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London's Vertical Drinking Ban Controversy

Westminster Council's attempt to prohibit standing while drinking in pubs faces public resistance and intervention from London's mayor.

3 stories · since Aug 7

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How the narrative developed 3 stories

  1. Aug 7
  2. WorldRunning 1d

    Sadiq Khan orders Westminster to scrap Soho pub-ban and 'vertical drinking' rules

    London mayor uses new licensing powers for the first time to block a council plan curbing new bars and standing drinkers in Soho and the West End.

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  3. Running 1d

    London officials want to ban standing at the bar

    Peak 1 item in one 2h at Aug 7, 3 PM; 2 items over 3 days 2 items0 engagement2 sources
  4. PoliticsRunning 2d

    Westminster Council's plan to ban 'vertical drinking' in London pubs sparks backlash

    UK pub landlords and politicians oppose Westminster Council's proposal to restrict standing while drinking in Soho and central London venues.

    Peak 3 items in one 2h at Aug 7, 3 PM; 7 items over 3 days 7 items0 engagement2 sources