A GYM is involved in a feud with residents over the playing of loud music.

The gym’s boss is trying to overturn a council decision to refuse permission to play “amplified music” in the 24-hour gym.

Anytime Fitness in Partick said the ban is affecting business and wants it scrapped but neighbours claim they cannot sleep for the noise of music and equipment.

They said the gym had playing music anyway despite it being prohibited in their planning conditions.

The gym operator says that not being able to play “amplified music” is having an “adverse effect on the business” and has asked to have conditions altered to allow it to do so.

Hugh Mullan, the gym owner, is appealing a decision by Glasgow City Council not to allow amplified music and wants to play music which would not be heard outside the premises.

However local politicians and residents in the floors above the gym have objected with complaints of 24 hour noise.

Euan Harris who lives in a flat directly above the gym has complained several times about noise form the gym.

He said: “Ever since the gym has opened we have had nothing but stress as a result of excessive noise at all times of the day and night.

“This includes weights being dropped, music playing, equipment being thrown off shared walls and a punchbag attached to a shared wall.”

Mr Harris said the gym plays amplified music against the terms of their planning which he says he has e-mail confirmation of and has witnessed it in person.

Mr Harris added: “My wife and I currently have to wear earplugs every night to block out the music which still wakes us up.”

He added: “I fail to see how this can be damaging to the business, given that the owner states most people wear headphones. In addition, they currently claim it is inaudible but I can confirm this is not the case.”

Another resident, Dr Jennifer Mitchell, stated in an objection: “I can already hear the music being played at all times of the day and night. This frequently disrupts my sleep which is not good for my ability to function as a mum and a doctor.

Sandra White, Kelvin SNP MSP, backed the residents.

She said: “I have concerns regarding the possibility of music being played which would affect not only Mr Harris but other residents in the building.”

Councillors will consider the appeal at a meeting next week.