Falkirk area petrol station shop granted alcohol licence

Falkirk Council’s Licensing Board heard the premises on Maddiston Road was well-stocked, and well-used by local people buying groceries.

Representing Penny Petroleum, Caroline Loudon also told the board members that alcohol was sold in 51 of its 61 outlets across the country without any problems.

One objection had been received from a neighbour who complained about the litter in the area.

Board members are unable to visit sites at the moment, due to the Coronavirus pandemic, but Licensing Standards Officers provided photographs to the virtual meeting.

They reported that the area – which is also home to Candied ice-cream shop, a Four-in-One and a car wash – seemed tidy and well maintained and the shop seemed to be well run when they visited.

Police Scotland had no objection to the licence being granted and members of the board granted the application.