HC Deb 19 January 1954 vol 522 cc823-4
34. Mr. Forman

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if the town planning authority for Glasgow were consulted prior to the granting of the new licence for a public house situated at 3–5, Avenue End Road, Glasgow, E.1.

Mr. J. Stuart

I am informed that they were not, but that they granted planning permission thereafter.

Mr. Forman

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that this public house is situated less than 50 yards from one of Glasgow's largest public parks and recreation grounds—a recreation ground used largely by children and adolescents—and that it will hinder the Glasgow authority in keeping good order here and have a bad effect on the children and adolescents using the recreation ground? Further, can he say if this public house is to be a tied house? If so, will he name the brewery company behind this application?

Mr. Stuart

As to the last part of that supplementary question, I am not aware whether or not it is a tied house: that was not asked in the Question. I am assured that the matter is being handled in a perfectly proper manner. Licensing courts have complete discretion to grant or withhold licensing certificates, and I shall not interfere with them, but if the hon. Member wishes to invite me to visit the public house when it is in full production, I shall consider that invitation.