Call over plans for sex shop

More thought should be given to the planned location of a new sex shop in Telford, business leaders claimed today.

The call comes amid mounting opposition to applicant Nicola Dicken's plans for a licence to operate a new sex shop at 1A Vineyard Road, Wellington.

Dave Riley, president of Wellington Chamber of Commerce, said: "More thought could be given to a suitable location because of the type of business it is.

"There are locations on the outskirts of Wellington which would draw less controversy."

His call comes as Telford & Wrekin Council licensing chiefs prepare to decide whether to grant a licence to Mrs Dicken, who already runs the Romeo and Juliet sex shop in Ketley Business Park with husband Roger.

Mr Dicken has insisted the shop, if approved, would not admit under-18s and is allowed in Vineyard Road under regulations.

Licensing bosses have had about 50 letters of objection.

Telford & Wrekin Council licensing committee will decide on the application on July 21.