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Bargain store needs public permit (6)

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I believe the answer is:

outlet

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'bargain store' is the definition.
'outlet' can be an answer for 'store' (I've seen this before). I am unsure of the 'bargain' bit.

'public permit' is the wordplay.
'public' becomes 'out' (out can mean released to the public).
'permit' becomes 'let' (synonyms).
'out'+'let'='OUTLET'

'needs' acts as a link.

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(Other definitions for outlet that I've seen before include "Place of business for retailing goods" , "River mouth; socket" , "Exit pipe" , "Means of release" , "Store" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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