Plans have been revealed to install an ATM (cash machine) in a vape shop in Morecambe.

NCR Atleos, an automatic teller machine (ATM) provider, want to install an ATM or cash machine at The Black Corner, 264, Marine Road Central, Morecambe which is a vape shop.

The design and heritage access statement by NCR Atleos said: “We are proposing to install an ATM to the right-hand side of the main entrance of The Black Corner vape shop, Morecambe.

“The site is situated on a busy high street and is located within the Morecambe conservation area but is not a listed building.

The Black Corner, 264, Marine Road Central, Morecambe. Plans have been unveiled to install an ATM at the vape shop.

placeholder image — The Black Corner, 264, Marine Road Central, Morecambe. Plans have been unveiled to install an ATM at the vape shop.

“The site is situated on the promenade in Morecambe’s central conservation area fronting onto the promenade but with side elevations to Pedder Street.

“The components and materials that will be used are sympathetic to the local area; great care will be taken when work is done on the building.

"The ATM will not affect any existing architectural features and the integrity of the property.”

NCR Atleos said that the installed ATM will provides a 24/7 service to the local community. It will be a modern facility which benefits the local community by offering cash on demand and encouraging spending in the local area.

The Black Corner vape shop in Morecambe. There are plans to install an ATM in the shop.

In planning documents NCR Atleos also said: “The purpose of the installation of this Automated Teller Machine is to provide a 24-hour banking facility for the local community and visitors to the area.

“This is not a new structure, but the installation of an ATM in an existing shop.

“The ATM is of standard design and located in many areas throughout the UK and is accepted as a necessary facility.

“The area where the ATM will be installed is in a well-lit open area in full view of pedestrians aiding natural surveillance.

"The access to the site and other properties has not been affected. In designing this application, we have taken into account the needs of able and disabled users.

“The ATM is set at a height that makes it accessible for all users and has space to the front for a wheelchair.”

Councillors have yet to make a decision on the planning application.

View the planning application reference number 26/00344/FUL at https://planning.lancaster.gov.uk/online-applications/