Pubs may soon be able to offer drinks outside during the World Cup, as stated by Keir Starmer. The government has given approval for beer gardens to screen matches in the evenings. Red tape is being cut by town halls in England to support bars during the tournament, commencing on Thursday.
Anticipated sales of millions of additional pints in pubs are expected to help struggling establishments. The Prime Minister expressed excitement for the World Cup summer, emphasizing the importance of fans watching matches in pubs without hindrances. The government aims to facilitate outdoor serving of drinks and food, allowing pubs to stay open late for key matches involving England and Scotland.
Communities Secretary Steve Reed has urged councils to facilitate late opening requests from pubs to avoid disrupting fans during crucial game moments. The potential for England reaching the final could result in an extra 55 million pints being served across pubs in the country.
The Mirror has been a strong supporter of the pub industry through the Your Pub Needs You campaign. With numerous closures in recent years, pub owners are hopeful that the national team, led by Harry Kane, can provide a much-needed boost.
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