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August 2015

Following a series of alcohol-related incidents of disorder at the popular Ipswich nightclub Sin, the club was forced to defend, for the third time in its recent history, review proceedings brought (on this occasion) by Suffolk police. The police review was supported by local residents and businesses who wished to see the nightclub closed. Following expert analysis of the crime figures, and extensive negotiations with the police, Ipswich Council agreed to a add a series of conditions onto the premises licence as proposed by the operator that permitted the venue to continue to operate as a successful nightclub in the town centre. Gary Grant acted for the club owners instructed by Hugh Rowland of Gotelee Solicitors.