PLANS to convert a recently-closed pub into a supermarket have been withdrawn.

An application seeking a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed change of use of the former Glassblower pub on Boundary Road was sent to the council, as the Star recently reported.

Applicant J Anand sent in the bid for the conversion to council planners.

Plans had stated that the pub had ceased trading in May this year.

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A certificate of lawfulness is a means of obtaining a decision from a planning authority that a proposed use or works do not require planning permission.

In the application, a verification statement said: "This statement and accompanying plans highlight the comprehensive benefits of the proposed development for the future use of the now vacant Glassblowers public house.

"These proposals have been developed in direct consultation with the client with the future of the building in mind.

"The proposed space will provide a local shop for local people with the conversion within Planning Class E."

A decision notice on the council's planning portal confirmed that the application has been withdrawn. 

A reason for the withdrawal was not cited. A correspondence from the council to the applicant suggested they discuss any amendments or revisions with the case officer if they intend to resubmit.

Announcing its closure in a Facebook post earlier this year, The Glassblower said on May 8: "It is with a heavy heart that we have come to the decision to close our doors after this weekend due to a change in circumstances, we would like to thank each and everyone of our loyal customers who has stuck with us up until now, we’ve made the best memories along the way and friends for life!"