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The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Woman turned away from Wetherspoons for wearing Union Jack dress ‘absolutely disgusted' over policy
A WOMAN sporting a Union Jack dress was turned away from a Wetherspoon's pub amid anti-immigration protests. Tanya Ostolski said she had been refused service from The Picture House in Advertisement 2 The chain has previously faced backlash after flags were banned during the 2018 World Cup 2 Tanya Ostolski, 54, was refused entry to a Wetherspoon's pub for her Union Jack dress Credit: BPM At first the 54-year-old said she was refused entry for carrying a St George's cross flag. However, even after she'd put the flag in her bag, they still refused to let her in which she said was attributed to her It has left her concerned that she might be barred in future. She told Advertisement Read more News "I put the flag back in my bag, and they said I can't come in because of my dress." Wetherspoon spokesperson Eddie Gershon said: "Pub managers have a duty under the licensing laws, and as a matter of common sense, to judge every situation on its particular circumstances. 'In this case, the pub manager felt that it was important not to increase tensions. 'Therefore, on this occasion the manager asked customers not to enter with flags or any placards.' Advertisement Most read in The Sun It came amid an Protests began at around 4.30pm and had ended by around 7pm. 'Epping migrant protester' is arrested at home as ring of steel ramps up They were sparked by local Reform MP The claim regards a man who was arrested after Advertisement Anderson made the claims on X, despite being advised against it by Nottinghamshire Police as it could interfere with the justice proceedings. An estimated 300 people attended the protest, with around a dozen counter protesters from Stand Up To Racism present. Anger was directed towards At one point in the evening, police guarded the entrance to the Wetherspoon pub after protesters like Tanya complained about being turned away. Advertisement The popular pub chain's "no-flag policy" has seen it face backlash in the past. During the 2018 World Cup it faced backlash after several of its venues were asked Instead, all 32 nations were represented on bunting decorating the pubs. This policy was changed Advertisement
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Woman turned away from Wetherspoons for wearing Union Jack dress ‘absolutely disgusted' over policy
A WOMAN sporting a Union Jack dress was turned away from a Wetherspoon's pub amid anti-immigration protests. Tanya Ostolski said she had been refused service from The Picture House in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire for her patriotic style on Friday. 2 2 At first the 54-year-old said she was refused entry for carrying a St George's cross flag. However, even after she'd put the flag in her bag, they still refused to let her in which she said was attributed to her Union Jack dress. It has left her concerned that she might be barred in future. She told Nottinghamshire Live: "It's our flag, it's our nation's flag. I wasn't being aggressive or anything, I didn't get lairy or anything. "I put the flag back in my bag, and they said I can't come in because of my dress." Wetherspoon spokesperson Eddie Gershon said: "Pub managers have a duty under the licensing laws, and as a matter of common sense, to judge every situation on its particular circumstances. 'In this case, the pub manager felt that it was important not to increase tensions. 'Therefore, on this occasion the manager asked customers not to enter with flags or any placards.' It came amid an anti-illegal immigration demonstration in the town, as protesters gathered 50 metres away from the pub. Protests began at around 4.30pm and had ended by around 7pm. 'Epping migrant protester' is arrested at home as ring of steel ramps up They were sparked by local Reform MP Lee Anderson who has made an unfounded claim that a man charged with rape in the area is an asylum seeker. The claim regards a man who was arrested after reportedly raping a woman at Sutton Lawn. Anderson made the claims on X, despite being advised against it by Nottinghamshire Police as it could interfere with the justice proceedings. An estimated 300 people attended the protest, with around a dozen counter protesters from Stand Up To Racism present. Anger was directed towards Sir Keir Starmer, with people chanting "stop the boats". At one point in the evening, police guarded the entrance to the Wetherspoon pub after protesters like Tanya complained about being turned away. The popular pub chain's "no-flag policy" has seen it face backlash in the past. During the 2018 World Cup it faced backlash after several of its venues were asked not to display England flags, or any other nation's flag. Instead, all 32 nations were represented on bunting decorating the pubs. This policy was changed for the 2024 Euros, during which the pubs were permitted to display flags.
