A TEENAGER has been referred to the youth offending panel following an assault at a city centre pub.

The 17-year-old boy, who cannot be named due to his young age, was convicted of assault by beating.

According to court documents, the incident happened on December 19 last year at Wetherspoons in Centenary Square when he assaulted another male by beating him.

He initially denied the offence but changed his plea to guilty on April 13.

The teenager was referred to the Bradford Youth Offender panel for a period of four months

Compensation of £100 must also be paid by the teenager's parent or guardian and a collection order was made.

Court documents state this will be paid at £20 per week, commencing on April 27 this year.