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Two Liverpool shops hit with three-month closure orders after Trading Standards investigations
Overview
Magistrates have issued three-month closure orders on two convenience stores in north Liverpool following investigations by Liverpool Council's Trading Standards teams. A shop on Utting Avenue was shut down over underage vape sales and illegal tobacco, while a similar order was issued for Old Swan Off Licence on Prescot Road. Both stores now face potential revocation of their premises licences.
Key points
- Two convenience stores in north Liverpool received three-month closure orders from magistrates.
- Investigations were conducted by Liverpool Council's Trading Standards teams.
- The shop on Utting Avenue was closed due to underage vape sales as well as illegal cigarettes and tobacco.
- Old Swan Off Licence on Prescot Road received a similar closure order.
- Liverpool Council's licensing and gambling committee will hold hearings to decide whether the shops can continue selling alcohol.