A very good example of the importance of an accurate (and valid) community impact statement. In this case extended trading was REFUSED on the basis of an invalid application.
Although the public consultation and site notice referred to the extended trading authorisation, and the proposed Sunday trading hours reflected the non-standard early morning trade, both the mandatory stakeholder consultation notices and the ‘FM2010’ CIS-B form did not.
It is also apparent this application was awaiting determination for 18 months, no doubt delayed by the issue with the extended trading authorisation.
Take home message is unsurprising - ensure the validity of your applications, be precise with your CIS and avoid waiting 18 months for a decision.