'Government can't hide behind Nphet now': Vintners say no evidence 'wet' pubs carry greater risk

Donall O’Keeffe, Chief Executive of the LVA, said the same regulations apply in 'wet' pubs such as time limits, social distancing requirements and compulsory table service

A decision to separate 'wet' pubs and gastro pubs will be a political decision that is not backed up by any evidence, the Licensed Vintners Association (LVA) has said.

According to the representative body, there is no evidence that 'wet' pubs carry a greater risk than other hospitality venues such as restaurants or gastropubs.