This from the 'Killed by the PEL system thread'. Not quite Hull but just across the River Humber.

Subject: RE: Killed by the PEL system Part 2
From: Oakley - PM
Date: 23 Nov 02 - 05:04 AM

The Hope and Anchor pub in South Ferriby has just fallen victim to North Lincolnshire Council's insistance on enforcing the PEL requirement without any complaints from neighbours from this sleepy village. This is the e-mail that I sent to the members of Punch the Horse on Friday 22nd November:

"Bob has completely enthused all the boozers in the village with his hard work and enthusiasm in rescuing a dormant pub. He took over what he thought was a musical venue and planned to develop it by booking fine musicians and Punch the Horse. What a pity that his adverts in the Evening Telegraph were examined by the forensic party-poopers in North Lincs Trading Standards department who compared the venue with a list of those who hold PELs and asked him to cease. He is rightly livid. As I understand it, North Lincs have given him permission to hold the Cara gig on the 5th. After that; no more gigs for 28 days, during which time the pub will be assessed for the issuing of a PEL. Mary, you can expect a call from him soon during which he will explain his frustration. When the Nelthorpe Arms went through the excercise, it took 3 months to secure the license. But I understand that he is going to endure the process. If I hear any more, I'll get in touch."

Pity, isn't it?

Oakley