A FOOD delivery service has applied for a licence to add alcohol to its new grocery store for Reading.
Deliveroo works with restaurants and companies to allow people to order online. A network of cyclists and motorcyclists then deliver to the doorstep.
The firm now wants to launch Deliveroo Hop in Reading, which will allow it to deliver fresh fruits, veg, meat, and snacks and drinks in addition to alcohol.
An application has been lodged with Reading Borough Council for the service, which would be delivered from Unit 2 of the Reading Trade Centre in Rose Kiln Lane, between the hours of 7am and 3am.
Users of the food delivery app can already purchase alcohol on it from supermarkets and convenience stores.
And Deliveroo is currently running a trial with WHSmith’s Reading branch.
The council’s licensing team has launched a consultation and is welcoming views on the Hop service. These can be emailed to: licensing@reading.gov.uk
