Police have issued temporary closure notices to two licensed premises in Ipswich following separate incidents over the weekend. The closures affect Waterlily on St Helen's Street and Supper Club on Tacket Street.
What's new: Suffolk Constabulary executed a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant at Waterlily on Saturday, resulting in three arrests. A separate incident at Supper Club early Sunday morning led to three more arrests for affray.
Why it matters: These closures highlight ongoing efforts by local authorities to combat drug-related activities and antisocial behaviour in Ipswich's nightlife venues.
Waterlily closure:
Ends 21 October at 7:30pm
Three men arrested, aged 36, 31, and 62
Charges include suspicion of drug supply and possession
Supper Club closure:
Ends 22 October at 2pm
Three men arrested, aged 50, 41, and 31
Arrests followed reports of an altercation at 3:40am Sunday
All suspects have been bailed and are due to return to police in November or January
What's next: Suffolk Constabulary will work with Ipswich Borough Council's Licensing team to investigate both incidents. The police have requested an urgent review of Waterlily's premises licence.
