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Oct 2020
Harrogate bars warn further measures could 'finish us off'
If further restrictions are announced on hospitality, Harrogate bar owners have warned they could "finish us off".
Bars and restaurants across the country are currently under a 10pm curfew in an attempt to deal with the rise of coronavirus cases.
Harrogate hospitality owners say any further restrictions would be hugely damaging to the industry - and the effects of the curfew have already impacted trade immensely.
A full closure in hotspot areas and a limit on household mixing are speculated to be announced today.
Martin Greenhow, managing director of MOJO bars, said:
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- Harrogate Borough Council has received nearly £60,000 to ensure covid restrictions are enforced.
- The 10pm curfew on bars has been described as "devastating".
Hales Bar is the oldest bar in Harrogate and previously relied heavily on the tourist trade. Owner Amanda Wilkinson said:
On Friday, the Chancellor announced an extension to his job support scheme with the government paying two-thirds of wages for companies forced to close due to restrictions.
The county was described to be at a at a “tipping point” amid increased infections, by North Yorkshire Local Resilience Forum.
The continual rise in cases within Harrogate and its surrounding areas has forced council leaders to call for the public follow the guidelines in an effort to avoid the restrictions placed on nearby cities such as Leeds.
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