The Star Inn, a pub located in St Mary in the Marsh, has had its licence revoked by Folkestone and Hythe District Council’s Licensing Sub-Committee following concerns from local police regarding its operations and safety practices. The decision, made on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, comes after an incident in June and evidence of ongoing issues raised by Kent Police.
In light of these issues, Kent Police applied for a licence review, which was heard by the licensing committee. The decision to revoke the Star Inn’s licence, pending appeal, underscores the importance of compliance with safety regulations for licensed premises.
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Licensing officer PC Alistair Pringle commented, “Running licensed premises comes with responsibilities, and it’s important that those who run pubs and bars keep their customers safe and prevent anti-social behaviour to neighbouring residents. We will always work with pubs and bars to help them maintain good practices and ensure staff know how to help people when needed. However, where we believe licence holders are not taking their responsibilities seriously and are refusing to engage with authorities, we will take action such as this.”
The committee’s decision serves as a reminder to other pub and bar operators of the importance of adhering to licensing laws and maintaining safe, responsible environments for their patrons and the community.
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