PLANS to lift a proposed bylaw which forbids drinking in public places has been approved.

Aberdeen Licensing Board has agreed to allow alcohol to be sold at the city’s Christmas Village.

It means beer, cider and wine will be available from 10am until 10pm throughout the city’s Christmas Village.

Spearheaded by Aberdeen Inspired in partnership with Aberdeen City Council, the village will include a German-style street market, festive fairground rides and an entertainment marquee.

It will take place in Union Terrace from tomorrow to January 3.

Spirits will only be sold between 5pm and 10pm.