So, from Thursday last (24th) Government rules regarding pubs, bars and restaurants, and elsewhere, changed significantly from when I first wrote a blog about their guidance regarding Covid-19 and the hospitality sector way back at the beginning of July. Face Coverings must now be worn by all hospitality sector staff, and staff in shops, and, unless sitting at a table, all customers in the hospitality sector must wear a face covering when entering the premises, standing up, going to the lavatory, and leaving premises, indeed, customers may only be served whilst sitting at a table, and pay from the table. Fines on customers can reach up to £3,200, doubling for each offence from an initial fine of £200, and pubs, bars and restaurants will be shut down if not ensuring rules are met, eg regarding wearing face coverings, social distancing, or allowing more than 6 people be seated together (for more detailed information see the latest rules).
In addition, people visiting hospitality premises must not flit from table to table, or group to group, but must stay at the one table, even if their long-lost Uncle Bob turns up unannounced with another group of customers. From what I've heard so far, only a few people have been forgetting to wear a mask and ignoring other rules, but one would hope they learn quickly if they want to eat and/or drink socially outside of their homes!
And a wee reminder that if you want to drink at the Bier Garden on Hastings Pier, their hours are slightly different until it closes again next Sunday and, subsequently, this is the penultimate weekend that you may enjoy the privilege (see blog).
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