Pubs who can't serve food will get one-off, £1,000 payment to make up for not being able to open under the new Covid-19 tiers, Boris Johnson has confirmed.
The PM said the impact on the pub and hospitality industry had been "disproportionate". It followed widespread confusion after ministers were apparently unable to decide whether Scotch eggs are a starter or a substantial meal.
The distinction was suddenly important as struggling pubs decided whether they could open again during the new Covid tiers. New Tier 2 rules, set to take effect tomorrow if approved by MPs tonight, say alcohol can only be served in pubs alongside a 'substantial meal'.
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