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KFC Seeks 3 AM Closings for Drive-Thru
2 May
Summary
- KFC seeks to extend operating hours until 3 AM for takeaway.
- Dine-in services would conclude at midnight daily.
- The application is currently under review by the council.

A KFC located on Leigh Road has submitted an application to Eastleigh Borough Council seeking permission to remain open until 3 AM every day for takeaway and delivery services. Currently, the restaurant closes at 11 PM. The proposed changes would allow customers to dine in until midnight, after which the premises would transition to a delivery and collection-only model, with no in-person customer access.
KFC's Clokken Ltd outlined several measures to address potential concerns. These include utilizing existing CCTV for security, maintaining an incident log, and implementing a code of conduct for delivery drivers to minimize noise. The application notes that the store, which holds a five-star food hygiene rating as of August 2024, is currently open for public consultation, with no decision date yet set by the council.