Sign up for our What's On newsletter to keep your finger on the pulse of an ever-changing Manchester The nightlife and live music industry has blasted the government for leaking news of a roadmap delay before an official announcement has been made.
Industry insiders say the move is 'despicable', and are now urging the Chancellor to extend financial support and 'avert a disaster'.
Many have also hit out at the world leaders who gathered at the G7 summit after photos emerged of a non-socially distanced beach barbecue, labelling it 'insulting'.
Business-owners in the hospitality sector have already spent weeks readying their venues for the so-called 'Freedom Day' on June 21.
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