The former chippy will be replaced with a new KFC drive-through, as plans were approved at the second time of asking. The plan also includes a separate unit for coffee shop Costa.
Scarborough Council's planning committee initially delayed making a decision due to fears about the potential for increases in litter, crime and traffic in the area, but plans have since passed.

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Demolition work is underway at the former Papa's FIsh and Chips restaurant site. Photo: Richard Ponter

. Papa's Demolition
Demolition work is underway at the former Papa's FIsh and Chips restaurant site. Photo: Richard Ponter

. Papa's Demolition
Demolition work is underway at the former Papa's FIsh and Chips restaurant site. Photo: Richard Ponter

. Papa's Demolition
Demolition work is underway at the former Papa's FIsh and Chips restaurant site. Photo: Richard Ponter

9. Papa's Demolition
Before it was Papa's Fish and Chips restaurant the site was a Hungry Horse pub. Photo: Richard Ponter

10. Papa's Demolition
Before it was Papa's Fish and Chips restaurant the site was a Hungry Horse pub. Photo: Richard Ponter

11. Papa's Demolition
Before it was Papa's Fish and Chips restaurant the site was a Hungry Horse pub. Photo: Richard Ponter