Fears for rush on off-licences as Government considers restricting alcohol sales

Four ministers have supported the idea of possibly restricting off-licences' opening hours in a bid to reduce house parties and social gatherings that have been linked to the spread of Covid-19.

Concerns have been raised about a rush on off-licences following Cabinet’s mooted clampdown on alcohol sales.

Four ministers have supported the idea of possibly restricting off-licences' opening hours in a bid to reduce house parties and social gatherings that have been linked to the spread of Covid-19.