Following our previous reports (see below), Natives can now confirm that the closure of the Doron Pub and Scotts was indeed due to a review of their Fire and Safety classification.

In this instance, the authorities decided that since the last review four years ago, circumstances have changed and new measures were necessary.   

Previously establishments have been allowed extra time to make the required changes, but following the Mont Blanc Tunnel and Corsican stadium disasters, the French authorities have not been taking any chances and closed both properties immediately.  Natives understands that similar action has been taken against French-owned establishments, which ends theories of a anti-British motivation.

The hotel and Scotts will not open again this season and renovation will be done this summer.  Le Pub will reopen for business tonight (Monday) for the first time in a week.