Thursday, January 13, 2011

Pubs in England to stay open later because of the Royal wedding


Pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open later because of the Royal wedding.
That means that pubs can extend their opening hours to 1am on April 29 and 30.

Crime Prevention Minister James Brokenshire said the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton was "an occasion for national celebration" and "licensing hours should be relaxed in all licensed premises in England and Wales".

And if that wasn't enough, live and recorded music in pubs  will also be permitted, along with plays, films and dancing.

Mr. Brokenshire also said, "These are the days when people are most likely to want to celebrate.
"However, we are mindful that late-night drinking can lead to crime and disorder and public nuisance.
"On this basis, we are proposing a modest relaxation of licensing hours until 1am and intend to restrict the order to the sale of alcohol in pubs, clubs and anywhere else where alcohol is consumed on the premises and to regulated entertainment such as live and recorded music, dancing, plays and films."
"We are also limiting the order to Friday 29th - the day of the wedding - and Saturday 30th as these are the days when people are most likely to want to celebrate."

The British Beer and Pub Association seemed happy about this decision, probably wish they could operate 24 hours a day, oh well.
Brigid Simmons, its chief executive, said: "This is great news, and it is really good to see the Government recognising that this is a brilliant opportunity for us all to get together in the pub, to celebrate a great national event."
"With state-of-the art TV, great food and hospitality, pubs will be right at the heart of the Royal wedding celebrations, and are the perfect place to enjoy the day.

So, as the Royal couple gets closer to April 29,  when they tie the knot at Westminster Abbey,  a designated official public holiday, the country is gearing up for a lot of celebrating.