Sales drop at Wetherspoons as PM urges punters to stay away from pubs
The chain said that sales were already dropping at its pubs in the weeks leading up to the coronavirus crisis.
The chain said that sales were already dropping at its pubs in the weeks leading up to the coronavirus crisis.
Boris Johnson told MPs during PMQs that further decisions on schools are ‘to be taken imminently’.
Mother of the House Harriet Harman earlier criticised ‘packed back benches’ and a ‘bustling tea room’.
Measures unveiled by the PM and Chancellor on Tuesday evening included Government-backed loans worth £330 billion – equivalent to 15% of GDP.
Relaxation of planning regulations was among a package of measures to support businesses through the coronavirus crisis.
Alex Claridge has set up an ’emergency pot’ alongside Hospitality Action, and started a petition calling for clear Government guidance and action.
Scientists said the latest data showed that the previous strategy risked overwhelming the NHS and could lead to 250,000 deaths.
Tim Martin said Holland’s actions – admitting most people will get the virus, while protecting the elderly and sick – are the best path for the UK.
Pubs and restaurant owners are calling for immediate support after the PM advised people not to go out but stopped short of ordering closures.
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