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Sub Club owner says the venue’s future is under threat

"it's very serious," says the Glasgow clubbing institution's managing director...

The future of leading Glasgow nightclub, Sub Club, is under threat, according to its managing director.

Mike Grieve said that the 410-capacity Jamaica Street clubbing institution faces an uncertain future as a result of a planned Wetherspoon hotel development nearby.

"it's very serious," Grieve said. “It’s serious for us as a business and an established music institution but moreover it’s serious for music venues generally in so far as there is a clear need for them to be protected.”

“I think this sets a precedent that is very concerning for other venues and the night-time economy," he added. "Glasgow punches above its weight in terms of music. Hotels are very important but without the music economy bringing tourists into the city I would question their viability. If no one is here to fill them what’s the point?”

The club are currently taking advice on legal action.

Sub Club ranked #98 in this year's Top 100 Clubs.

The club features in this month's top 30 UK club events.

Sub Club recently played host to a DJ Mag Session featuring Nicole Moudaber.