“The time-honoured tradition of standing up with a drink, gossiping and putting the world to rights is under threat.”

The Guardian · Aug 6 · Westminster Council's plan to ban 'vertical drinking' in London pubs sparks backlash

“Westminster Council is moving against "vertical drinking" in pubs, starting with Soho. It claims drinking standing up is noisy and disruptive.”

The Guardian · Aug 6 · Westminster Council's plan to ban 'vertical drinking' in London pubs sparks backlash

“Is a pub that doesn't allow it a real pub at all?”

The Guardian · Aug 6 · Westminster Council's plan to ban 'vertical drinking' in London pubs sparks backlash