Government wins vote on post-lockdown tiers
The Government’s new tiered system will come into force at one minute past midnight, after 291 votes to 78.
Archives for December 1, 2020
Cinemas serving pints without food 'outrageous'
Operators have said it “beggars belief” that cinema-goers will be allowed to order just alcohol while pub goers must eat-in when lockdown laws lift.
‘Token gesture’ £1k grant an ‘insult’ to pubs
The Prime Minister’s announcement of wet-led pubs receiving a £1,000 grant to help them through Christmas has been met with dismay from the trade, with industry leaders saying it doesn't go far enough.
Analysis
What financial support is available to UK pubs this winter?
Following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement that England would be plunged into its third national lockdown in an address on 4 January, The Morning Advertiser rounds up what funding is available across the UK.
Greene King tied tenants in tier 2 and 3 to get 90% rent concessions
Pubco Greene King has confirmed its tenants in tiers two and three will receive a 90% rent concession when national lockdown restrictions are eased tomorrow (Wednesday 2 December).
Fury at pub alcohol ban in Wales
A ban on serving alcohol in pubs has been met with anger from publicans in Wales, who say it means their businesses are not viable.
MPs call for Government to ‘save pubs before it’s too late’
A group of MPs have urged the Government to change restrictions and provide further financial support or see pubs “written off”.
Tier 2 ‘not fair on customers or owners’ of wet-led pubs
One tier two operator has described his disappointment over being unable to reopen his "proper locals' pub" after lockdown.
Star licensees urge Government action to save ‘thousands of wet led pubs’
Nationwide pub operator Star Pubs & Bars, and a number of its licensees, have implored the Government to reconsider Covid secure measures imposed on the hospitality sector under its new tiered alert system.