Christchurch is set to get another pizza restaurant.

A planning application for the former William Hill betting shop, has been approved by planners at BCP Council.

The application sought permission to transform the building into a pizza restaurant.

It was submitted by the owner of Eat Pizza in Lymington, an artisan pizza restaurant which also sells craft beer.

In granting permission, a council officer said the restaurant could open between 12pm – 10.30pm Monday to Sunday.

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Until a refuse plan is sorted, the business cannot open, it added.

Eat Pizza in Lymington offer dishes including pizza fries, a wide-range of pizzas and dough balls.

They also offer a takeaway menu.