Proposal is part of plans to reopen sectors of economy during coronavirus crisis
Pubs and restaurants in England could be given permission to sell food and drink from street stalls outside their premises in the coming weeks, as the government tries to reopen some sectors of the economy.
The communities secretary, Robert Jenrick, is preparing to grant a “blanket permission”, allowing food and drink outlets that already have a licence to set out tables and chairs on the pavement to sell from outdoor stalls.
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Pubs and restaurants.
Nonessential shops.
Recreation and leisure.
Places of worship.
International air travel.
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