Cardiff chippy’s 24-hour licence bid denied over cops’ fears about bad behaviour
Councillors rejected Parc Lane Fish and Chips' application following concerns from South Wales Police it could lead to a spike in crime and drunkenness
A BID for the first 24-hour, year-round chip shop was turned down due to police fears about late-night boozers.
Councillors rejected the application following concerns from Cardiff cops that it could cause a rise in anti-social behaviour.
Chief Inspector Joe Jones, of South Wales Police, lodged a formal complaint warning that an all-day licence granted to Parc Lane Fish and Chips may cause a spike in alcohol-related crime.
Residents who live near the restaurant also objected on grounds of noise and litter.
One objection said: "As a resident of the area, I can no longer avail of the facilities in the area as I cannot walk home alone in the late evenings."
Another said: "I do not wish to see an increase in drunkenness, crime and disorder, noise, litter and general disruption."
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Parc Lane Fish & Chips is located on Cardiff's Queen Street - one of the city's busiest streets and is currently open from 11am to 6am.
The chippy's bosses have 21 days to appeal.
Blackpool has a 24/7 chippy but it opens only in peak summer season.