PLANS have been submitted to open a new café on Orford Lane.

Whittle Hall resident Kalender Meryem has submitted an application to convert the former Babycakes and Roses Cakecraft into a daytime café to Warrington Borough Council’s planning department.

The proposed café would open from 7am-4pm if the plans are approved.

Fairfield and Howley councillor Tony Higgins has opposed the plans on the grounds of anti-social behaviour, litters and odours.

In his objection Cllr Higgins said: “As ward councillors we have made it our priority to work hard and to give the local community a voice on where they live.

“This application would seriously damage Orford Lane, brining further problems to an already challenging area.”

A consultation on the plan will run until Thursday October 13.