‘It is British life’: No 10 vows to stop councils trying to limit standing in pubs
The UK government has pledged to block local councils from implementing policies that restrict standing in pubs or mandate table service. This move follows Westminster Council's draft proposal to limit 'vertical drinking' in nightlife areas.
The prime minister, Andy Burnham, and the chancellor, John Healey, at a London pub in July./Getty Images The prime minister, Andy Burnham, and the chancellor, John Healey, at a London pub in July./Getty Images London ‘It is British life’: No 10 vows to stop councils trying to limit standing in pubs Westminster council has recommended reducing ‘vertical drinking’ or ordering at the bar in new draft licensing policy
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