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<p>The Government is committed to protecting hospitality businesses impacted by the
pandemic. It was for this reason that we introduced the Pavement Licence provisions
in the Business and Planning Act 2020, supporting businesses by removing red tape
and making it easier, faster and cheaper to serve customers outdoors. The Pavement
Licence Guidance that was published on 22nd July alongside the Act was cleared with
the Department of Health and Social Care. This guidance has not changed. It sets out
detail on how local authorities can issue pavement licences to support businesses,
including those in the hard hit hospitality sector, to return to work safely and continue
serving their local communities.</p><p> </p>
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