A chippy has revealed it will fry for the last time this week as soaring costs put paid to its popular operation.
Pegs Plaice in the village of Kirkconnel has announced that spiralling bills — which includes some stock more than doubling in price — has left business unsustainable.
The shop will close for the final time this Friday.
Posting on social media, Louise Brennan of Pegs Plaice: "This is not what I expected to be writing as this has been a very hard and upsetting decision for me to make. I have decided to close the shop on Friday, September 30.
"I have put a lot of hard work into the business over the last few years but unfortunately the economy has taken over and the overheads have become unachievable for the business.
"Stock has more than doubled and the gas and electricity rise in October is not going to be sustainable.
"I would like to thank all my customers and those who have supported me continuously, all my staff who have been behind the counter working hard, my family and friends for the support over the years and my husband for putting up with me stressing all the time.
"I will be open this week 4pm till 8pm Monday till Friday and close the doors 8pm Friday night.
"Hopefully see everyone before I close."
Gutted customers reacted to the news with a raft of supportive posts on the business' Facebook page.
Emma Wilson said: "I'm so sorry to hear this. You and your chippy will be sadly missed. Best sausage supper ever!"
Lottie Hill said: "So sorry to read this Louise a heartbreaking decision for you and your family, you worked tirelessly for the community and wider areas and also through the pandemic keeping everyone as safe as possible. Make time for yourself good luck for the future and above all many many thanks."
And Cheryl Galloway added: "You should be super proud of yourself and what you’ve done. Onwards and upwards, and all the best for the future."
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