Will someone explain to me how a small town like Haslingden can have so many fast food take-away premises?

Indian, Chinese, Cantonese, Burger Bars, Pizza Parlours, Fried Chicken and traditional Fish & Chips; there must be twenty or more in and around the town centre.

How can they all be making a profit...or am I missing something? Does nobody cook at home anymore?

Furthermore recent surveys and publicity suggests that such establishments produce some of the least healthy food available.

Perhaps we need a Jamie Oliver on the Council.