The 10pm pub curfew will be ‘reviewed in November’, says Sacha Lord
Whilst there has been no official road map released considering when Greater Manchester might exit Tier 3, Lord has said the government will perform a review of the 10pm pub curfew next month.
The government will conduct a review of the 10pm curfew imposed on pubs and bars next month, according to Greater Manchester’s Night Time Economy Adviser.
Current laws dictate that all venues in the hospitality sector must shut their doors no later than 10pm – remaining open only for takeaway service.
But Sacha Lord – an avid supporter of the #CancelTheCurfew movement – along with fellow industry members, has been campaigning for the government to reconsider the ruling since it came into effect on September 24.
Lord has even launched legal action against the government for closing down large portions of the local sector in line with Tier 3 regulations, and the Parklife founder filed a pre-action letter last week, claiming there was no scientific justification to limit the operating hours of pubs and bars.
Whilst there has been no official road map released discussing when Greater Manchester might exit Tier 3, Lord has said the government will perform a review of the 10pm pub curfew as early as November.
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In November, the Government are reviewing the UK 10pm curfew.
It doesn't work for the public or operators.
Overloaded transport, crowded takeaways, supermarkets etc.
It's doing far more harm than good.
Operators are running safe and secure COVID19 venues.
Writing on Twitter, Lord stated: “In November, the Government are reviewing the UK 10pm curfew.
“It doesn’t work for the public or operators. Overloaded transport, crowded takeaways, supermarkets etc.
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“It’s doing far more harm than good.
“Operators are running safe and secure COVID19 venues.
“Cancel the Curfew.”
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After launching his judicial review this month, Lord received a response from the government which he called insufficient”, and pledged to take further legal action.
“Our pubs should not be shut without scientific evidence,” he stated.
“Legal proceedings will now commence. The fight goes on.”
UPDATE: We’ve had a formal response from Government and we consider it insufficient. Ours pubs should not be shut without scientific evidence. Legal proceedings will now commence. The fight goes on. pic.twitter.com/sSI1hXxOVd
Lord also signed to the OneGM campaign this week – a group aiming to provide help which “goes beyond” the government’s support.
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham and fellow local leaders dedicated a fortnight to battling against the region’s move to Tier 3 without adequate financial backing.
At the end of a drawn-out affair, Greater Manchester was bundled into the ‘very high’ risk category without the desired £95 million package, and OneGM will serve to fill the void – offering supplemental local support to prevent more companies capsizing during the second wave.
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Oldham Athletic’s next game postponed amid red weather warnings
Danny Jones
Oldham Athletic FC’s next game has been postponed amid red weather warnings, with a frozen pitch having already set in.
We suspect they won’t be the only ones either…
Oldham Athletic were set to take on Notts County FC at home this weekend, with the upcoming fixture set for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday, 10 January, but the state of the Boundary Park stadium’s playing surface has already been declared unfit for use.
Informing the fans of the unfortunate decision, the rescheduled date and time for the match remain yet to be confirmed.
Saturday's home fixture against Notts County has been postponed due to a frozen pitch. #oafc
Addressing supporters online, OAFC wrote: “An inspection took place on Thursday afternoon with the pitch frozen following persistent freezing temperatures since our last home game on New Year’s Day and further adverse weather forecast.
“The inspection was called due to persistent freezing temperatures and in anticipation of further adverse weather between now and kick-off. Tickets will remain valid for the rearranged date, and refunds can be claimed after the new date is confirmed.”
As for Notts County, they have also updated their fans on social media.
They have assured that “tickets purchased for this fixture will [also] be valid for the rearranged date” and that “supporters who require a refund will be able to do so after the date for the rearranged fixture is announced.”
Postponement comes amid parts of Oldham, Greater Manchester and other areas across the country being hit with severe weather warnings, which have now been upgraded from an initial yellow rating.
2026’s first named storm, the weather event dubbed by Goretti by the French meteorological service, is set to bring further frosty conditions and blustery winds to us Brits.
The UK received its first snowfall of the year earlier this month, but this next pattern of cold air is set to see even more arrive, with the forecast potentially running into next week.
As for the Latics, the 15th-placed League Two team will have to wait until their ground thaws out to try and make up ground between them and the play-off spots.
Worth keeping an eye on the Met Office if you were planning a trip to the footy over the next few days.
Greater Manchester urged to ‘check before you travel’ as Storm Goretti sets in tonight
Emily Sergeant
People in Greater Manchester are being urged to check before they travel as Storm Goretti prepares to bring chaos this evening.
In case you weren’t aware, yellow weather warnings for snow have been put in place for parts of Greater Manchester – including Rochdale, Oldham, Tameside, and Stockport – from 5pm this evening until around midday tomorrow, and additional amber warnings are even in place from 8pm tonight for some neighbouring areas like Derbyshire and Yorkshire.
As a result, Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), is understandably warning locals that there could be disruption to journeys this evening, including by rail, trams, buses, and on the roads.
Trams on the Oldham, Rochdale, and Ashton lines are most likely to be disrupted by the weather, as are buses in the north and east of the region, TfGM has warned, and due to the expected impact, no trains will run on the following routes from 6pm this evening:
New Mills Central – Sheffield (no trains between Manchester & Sheffield)
Hazel Grove – Buxton
Guide Bridge – Glossop/Hadfield
🌨️ Storm Goretti will hit parts of Greater Manchester from 5pm tonight to midday tomorrow [8 and 9 January].
If you're making a journey, please check before you travel to see if your route is impacted and take extra care when travelling.
Train ticket acceptance will be in place on the 237 and 341 bus services tonight and tomorrow to help passengers get to where they need to be, although disruption could be on the cards here too, once again.
All train routes are planned to reopen after midnight on Saturday morning.
Interchanges, platforms, and crossings across the region are being treated with grit and anti-icing measures to make sure they are safe to use, and TfGM has confirmed that ‘ice breaker’ trams are also ready to be deployed to keep overhead lines clear of ice so trams can keep moving.
For those driving this evening, TfGM is also urging people to take extra time and make sure you are driving ‘appropriately’ for the conditions.
Greater Manchester is urged to check ‘before you travel’ as Storm Goretti sets in / Credit: rawpixel
Speaking ahead of Storm Goretti’s arrival, Danny Vaughan, who is TfGM’s Chief Network Officer, said: “We are expecting Storm Goretti to hit Greater Manchester as we head into the evening peak travel time and we are urging everyone to check their plans before they travel, leave extra time and if possible to consider if they can make their journey before 5pm before the storm hits.
“Working with our partners and operators we are ready to respond to the storm and help to keep Greater Manchester moving.”
He also warned commuters that there may also ‘be an impact on journeys’ tomorrow morning, so if you are planning to travel, then it’s advised to check before you do so.
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28th October 2020 
