several days, were rife yesterday.

One source indicated that owner Miss Cathy Ferreira may not reopen the pub, which has heavy debts.

Less than three weeks ago, Miss Ferreira announced grand plans to revamp the business, changing its name and introducing live music.

She said then the bar's reputation for violence before she bought it in April had destroyed its clientele but also revealed she had discovered new debts since taking a 81 percent stake in the pub.