Manchester tower block allowed to sell booze from vending machine
manchestereveningnews.co.ukOwners of an apartment complex have been given permission to sell alcohol from a vending machine - despite concerns from public health it could be used by under 18’s.
T1 Union East Tower, an incomplete co-living space with 871 rooms available for short-term leases, has been permitted a new premises licence to sell alcohol and provide live music events on its ground and first floors.
This ‘unusual application’ as described by Tony Lyons, representing applicants Vita Living, is to ‘provide amenity and provide a place that has a good atmosphere which is a great place to live’ for young professionals.
Manchester Council’s Licensing Sub-committee heard how the first floor provides space for residents to sit and relax which could also play host to different bespoke events for members of the accommodation. READ MORE: 'The north was promised the earth, but could be let down once again - it's madness' READ MORE: 'In the dark' mayor and council leader write to Rishi Sunak over 'massive ramifications' of axing HS2 to Manchester The Water Street site - within the former home of Granada Studios in the St John’s neighbourhood - includes a plan to provide a vending machine which requires access to a phone application only a resident can use.
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