Brian Lennox: Closure of Lennox's chipper 'like a death in the family'

The famous Bandon Road Jackie Lennox chip shop, founded in 1951 and widely regarded as an institution in Cork City, will cease trading on October 6

Founded in 1951, the Cork City institution that is Jackie Lennox's Chipper, will cease trading on October 6.

The legendary Jackie Lennox chipper in Cork is to close after more than 70-years in business with its owners citing the increased pressure of running a small business as among the reasons for their decision.

The famous chip shop, founded in 1951 and widely regarded as an institution in the city, will cease trading on October 6 with the loss of 30 jobs.