Havering Licensing Sub-Committee
Havering Licensing Sub-Committee recently suspended a pub's licence after violent disorder.
In April 2026, the Havering Licensing Sub-Committee suspended the licence for The Chequers pub in Hornchurch for four weeks. This decision, made on April 9, 2026, followed an expedited review initiated by the Chief Officer of Police for Havering Borough due to violent disorder at the premises in March 2026. The Designated Premises Supervisor was also removed.
The committee is responsible for making licensing decisions within the Havering local authority. During the review of The Chequers pub, evidence presented by the police included CCTV footage and till receipts, which suggested alcohol sales after licensed hours.
Key facts
- The Havering Licensing Sub-Committee suspended The Chequers pub licence for four weeks in April 2026. Source
- The decision was made on April 9, 2026, after an expedited review. Source
- The Designated Premises Supervisor for The Chequers pub was removed. Source
- The review was initiated by the Chief Officer of Police for Havering Borough. Source
- Violent disorder occurred at The Chequers pub in March 2026. Source
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