The summer weather of 2015 may not have been one for the record books but Douglas Development Partnership is urging cafe owners in the town centre to look ahead to 2016 and apply for licences to operate pavement cafes now.
Town centre manager Michelle O’Malley said: ‘The licensing of pavement cafes ensures high standards are met. Properly managed and presented with quality furniture and barrier fittings pavement cafes can contribute hugely to a vibrant town centre atmosphere, as they encourage customers to linger longer in the retail areas, so not only benefit cafe outlets but also local businesses. And customers are clearly not deterred from enjoying alfresco cafe culture even when the sun goes in and the temperature goes down, so I would urge cafe owners to apply for their 2016 licences now.’
Pavement cafes require planning approval. Full details are listed on the ‘Pavement Cafes and Highways Licences’ page of Douglas Borough Council’s website. www.douglas.gov.im.
For more information contact Michelle O’Malley, Douglas Development Partnership, 7-13 Victoria Street, Douglas, 696304, momalley@douglas.gov.im.
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