The Journal
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Journal
Wetherspoons on Camden Street gets green light for 13ft-high sound screen after residents objections
AN COIMISIÚN PLEANÁLA has granted planning permission to UK pub giant, JD Wetherspoon for contentious plans for a 13ft high acoustic glass screen that now allows it to reopen a courtyard at its Keavan's Port hotel on Dublin's Camden Street. The planning green light overturns a decision by Dublin City Council earlier this year to refuse planning permission after local residents objected, claiming that the application would turn a 'super-pub' into a 'mega-pub' by reopening the courtyard. JD Wetherspoon closed its beer garden at the venue in April 2022 in response to locals' noise complaints over its operation and the beer garden has remained closed. In response to the JD Wetherspoon planning appeal, the planning commission has granted planning permission after concluding that the works are 'modest in scale and due to the sensitive design, do not detract from the setting of the protected structures'. The order stated that the Commission was satisfied that the proposed works in combination with mitigation measures, would address the issue of noise and its impact on the amenity of the adjoining property. The commission stated that it took into account the totality of information including both the applicant's and observers' noise expert reports submitted. In conditions attached to the permission, the planning commission states that the capacity of the courtyard will be limited to 135 persons and it will operate from 10am to 11pm 'to protect residential amenity'. Advertisement The commission has also attached a condition that there will be no music within this application area directed into the external area. The planning commission has also ordered that there will be no outbreak of amplified music from any activities at nearby noise sensitive locations. JD Wetherspoon will also be required to carry out further acoustic monitoring post commencement of the use of the beer garden to ensure that the patron noise levels projected within the acoustic report are being compiled with. The commission stated that the applicant had demonstrated that the physical interventions, the monitoring of noise and the management of the facility to ensure compliance with the operational mitigation measures would protect the residential amenity of properties in the vicinity. The 13ft high acoustic glass screen is the firm's second bid to address the noise complaints – in 2023, JD Wetherspoon abandoned plans to erect a 43ft high sound barrier, dubbed 'taller than the Berlin Wall' by one objector, after strong local opposition. In an objection lodged with the Council, on behalf of the West of Camden Residents Association, James Wickham stated that the opening of the court-yard would mean that the super-pub would become a mega-pub 'which is totally unsuitable to Camden Street's scale and character'. JD Wetherspoon spokesman, Eddie Gershon said today: 'As you would expect, we are very pleased that An Bord Pleanala has granted the appeal. He said: 'We do not yet have a date for the works to the garden to commence, but we hope to get started as soon as possible. Gershon said: 'We will endeavour to keep our neighbours and the relevant authorities fully briefed when we have more information'.
RTÉ News
16-07-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
JD Wetherspoon gets green light for acoustic screen at Camden St site
An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted planning permission to UK pub giant, JD Wetherspoon, for contentious plans for a 13ft high acoustic glass screen that now allows it to reopen a courtyard at its Keaven's Port hotel on Dublin's Camden Street. The planning green light overturns a decision by Dublin City Council earlier this year to refuse planning permission after local residents objected, claiming that the application would turn a 'super-pub' into a 'mega-pub' by reopening the courtyard. JD Wetherspoon closed its beer garden at the venue in April 2022 in response to locals' noise complaints over its operation and the beer garden has remained closed. In response to the JD Wetherspoon planning appeal, the planning commission has granted planning permission after concluding that the works are "modest in scale and due to the sensitive design, do not detract from the setting of the protected structures". The order stated that the Commission was satisfied that the proposed works in combination with mitigation measures, would address the issue of noise and its impact on the amenity of the adjoining property. The commission stated that it took into account the totality of information including both the applicant's and observers' noise expert reports submitted. In conditions attached to the permission, the planning commission states that the capacity of the courtyard will be limited to 135 persons and it will operate from 10am to 11pm "to protect residential amenity". The commission has also attached a condition that there will be no music within this application area directed into the external area. The planning commission has also ordered that there will be no outbreak of amplified music from any activities at nearby noise sensitive locations. JD Wetherspoon will also be required to carry out further acoustic monitoring post commencement of the use of the beer garden to ensure that the patron noise levels projected within the acoustic report are being compiled with. The commission stated that the applicant had demonstrated that the physical interventions, the monitoring of noise and the management of the facility to ensure compliance with the operational mitigation measures would protect the residential amenity of properties in the vicinity. The 13ft high acoustic glass screen is the firm's second bid to address the noise complaints - in 2023, JD Wetherspoon abandoned plans to erect a 43ft high sound barrier, dubbed "taller than the Berlin Wall" by one objector, after strong local opposition. In an objection lodged with the Council, on behalf of the West of Camden Residents Association, James Wickham stated that the opening of the court-yard would mean that the super-pub would become a mega-pub "which is totally unsuitable to Camden Street's scale and character". JD Wetherspoon spokesman, Eddie Gershon said on Wednesday: "As you would expect, we are very pleased that An Bord Pleanala has granted the appeal. He said: "We do not yet have a date for the works to the garden to commence, but we hope to get started as soon as possible. Mr Gershon said: "We will endeavour to keep our neighbours and the relevant authorities fully briefed when we have more information".
