KFC has officially opened in Lake – providing 62 jobs and a boost for the local economy.

The new Merrie Farm Park location close to Lake's Aldi store opened today (Wednesday) 12pm.

Lake Parish Council Chair, Susan Horton, cut the ribbon in front of intrigued local people, customers, the franchisees and the new staff members.

Within seconds of opening, lines had formed at the till and at the electronic kiosks.

The new fast food restaurant features a drive-through and car park at its 250sqm location.

Oliver Hostler, a HGV mechanic who works across the road from the new KFC said: "It's good that things are expanding and coming out from Newport.

"It's good that we're getting some more modern things around the Island."

The first ever customer was Jackie Crawley, a fan of KFC who lives locally, she was very pleased the store had come to Lake - needless to say, she enjoyed her meal!