Shops at Burscough's busy Ringtail Retail Park were in darkness this morning after a local power cut meant they were all 'powerless'.

It happened at around 8.15 with a number of customers turned away politely by Booths staff including manager Simon Fenwick, centre.

An understanding Merc. driver made a quick exit off the forecourt to buy fuel elsewhere after hearing the petrol station was shut, too.

Not unusual for the area.