Funky Monkey Licence Cut

The Funky Monkey Bar in Bench Street, Dover, has had a significant reduction in the area available for customers to use following a Licensing Review on Tuesday 30 June 2009.

Kent Fire and Rescue brought the review following an inspection of the premises. The bar owners had constructed a large wooden structure over an outside terrace without permission. Kent Fire Service told the Committee that in the event of a fire in this area there was a likelihood of significant injury or loss of life. For that reason the premises licence was reduced so that the terrace area is no longer covered by the licence.

DDC Licensing Manager, Tony Bartlett, said: "In these difficult economic times, Dover District Council is working to support local businesses and we understand that businesses will try different means to increase income. However, our primary concern has to be the safety of the public, and we would encourage businesses to talk us as at the earliest opportunity for appropriate advice before carrying out works like this."

The owners have 21 days to appeal the decision.