A CHANGE-of-use application that would see the former Barrow Labour Party office become a seven-bedroom house has been submitted to the borough council.

The branch is currently in the process of moving out of its 22 Hartington Street site. 

A planning statement submitted by JMP Northwest says the proposal for the building would secure its 'suitable and viable re-use'.

Barrow and Furness Constituency Labour Party is moving to the former BBC Radio Cumbria studios, also in Hartington Street. The venue will open to the public on July 2.

Party member Brendan Sweeney said: "Our old building had a strong history, but limited access.

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"It is great to be in a building that is fully accessible for everyone.

"Broadcasting House will provide a high-quality modern meeting space, not just for the Labour Party, but for other organisations in the town.

"We want it to be a real community asset." 

Secretary Gary Robinson said: "We are placing our hub firmly at the heart of inclusive community projects and artistic and musical endeavours."