Key Takeaways
- Tanner Ahmed, owner of a chip shop in Bury Park, disputes claims that the area is a no-go zone for white people.
- The area, a predominantly Asian district, is a regular stop-off point for fans attending Luton Town’s football ground.
- Ahmed says the shop caters to thousands of weekly visitors, challenging the notion of the area being unsafe.
Tanner Ahmed, affectionately known as Mr T, operates a chip shop in Bury Park, a predominantly Asian district of Luton. Despite claims that the area is a no-go zone for white people, Ahmed maintains a welcoming attitude towards the thousands of football fans who visit the area weekly.
Ahmed, who has been running his chippie for years, explains, 'The whole point of setting up was to cater for thousands who were coming through here every week, especially in the first year when the club was in the Premier League.'
The area, located near Luton Town’s football ground, has become a familiar stop for supporters, with Ahmed noting, 'Little if any sign Bury Park is a place where any group might fear to tread.'
Ahmed’s shop, a testament to the area’s popularity among football fans, has been a fixture in the community for years. 'The shop has always been busy, and we have never experienced any issues,' he adds.
The notion of a no-go zone for white people in Bury Park is challenged by Ahmed, who believes the area is safe and welcoming. 'I feel perfectly safe,' he states, emphasizing the shop’s role in serving a diverse clientele.
The area’s reputation as a safe and welcoming place for football fans is further supported by the continued presence of local residents and the regular influx of visitors. Ahmed’s chip shop stands as a symbol of the area’s inclusivity and the community’s commitment to safety.
While some may question the validity of the no-go zone claims, Ahmed’s experience and the ongoing support from the community suggest that the area remains a safe and vibrant part of Luton.
The continued presence of Ahmed’s chip shop and the regular visits from football fans indicate that the area is far from being a no-go zone. The shop’s success and the community’s support underscore the area’s safety and inclusivity.
The whole point of setting up was to cater for thousands who were coming through here every week, especially in the first year when the club was in the Premier League.
Tanner Ahmed, Owner of a chip shop in Bury Park
I feel perfectly safe.
Tanner Ahmed, Owner of a chip shop in Bury Park
