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First City club gets license revoked |
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A late-night bar in the City has become the first licensed premises in the Square Mile London to have its license revoked.
The decision follows a series of events, which have led to trouble at the City nightspot. City of London Police officers have had to deal with issues of overcrowding, fights inside and outside the club, and have dealt with several complaints from members of the local community. Officers are currently investigating the murder of African Caribbean music promoter Olu Olagbaju which happened inside Shadans on 4 December 2006.
City of London Police requested a revocation of the license and a subsequent review was held. The premises was then made the subject of a 24 hour closure order on 13 January as a result of information indicating that there would be disorder that evening.
On Monday 29 January the licensing committee met for a review hearing and the decision was made to revoke the license for Shadans on a permanent basis.
This is the first time in the City's history that a license has been revoked on a permanent basis, and it has only happened a few times in the Greater London area.
City Police Inspector Matt Burgess said:
"This decision was taken as a result of the gross mismanagement and disregard for public safety that has been displayed by the owners of Shadans."
"As a Force we work in partnership with licensees across the City to ensure that they are encouraging safe drinking in a safe environment. This includes initiatives such as having a strict door policy, ensuring staff are well trained and being respectful of the neighbouring community."
"The closure of Shadans clearly demonstrates the robust approach which City of London Police will take with any licensees who do not manage their premises responsibly and threaten the safety of their patrons as a result."
The owners have 21 days in which to lodge an appeal against the decision.
For further information please contact Catriona Mackie, Press and PR Officer, on 020 7601 2258.
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