11th November 1996

Mr S Bryson
Flat B
48 Tavistock Road
London
W11 1AW

Dear Mr Bryson

Thank you for your letter regarding your experience at the Hogshead Portobello.

Having discussed the matter with the house manager, let me assure you that he has no knowlwdge of political problems that you may have experienced over recent years.

It is at the manager's discretion who may or may not be served in the Hogshead Portobello, and as you correctly point out, no reason need be given. Having discussed it at length with the manager, as joint licensee, I confirm that the decision to bar you remains in force.

Yours sincerely

STEVE HAYDON
Area Manager
CHILTERN INNS

cc: A Whitehead