Plans submitted to turn former Hull bar into 24-hour gambling venue

The building has stood empty since 2012

A derelict pub in Hull city centre could be turned into a 24-hour gambling centre if plans are approved.

Best known as the former Yates' Wine Lodge in Paragon Street, the pub last traded as the Kingston Tavern.

JR Planning Consultants, the agent advancing the plans, said the conversion would "make a positive contribution" to the economy.

The plans have been submitted to Hull City Council to consider.

The 19th Century building has stood empty since 2012.

Last year, plans were approved to convert it into a food, retail or café outlet. Thirteen flats were also proposed.

However, the agent said those proposals were no longer viable due to the state of the property market.

'Entirely appropriate for the location'

According to the plans, the building would be converted to offer gambling machines and bingo.

To date, no objections have been raised.

The plans state: "The application seeks permission for 24-hour use. Given the town centre location, and that there would be no adverse impacts, this is entirely appropriate for the location."