The managers of a pub in Caversham are in trouble with the police who have accused them of selling stolen alcohol and meat to customers.

The Red Cow in Star Road has stood since the mid 18th century as a community local for neighbours.

But now its current managers are in trouble with Thames Valley Police, with licensing officers accusing them of selling stolen alcohol and meats.

The police force has applied to review the licence, which could result in alcohol sales being banned or suspended for a temporary period.

The Red Cow is currently open until 11pm Tuesday to Sunday.

Chefs at the pub serve a varied menu of Asian food such as momo, curries and chow mein as well as burgers, chips and other items. 

Once a licence is granted, operators are expected to uphold the four licensing objectives, which are the prevention of crime and disorder. maintenance of public safety. the prevention of public nuisance. and the protection of children from harm.

A public notice states: "Thames Valley Police submit this application for review in order to address the failure of the premises licence holder to promote the licensing objectives via their insufficient measures to ensure due diligence and promote the licensing objectives.

"The wholesale purchasing of stolen alcohol and meats by the Premises Licence Holder and staff members at this premises is alarming and steps need to be taken to safeguard the local community."

A statutory consultation into the review has been triggered.

You can comment by emailing licensing@reading.gov.uk. The deadline for responses will be reached on Monday, October 21.