coronavirus restrictions, provided that the performance has already started.As part of new rules that could last up to six months, yesterday (September 22) it was announced that pubs and restaurants in the UK would have to be closed by 10pm in a bid to stem the spread of COVID-19.
While it was confirmed that theatres and cinemas would be exempt from these restrictions, there was some confusion as to how this might impact music venues.A government Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport spokesperson has since confirmed to NME that “dedicated music venues may conclude after the 10pm curfew as long as a performance starts before 10pm, however outlets, including bars, must be closed by this point.”Music Venue Trust CEO Mark Davyd.
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