A controversy-saddled Burnley nightclub opened its doors again this weekend after a week of disputes with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service.
Proj3kt nightclub, in Hammerton Street, underwent a pre-arranged fire safety audit on October 17, and the fire service issued a prohibition notice to the venue.
This meant the club had to close immediately until risks were resolved and approved by the fire service.
However, the club reopened on Thursday night, October 23, after a new inspection was completed by Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service chief inspectors.
A spokesperson for Proj3kt said: “After a full new inspection done by the chief inspectors for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service yesterday, we are pleased to let everyone know that they have lifted the Prohibition Notice from the venue.”
Throughout the closure, the fire service said it was committed to working with the owners to ensure that the venue can operate safely and in compliance with fire safety regulators.
However, the club said it had initially disagreed with the ruling of the fire service, claiming £20,000 was being spent on “upgrading the electrical system and emergency lighting and in general get the place up to scratch for the safety of customers and staff.”
Proj3kt declined to comment on the fire service’s statement but said it had instructed solicitors to deal with it.
It was revoked over concerns around children as young as 13 being admitted into the venue, drug sale and use, and anti-social behaviour.
The club’s owner’s Jason and Rebecca McQuoid are seeking to overturn the decision through the courts, with the appeals process ongoing.
They last appeared at Burnley Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, August 26, for a case management hearing.
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