Fears new store will bring ‘drugs, gangs and violence’ to village

Proposals to grant an alcohol licence at a former Chinese takeaway in Gateacre have been met with horror by concerned villagers. A bid has been lodged with Liverpool Council by Antany Jayaseelan Mariyathas to transform the former Happy Family takeaway into a convenience store. Mr Mariyathas is seeking permission to trade alcohol from 6am to midnight daily. This has caused much consternation in the community, with more than a dozen objections including the Gateacre Society and residents making their feelings known. READ MORE: Try the Liverpool Echo Premium app and get the first month free READ MORE: Pontins issue statement…