and update at 1930. The combatants’ statements are awaited with interest.

The fence put up by Fullers shown in the previous post was taken down this morning. The brewers were seeking to maintain entry to all the doors. At 930am it was being replaced by breeze blocks to prevent the use of those doors which are at the front of the building on Well Lane.

Tony O’Neill, the former licensee who claimed ownership by adverse possession, was successful in his claim to the Lands Tribunal. He stated this morning that its decision established his right to the land up to the doors. Fullers appear not to agree.

Tony, shown in the picture above in discussion with local residents this morning, is not making himself popular in the local court of public opinion, which might fear a return to a state several years back, when the whole frontage was boarded up.

Tony says he will be issuing a full statement later this week. Fullers and the Council have not been approached for comment.