Kirsty Dunlop stated, "We've had to stop everything while we think about what's going on. We've set up a crowdfunding page but Greenwich Hospital wants 50,000 by Wednesday." This urgent financial demand has forced the pub's temporary closure as they seek additional funding.
Dunlop added, "We always knew we'd have to pay the money, but they have asked for it within two weeks and that's not something we can do." This time constraint presents a significant challenge for the pub's owners.
She explained, "We take no money from running the pub - everything goes back into it. We were paying half rent under an agreement, but they said it had come to an end and we have to pay them within two weeks." This highlights the financial strain and unexpected demands on the pub's management.
Dunlop expressed concern, "But the owners fear that without such an intervention, the pub will be forced to close for good." This reflects the community's investment and the potential loss of a longstanding local venue.
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