A convenience store faces potential license revocation after allegedly selling alcohol to a minor and other violations, raising community concerns.
Weston-super-Mare: A local convenience store is in hot water for allegedly selling alcohol to a 13-year-old girl. This incident has raised eyebrows and concerns in the community.
The Weston Convenience Store on Regent Street reportedly sold alcohol to the girl during a busy weekend event in 2022. After that, police gave the store a warning, but things didn’t improve. They claim the store also sold alcohol to street drinkers and even had staff setting off fireworks outside.
Now, the store’s future hangs in the balance as the North Somerset Council will hold a licensing hearing on January 7. The police are pushing to revoke the store’s license, citing ongoing issues.
According to police reports, the designated supervisor received a warning after the underage sale. However, they were seen letting off fireworks in a public area, which posed a safety risk. The police have CCTV footage showing the dangerous situation.
The store is located near popular spots like the floral clock and Alexandra Parade. Police have warned that if street drinkers continue to buy alcohol from the store and cause trouble, they could face serious consequences.
In a recent visit, police found that only half of the alcohol was labeled correctly, which is a requirement for their license. This has added to the scrutiny the store is under.
Interestingly, a known street drinker was spotted buying alcohol from the store while appearing intoxicated. Police noted that he was unsteady and slurring his words, yet the sale went through without any issues. A staff member claimed the customer seemed fine, which raises questions about the store’s practices.
The upcoming hearing will be crucial for the store, as the community watches closely to see what happens next.