The Sun
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Full list of Wetherspoons at risk of closure as six pubs are put up for sale and punters say it's the ‘end of an era'
WETHERSPOONS has revealed six of its popular pubs are at risk of closure. The much-loved pub chain is putting six of its boozers up for sale as part of what it called a "commercial decision". 1 Spoons has been offloading some of its smaller or older pubs over the last couple of years, but has continued to open other sites. It has roughly 800 pubs across the UK currently. The sites up for sale now are: The Water Gate - Barnstaple The Babington Arms - Derby Baxter's Court, Hackney Kentish Drovers, Peckham The Grey Friar, Preston The William Jameson, Sunderland The chain told the Morning Advertiser the pubs are in "busy locations across the UK". Disappointed pubgoers shared the news on social media, with one person saying: "Another blow for the London boroughs sadly. "Derby patrons will be devastated though its slightly off the beaten track very popular with real ale enthusiasts." Another said: "Baxter's Court is a community asset in an area that's rapidly gentrifying. Save Baxter's Court!" A third wrote: "Shocking!! The watergate is a b***** good pub for the company!" The Sun understands there will be no redundancies when The Grey Friar in Preston is sold, with staff offered jobs at other pubs in the chain. Why are pubs closing? But one devastated local said: "Happy memories starting our Friday nights in Greyfriars… it will be missed." Another said it was the "end of an era". Wetherspoon spokesperson Eddie Gershon said: "Wetherspoon does, on occasion, put some of its pubs up for sale. "This is a commercial decision by the company. "The pubs will continue to operate as Wetherspoon outlets until they are sold." The last Spoons pub to close down was The Spon Gate in Coventry. The city centre pub was a favourite among locals, who said it was the "best" location in the area. Wetherspoon has also delayed plans to open two sites in London and one in Essex. The Sun Wharf had been due to open in London Bridge on August 26 but it's now been delayed to September 2. The opening of a new branch in Fulham Broadway was delayed by three weeks. The site was due to open on June 17 but eventually opened on July 8. Meanwhile The King of Essex in Basildon was set to open on September 23 but has now been pushed back to September 30. It's not uncommon for businesses to delay the openings of sites by a few weeks. At the same time, Spoons has been opening more sites across the country. Here's the full list... Marlow, Buckinghamshire - already open London Waterloo Station - already open The Conister Arms, Douglas, Isle of Man - already open Walham Green, Fulham Broadway - already open Dictum of Kenilworth, Warwickshire - opening July 29 The Sun Wharf, Tooley Street, London Bridge - opening September 2 The Sir Alexander Fleming, Paddington - opening September 23 The King of Essex in Basildon - opening September 30 The Chiltern, Beaconsfield - opening December 2. How can I save money at Wetherspoons? FREE refills - Buy a £1.50 tea, coffee or hot chocolate and you can get free refills. The deal is available all day, every day. Check a map - Prices can vary from one location the next, even those close to each other. So if you're planning a pint at a Spoons, it's worth popping in nearby pubs to see if you're settling in at the cheapest. Choose your day - Each night the pub chain runs certain food theme nights. For instance, every Thursday night is curry club, where diners can get a main meal and a drink for a set price cheaper than usual. Pick-up vouchers - Students can often pick up voucher books in their local near universities, which offer discounts on food and drink, so keep your eyes peeled. Get appy - The Wetherspoons app allows you to order and pay for your drink and food from your table - but you don't need to be in the pub to use it. Taking full advantage of this, cheeky customers have used social media to ask their friends and family to order them drinks. The app is free to download on the App Store or Google Play. Check the date - Every year, Spoons holds its Tax Equality Day to highlight the benefits of a permanently reduced tax bill for the pub industry. It usually takes place in September, and last year it fell on Thursday, September 14. As well as its 12-day Real Ale Festival every Autumn, Wetherspoons also holds a Spring Festival.
