What do Westminster Council’s licensing plans say about standing in pubs?
Vertical drinking is a cornerstone of British bar and pub culture, a natural opportunity for socialising and a key part of many people’s evening out. However it is also arguably a licensing headache, with strict capacity levels and customer management seen as effective tools to bring down crime rates and late night disruption. In its…
Man in his 30s in hospital following stabbing during celebrity gig in Soho in broad daylight
A man in his 30s is being treated in hospital after being stabbed in the leg as a free concert featuring celebrity singers was taking place in Soho. American rapper Latto was among singers performing at an event on Greek Street as the attack unfolded in broad daylight. The victim has been taken to hospital…
Live facial recognition technology to detect criminals to be rolled out across West End spots
Live facial recognition is to be deployed to catch sex offenders and shoplifters in various spots across the West End, Met Police has announced. The technology, using static cameras, is to be rolled out in high crime areas including Soho by the end of the year, the force confirmed. While the cameras will be installed…