Groucho Club License Suspended Amid Crime Probe

The Groucho Club, a well-known private members’ establishment in Soho, has been temporarily closed after Westminster City Council suspended its licence due to allegations of association with 'serious crime.' The suspension, which follows a request from the Metropolitan Police, is linked to a breach of the club's licensing conditions and is under ongoing investigation. A full hearing regarding the licence review is expected to take place within a month, during which the club will remain closed, impacting its operations during the busy Christmas season. The Groucho Club, famous for its celebrity clientele including Bill Clinton and Kate Moss, was established in the 1980s as a creative alternative to traditional private clubs. The club's management has expressed its seriousness towards the review process and has cooperated with authorities. The exact nature of the crimes alleged has not been disclosed, and further details will emerge as the investigation unfolds.