PROPOSALS to open a new Co-op convenience store in a New Forest village have been put forward.

A licensing application for a food store at Westcliffe Buildings on Sea Road, Barton-on-Sea, has been submitted to New Forest District Council.

The premises licence plans set out opening hours of 6am to 11pm every day, with alcohol sold throughout the entire opening period.

A spokesperson for Co-op said: “We are constantly looking for opportunities to improve our portfolio of stores across the country and would welcome the chance to establish a new food store in Barton-on-Sea. Co-op is a community retailer and we are committed to playing an active role in local life.”