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Wetherspoon's New Pub in Wetherby Gains Licence, Despite Noise and Rowdy Concerns

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A new JD Wetherspoon pub in Wetherby, Yorkshire, has been granted a premises license, despite concerns over noise levels and rowdy behaviour from nearby residents and the local council. The pub, located in the former Sant Angelo restaurant, will employ around 50 people and have a family-friendly atmosphere. However, two nearby householders had expressed serious concerns over the potential for noise levels and disruptions, particularly on racing event days.

Key Takeaways:

  • The new JD Wetherspoon pub in Wetherby will operate from 9am to midnight on Sunday to Wednesday, and until 1am on Thursday to Sunday, with last orders restricted to midnight on Thursdays.
  • The pub will employ around 50 people and have a family-friendly atmosphere.
  • Wetherspoon's has agreed to take measures to prevent public nuisance, including CCTV, a challenge 21 policy, and no drinks outside after 11pm.
  • Conservative ward councillor Norma Harrington supported the new pub, stating that it would help regenerate the town, but also highlighted concerns from nearby residents.
  • Two nearby householders had expressed concerns over noise levels and disruptions, with councillor Harrington stating that they had serious concerns about the potential noise levels.

Statistics:

  • The new pub will employ around 50 people.
  • The pub will operate from 9am to midnight on Sunday to Wednesday, and until 1am on Thursday to Sunday.
  • Last orders will be restricted to midnight on Thursdays.
  • CCTV, a challenge 21 policy, and no drinks outside after 11pm will be implemented to prevent public nuisance.
  • The new pub is expected to help regenerate the town, according to councillor Norma Harrington.

Sources:

  • The Yorkshire Post (no specific date provided)
  • Leeds City Council Chairman of the Licensing Sub-committee

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