Sadiq Khan rounds on Westminster council for keeping ‘vertical drinking’ curbs on pubs

September 8, 2026 · 12:59 pm 1 sources

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• Sadiq Khan rounds on Westminster council for keeping ‘vertical drinking’ curbs on pubs
  The Guardian · September 8, 2026 12:59
  Exclusive: London mayor accuses council of ‘breathtaking arrogance’ in ‘ignoring’ responses to a consultation Sadiq Khan has criticised the “breathtaking arrogance” of Westminster council, which has kept restrictions on vertical drinking in Soho and an effective ban on new bars and pubs in the…