A NEW hot food takeaway could be created despite opposition from local groups.

Judith Douglas Town Planning Ltd has submitted plans to Ribble Valley Council to change the use of part of the ground floor of the former White Horse Inn, on York Street, Clitheroe into a hot food takeaway.

It will occupy the former bar, kitchen and toilet areas of the pub at the rear of the building.

The proposed takeaway will have opening hours of 9am to 11pm.

A number of households have raised objections to the application because of concerns it would lead to greater noise pollution through late night deliveries and parking in the area.

Cllr Ruth Hargreaves, who represents the area, said: "I do not think it's a good idea to open a takeaway up here.

"My concern is if we get one takeaway in this area how many other similar businesses will want to do the same in the town."

A final decision on the application will be made at tonight's planning and development meeting.