A Warwick McDonald's has taken the next step in its plan to stay open 24/7.

The fast food outlet at Tesco on Emscote Road has already been given planning permission - for a trial period - to stay open through the night.

But now it needs a licence from Warwick District Council (WDC) before the major change can be implemented.

The application to the local authority is for a 12-month licence.

It says a robust CCTV policy will be in place.

"This restaurant understands that in extending our opening hours we have a duty to the local community and that we continue to protect our staff and customers from danger and harm," the application said. 

"We believe that the systems we have in place are robust, thorough and will, as far as reasonably practicable, secure the promotion of the four licensing objectives. 

"It should be noted that no McDonald's restaurant within the United Kingdom serves alcohol and further none of our drinks or food are served to customers in glass receptacles. 

"We are eager to work in partnership with all responsible authorities to ensure the promotion of the four licensing objectives.

"We also seek to work with the local communities, whom we serve, in achieving a successful cohesion between our business operations and our neighbours."

Locals have until the end of February to comment on the application.

When planning permission for the change was approved at the end of last year, councillors questioned why planning officers had not raised objections over the change.

When planning permission for the restaurant was first granted, conditions were imposed that opening be restricted to 6am until 11pm each day to prevent overnight nuisance. 

Many residents objected to the 24/7 opening hours.

See the full application here.