Violent pubs on NSW hit list

Violent New South Wales pubs and clubs are to be hit with new licence restrictions, including lock-outs and service bans, but they will also have a chance to get off the blacklist.

Premier Nathan Rees says the new restrictions are being imposed because the public is sick and tired of alcohol-related violence.

Premises where there are 19 or more assaults a year will have to offer free water and food for 10 minutes every hour after midnight, stop serving alcohol 30 minutes before closing and lock their doors to new customers at 2am.

Places where 12 to 18 assaults occur will have the same food and water requirements, will also have to stop service 30 minutes before closing and must not use glasses after midnight. Venues where eight to 11 assaults occur will be assisted by the Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing to strengthen alcohol and security management.

- AAP