A fish and chip shop has gone green.

Paul Hay, owner of Weymouth chippy Fish 'n' Fritz, says he's making the business as sustainable as possible.

He has installed a new eco-friendly walk-in freezer that uses 33 per cent less electricity, with gas that has a low greenhouse impact.

Paul is also making efforts to cut down on the shop's plastic waste.

He said: "All takeaway knives and forks have been replaced with wooden ones which come from sustainable forests. Paper straws have been introduced rather than plastic straws, that have a horrific impact on marine and bird life when they are carelessly disposed of."

Fish and chip boxes at Fish 'n' Fritz are fully recyclable, compostable and biodegradable. They are now made from three sheets of paper, two of which are recycled and the sheet that is in contact with the food is made from virgin fibres.

All of the paper used is from sustainable sources and is FSC certified (Forest Stewardship Council). Paul is currently looking into ways he can change the takeaway bags from plastic to paper or vegetable ware.

Paul said: “Where we can, we are switching over to more environmentally and sustainable products. I am constantly looking out for new ways we can help improve the environment. The way I look at this issue is, if we can all do a little the world can change a lot.”

Keeping it green is not the only initiative Fish ‘n’ Fritz have embraced, their Suspended Coffee Scheme has been a huge hit with customers and made a massive difference in the community, supplying hundreds of hot drinks and meals to homeless people.

Paul Hay opened Fish n Fritz in 1997, 20 years ago and since opening has won countless awards and become a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike.

Over the last three years, customers of Fish n Fritz have generously suspended many coffees ready and waiting for those in need.