Some of the issues a venue could face are capacity, surrounding areas and what is needed to physically reopen a property. Things to consider are:
- The 1 metre/2 metre distancing quandary
- BBPA research: If 2 metre distancing then 30% could open, 1.5 metre distancing 50%, and 1 metre distancing just over 75% could open
- BII survey: 98% of pubs won’t open unless they can achieve 75% capacity
- BUT! Research shows customers want 2 metres distancing in venues
- Adjacent areas
- Practical considerations for opening, e.g. legionella
Useful links
- BII guide to closing down your business safely (includes reopening considerations)
- BBPA article on need to extend furlough for pubs and effect of 1M vs 2M social distancing
- Morning Advertiser: The steps to take to reopen your pub
- Checklist for food premises
- Shield Safety Group guide to shutting down safely
- British Beer and Pub Association dispense system shut down guide
- Guide to converting to delivery or takeaway food
