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Oxford Chinese takeaway could reopen as off-licence shop
Green Bamboo in Botley Road, which is listed online as ‘permanently closed’, has submitted a licensing application to Oxford City Council to convert the former takeaway into an alcohol-selling premises.
Green Bamboo Chinese takeaway in Botley Road could become an off-licence (Image: Newsquest)
In November 2024, Avtar Singh was granted permission to convert it into a restaurant but now Manpreet Lalpurwal wants to open what could be called ‘Botley Booze’.
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The licence will allow for the sale of alcohol for consumption off premises from 8am to 11pm Monday to Sunday.
The application says Avtar Singh Lalpurwal will have no day‑to‑day role in running the premises, except when he is on site to deliver stock.
If you wish to object to this application, email licensing@oxford.gov.uk, or visit the application online.