More than 75% of pubs could reopen if social distancing measures were reduced to 1 metre - according to an industry boss

By Rhona Shennan
Published 29th May 2020, 12:24 BST
Updated 29th May 2020, 12:24 BST
This is what reducing the social distancing guidelines would mean for pubs (Photo: Shutterstock)This is what reducing the social distancing guidelines would mean for pubs (Photo: Shutterstock)
This is what reducing the social distancing guidelines would mean for pubs (Photo: Shutterstock)

As lockdown restrictions begin to ease across the UK to varying degrees, many are highly anticipating the reopening of pubs.

And, according to the chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), more than 75 per cent of pubs could reopen if social distancing measures were relaxed. But is the idea safe? Here’s what you need to know.

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What would reducing the distance mean for pubs?