10Pm Closing. What Is The Evidence ?

[Sunk]

// Boris Johnson has been challenged to publish the scientific evidence behind the 10pm closing time for English pubs ahead of a vote by MPs next week. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said the public "deserved to know" the basis for the restriction and if it could not be justified the rule must be reviewed. //

It is unlikely the Government will supply any compelling evidence in support of the measure (probably because none exists).

It is also unlikely that the Conservative new recruits will rebel and the vote will go with the Government.

But it is an unpopular diktat. Are they taking the mandate of the electors for granted, and risk becoming unpopular ?

[New Judge]

And I forgot to add that if my acquaintances "sprayed spit" in my face whilst chatting (Covid or no Covid) I'd be inclined to choose my friends more carefully.

[Sunk]

It must be evident to everyone by now that the First Ministers of Scotland and Wales are briefed in advance what the Government will be announcing for England next week.
So Sturgeon brings it in today, and Johnson on Monday.
The false impression taken is that Sturgeon is ahead in control. She is just follow the same advice as the Prime Minister.

[teacake44]

17.19 NJ, (Well I'm glad somebody knows what the idea is) Just good common sense NJ.

(How do I know) Well again just common sense, but that aside, its already started.