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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Robbie Griffiths

Londoner’s Diary: Soho hopes to turn the tables on alfresco curbs

Businesses in Soho are frustrated at limits on their alfresco tables this summer despite Labour’s victory in Westminster council in the recent local elections.

During the pandemic, hospitality venues were allowed tables in some streets, which many hoped would be extended. Lesley Lewis, owner of the French House, and Francesco Delfino, bar manager of Mimi’s Hotel, both told us they were frustrated by the curbs.

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