Texas COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to see a downward trend more than two weeks after the state scrapped its mask mandate and allowed businesses to reopen at full capacity. On Saturday, Texas’ seven-day COVID positivity rate reached an all-time low of 5.27 per cent, while hospitalizations fell to their lowest level since October, according … Read more
A nightclub has revealed 200 tables were booked out in just ten minutes as Britons desperate for a post-lockdown pint at their local beer garden struggle to get a spot. The Piper in Hull restyled itself as a daytime bar and beer garden during the first lockdown and will reopen on April 12 along with … Read more
Cineworld is planning to reopen 127 cinemas in May after easing of Covid restrictions with socially distanced seating, reduced ticketing and staggered start times Cineworld has confirmed it plans to reopen its 127 outlets across the UK in May The reopening will coincide with the government’s roadmap out of lockdown Chain has 127 cinemas across … Read more
Two hospitality chiefs have today announced they will launch a High Court challenge against the Government, claiming it has ‘failed’ to provide evidence for delaying the return of indoor drinking. Hugh Osmond, founder of Punch Taverns, and Sacha Lord, night-time economy adviser for Greater Manchester, believe pubs in England should be allowed to open fully … Read more
Lisa Vanderpump and Ken Todd are seen before re-opening PUMP after COVID-19 closure By Dailymail.com Reporter Published: 05:47 GMT, 18 March 2021 | Updated: 05:47 GMT, 18 March 2021 Lisa Vanderpump and her husband Ken Todd were seen at their West Hollywood restaurant Pump on Wednesday, looking over the property as the restaurant is reopening … Read more
The seven point plan for Wetherspoon pubs to reopen from April 12 1) Test and trace in operation 2) Customers can come through the pub if that is the only access to the outside area 3) Customers can come through the pub if they need to use the toilet 4) Payment by app is preferable … Read more
Creative pubs are ramping up their plans for an Alfresco April ahead of thousands opening up in 36 days’ time. Publicans are already assembling marquees, revamping car parks and even creating a fake beach for thirsty revellers to make their long-awaited return. Industry experts predict about 40 per cent of pubs will reopen when drinking … Read more
Major West End stores across London stand frozen in time with festive window displays as staff count down to reopening on April 12. Tier 4 level restrictions forced non-essential retailers across the capital to close on December 20 – with many failing to take down their Christmas lights following the announcement. That closure was then … Read more
Motor industry bosses have expressed their ‘deep disappointment’ at Boris Johnson’s roadmap out of lockdown after it was revealed that car showrooms will be forced to keep their doors locked until at least mid-April – meaning customers won’t be able to browse dealerships during the busiest month of the year. March is traditionally one of … Read more
Coronavirus passports to go to the pub? Ministers to investigate whether to bring in ‘Covid status certification’ to help speed up the reopening of hospitality industry and workplaces PM said review will look at whether to introduce ‘Covid status certification’ By David Wilcock, Whitehall Correspondent For Mailonline Published: 16:09 GMT, 22 February 2021 | Updated: … Read more