Members of the SBA Board attended an informal 'meet the licensing team' at Westminster City Council last week.

The event took place on Thursday evening and included a short introduction from Cllr Barnes, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Growth and Planning, on the council's new growth agenda and the important role that licensing plays in delivering sustainable growth for businesses, residents and visitors. There was also an opportunity to ask questions on their new Licensing policy.

If members have any questions regarding the potential impact of the policy or wish to discuss any issues with their licence please get in contact with the Board directly on [email protected].

09/09/2026

DO BUSINESS IN SOHO? YOU SHOULD BE PART OF THE SBA.

If you own, run or work for a business in Soho, there are decisions being made every day that can ect you.

Licensing. Business rates. Planning. Policing. Public realm. Transport. The night-time economy. The future of Soho itself.

The Soho Business Alliance exists to make sure businesses have a voice in those conversations.

We bring Soho businesses together, represent their interests and make sure the people making decisions about Soho hear from the people actually doing business here.

And with nearly 200 member companies and growing, that voice is getting stronger.

But membership isn't only about representation.

It's about meeting other businesses. Sharing information. Getting support. Accessing advice. Finding opportunities. Saving money. And becoming part of the community working every day to protect what makes Soho extraordinary.

If Soho matters to your business, being part of the SBA should matter too.

👉 Join us: sohoba.co.uk/get-involved/join-us/

07/09/2026

What an amazing evening getting to expire brand new Otherwander hotel. What an incredible asset to Soho!

01/09/2026

We at the Soho Business Alliance were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Paul Barnes over the weekend.

Paul was a passionate advocate for Soho and supported the SBA across a number of initiatives, including the campaign to restore tax-free shopping for international visitors to London. He brought considerable energy, experience and knowledge to the issues he cared about and was always willing to share his perspective with the SBA and our members.

Paul’s commitment to Soho was clear, as was his desire to see the area continue to thrive and retain the unique character that makes it such an important part of London.

Our thoughts are with Paul’s partner, family, friends and colleagues at this very sad time.

13/08/2026

Congratulations to Mark Fuller from and Ibiza Hall Of Fame inductee Paul Oakenfold who were recently presented with a Global Club & Dance Hall Of Fame venue award recognising the hotel’s contribution to dance music and club culture.
This special award celebrates venues that have played an important role in the history and ongoing story of club culture and dance music and the Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel is a more than worthy recipient.

Theme music vocals by Melanie Williams.

06/08/2026

The Soho Business Alliance has submitted its formal response to Westminster City Council’s Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026.

We welcome much of the draft, including its recognition of the enormous economic and cultural contribution made by licensed venues, its focus on women’s safety and its aim to support well-managed businesses.

But we are concerned that parts of the policy do not yet match those ambitions.

Our main concerns are:

The West End Cumulative Impact Policy creates a strict presumption against new or varied licences for pubs, bars and music and dance venues—including the businesses that define Soho’s identity, LGBTQIA+ heritage and cultural life.

The proposed definition of a cultural venue is too narrow and risks excluding DJ-led, standing-audience and club-format venues.

The policy does not adequately recognise Soho as the nationally significant night-time and cultural district identified in London and Westminster planning policy.

Its complexity, duplication and uncertainty will place disproportionate legal and compliance costs on independent and family-run businesses.

And while operators are expected to carry an increasing burden for crime prevention and public safety, the policy must be matched by coordinated investment in policing, transport, cleansing and the public realm.

We share the Council’s goal: a Soho that is safe, well-managed, inclusive and a good neighbour.

Our response offers practical changes to help the final policy support residents while protecting the independent businesses and cultural venues that make Soho unique.

We look forward to discussing these proposals constructively with Westminster City Council.

13/05/2026

🍽️ SOHO SUPPORTS A VAT CUT FOR HOSPITALITY 🍷

Soho’s restaurants, cafés, pubs, bars and venues are the beating heart of London’s cultural life — creating jobs, driving tourism and bringing communities together.

But hospitality businesses are under increasing pressure from rising costs and economic uncertainty. A VAT cut would provide vital support to help independent businesses survive, grow and continue making Soho one of the most vibrant places in the world.

We’re calling on Government to back hospitality and protect the future of our high streets, nightlife and cultural economy.

📍 Support jobs
📍 Support independent businesses
📍 Keep hospitality accessible
📍 Protect Soho’s unique culture

Now is the time to back hospitality.

01/04/2026

With business rate increases landing from April 7th, the pressure on hospitality and night-time economy businesses is only intensifying.

That’s why this month’s SBA First Tuesday Club is one not to miss.

📅 Tuesday 7th April, 5.30-7pm
📍 Star & Garter 62 Poland St, Soho

We’re bringing together expert voices to help you navigate rising costs, reduce financial pressure, and access the support available:

• Chris Wright (R H & L Ltd) – specialists in business rates relief and cost reduction
• Michael Kill (Night Time Industries Association) – leading industry advocate on policy, VAT, and sector support

This session will focus on:
✔ Business rates – what’s changing and what you can do
✔ VAT pressures and wider cost challenges
✔ Practical ways to reduce overheads
✔ Industry-wide lobbying and support available right now

If you run a hospitality, leisure, or night-time business, this is a chance to get informed, ask questions, and connect with others facing the same challenges.

And if you're not yet part of the SBA — this is the perfect opportunity to see how we support businesses like yours.

FREE ENTRY & DRINKS
RSVP - [email protected]

👉 Join us and be part of the conversation.

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London
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Website

https://sohoba.co.uk/

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