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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alexander Butler

It’s one of London’s most famous bar scenes - the council wants alcohol-free ‘quiet nights’

Soho pubs at the heart of London are being urged to host alcohol free “quiet nights” under a dramatic new proposal.

Labour-run Westminster council has suggested a raft of measures to overhaul the offerings of the famous nightlife hub under a new plan which also aims to increase women’s safety, as well as cater for neurodiverse people through “sensory-friendly” nights with reduced noise, dimmed lighting and calm zones.

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