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John King comments:
This is what happens when you give too much power to Local Authorities.

Mr Coen also asked for a noise limiter to be added to the premises to address the issues complainants had with loud noise.

This would control the pub's sound system and he invited Mr Hill to set the volume limit.

The Committee decided against this, however, and banned the pub from playing live music.

Closing time on Friday and Saturday nights was cut back and a DPS or senior member of staff must always be present while open.