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Licensees put in impossible situation says publican

Monday, 1 March 2021 06:14

'Weekend Covid Guidance not strong enough'

Publicans were put in an impossible situation over the weekend, according to a Douglas licensee.

Andy Saunders who runs Quid's Inn on Douglas promenade, says government guidance wasn't strong enough for those in the hospitality sector.

It's after two cases of Covid-19 were announced on Saturday as unexplained, and the public was advised to stay at home.

Mr Saunders says it's unfair of government to put the decision on individuals whether to remain open or close up:

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