Pedestrianised areas could keep businesses afloat during coronavirus crisis, say owners
The narrow streets of Soho, crammed with a higgledy-piggledy cocktail of restaurants, cafes and bars, are not designed for physical distancing. The London entertainment district, usually packed with revellers, stands almost silent, under the shadow of coronavirus, with many businesses boarded up.
But in July, when hospitality businesses are expected to be allowed to reopen their doors, the area could be transformed into a giant European-style outdoor cafe under plans put forward by a local landlord to help businesses spring back to life while maintaining the required two-metre space between customers.
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