Covid-19: London could become ghost town under tier 3
By Sam Francis
image captionLondoners will only be able to meet outdoors, although not in private gardens
Tier three restrictions could turn central London into a ghost town over Christmas, businesses have warned.
From 00:01 GMT on Wednesday, Londoners will only be able to meet outdoors. Pubs and restaurants must close except for takeaway services.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced the move after a surge in cases linked to a new variant of coronavirus .
Tighter restrictions could leave parts of the hospitality sector on its knees , business owners have warned. We are screwed, said Robin Smith, chair of Berwick Street Traders.
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