A new bar and diner for Falmouth has finally been given the go-ahead - but with 32 conditions of opening.

The Dark Horse Sports Diner, which is taking over the former 18th century Cornish Bank and later One Stop Shop at 34 Church Street, had reapplied for an alcohol and entertainment licence after Cornwall Council's licensing committee, which makes the final decision, refused the first application in March.

The reason given for the refusal previously was that it would add to the cumulative impact of licensed premises in that area.

A number of residents had lodged objections, although Falmouth Town Council had given its support.

Now, on the second attempt, owner Simon Fudge has won approval from Cornwall Council also.

A representative for Mr Fudge, who is also designated premises supervisor and responsible operator of The Kings opposite, told the licensing meeting that the layout of the building would make it an ideal sports diner.

He also outlined measures that would be put in place if the licence was granted to address noise issues, including an inner lobby, secondary double glazing and new air conditioning unit.

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No glass or drinks would be permitted to leave the building and staff would make checks outside to make sure no detritus was left.

He added that the development would create employment and revive the town centre by re-using a redundant building.

Six members of the public also spoke and raised concerns, including about the proposed opening hours, possible noise issues - with the level of noise and violence said to be "escalating" recently - and that people could already be heard talking on mobile telephones late at night, creating a nuisance for sleeping residents.

The representative for Mr Fudge went on to reiterate there were no concerns raised by police or Public Health and that the diner would not be hosting DJS or live bands, with background music allowed until 11pm without the need for a licence anyway.

He also said that while the concerns were understandable, both the businesses and neighbouring homes were within a town centre, which by nature would not be as quiet as a rural area.

He added that it was recognised there was a need to balance the noise whilst keeping the town Centre viable and providing employment.

The licensing committee agreed to grant the premises licence but under 32 conditions.

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These included that standard opening hours must be 8am to 11pm Sunday to Thursday, and until midnight on Friday and Saturday.

Alcohol can only be served between 8am and 10.30pm Sunday to Thursday, and until 11.30pm Friday and Saturday, and that any form of entertainment (indoors only) must end at 11pm Sunday to Thursday, and midnight Friday and Saturday.

CCTV must be installed, it must operate a "Challenge 25 policy" when serving alcohol, anyone appearing intoxicated or behaving in a disorderly manner cannot be allowed entry and it must join the Pubwatch scheme.

The lobby area with two inner doors, and secondary double glazing, are also conditions, and is that doors and windows must be kept closed at all times except when entering/exiting, prominent notices must warn people to leave quietly, staff must regularly monitor people smoking outside and glass bottles will not be disposed or between 8pm and 7am. Commercial waste will not be collected before 7am.

A phone number will given to neighbouring residents and businesses, and if a complaint is received about noise nuisance from a member of the public, Cornwall Council or the police "immediate remedial action shall be taken."

Conditions further state that a member of door staff must be employed on Friday and Saturday evenings and during televised sporting events of national or international interest.