Northampton shop gives up licence over illicit cigarettes
July 07, 2025 by bbc.com
Northampton shop gives up licence over illicit cigarettes
Viva Mini Market voluntarily surrendered its alcohol license after police found over 600 packets of illegal cigarettes and tobacco in a nearby car’s boot linked to the shop in Northampton. West Northamptonshire Council heard allegations of illicit sales. The license surrender followed the discovery of illegal vapes and tobacco at the store. The police seized the illicit goods from a blue BMW near the shop. The committee adjourned as the license had already been given up before the meeting. The store can reapply for a new license to sell alcohol if desired. Police and the former license holder did not attend the hearing.