Council leader Barry Aspinell says the situation has become "really, really awful".

The pub's owners feel "great sadness and regret" about the incident, a council meeting hears.

Police say they are concerned about the number of alleged assaults at the venue.

Brentwood resident Anthony John says he avoids the area and shops elsewhere because of the roads.

Police says there is a "pattern of concern" following another alleged assault at the pub last year.

Environmental health officers are investigating firms in Brentwood offering the cosmetic procedure.

Conservatives lose control of Thurrock and Basildon councils, and narrowly hold on to Harlow.

Conservative councillors claim residents are being "rail-roaded" into accepting the plans.