Bookmakers in Carlow receive go-ahead to expand into neighbouring retail unit

A bookmakers in Carlow has received the go-ahead to expand into a neighbouring retail unit. 

The planning application submitted to Carlow County Council by Boyle Sports in November 2022 was approved at the end of April 2023. 

It allows for the change of use of an existing shop unit on No 21 Main Street in Bagenalstown from retail use to bookmakers office use. 

The unit will combine with the existing bookmakers at No 22 Main Street to form one larger shop with associated revised signage and site works. 

The application was approved with 11 conditions.