Pints to Remain Available for Takeaway as Government Extends Covid-era Legislation

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【Summary】The UK government has decided to keep the pandemic-era licensing rules that allow pubs in England and Wales to sell takeaway pints. The rules, which were set to expire in September, will now continue. This decision was made to support the struggling hospitality sector and boost the economy. Pubs will no longer need a separate license for off-site sales.

FutureCar Staff Aug 14, 2023 12:21 AM PT

Pints to Remain Available for Takeaway as Government Extends Covid-era Legislation

Pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to continue selling takeaway pints after the Government decided to keep pandemic-era licensing rules. Under the relaxed regulations, businesses were able to serve customers through hatches when they were forced to close in 2020 to restrict the spread of Covid.

The rules were due to expire in September but Rishi Sunak is said to have decided to enable them to continue, the Sun on Sunday reported. The Prime Minister said: "I've heard the British pub industry loud and clear — takeaway pints are a boost for their businesses and our economy. That's why they're here to stay."

The move, which was aimed at helping the crippled hospitality sector boost sales during Covid, has already been extended twice. It means establishments will not need to make a separate application to local councils for the extra licence needed for off-site sales.