The South Australian Government has made a snap announcement to open pubs, amid major confusion over the relaxation of restrictions in restaurants.
opening of indoor dining for up to 10 patrons in restaurantsBut by the middle of the day, dozens of restaurants had been instructed to close their doors, because they were operating on small venue liquor licences, not restaurant licences.
Amid protestations from the hotel industry, the Government this week announced that pubs would not be able to open until June 5. But as a result of the confusion, the Premier Steven Marshall said pubs with indoor dining would be able to immediately serve up to 20 patrons — 10 inside and a further 10 outside."We have created some confusion in South Australia around indoor dining," Mr Marshall said."The reality is, this is a confusing time."
Earlier, Mr Marshall apologised for the confusion after venue East End Cellars said it was having to close despite being led to believe it could reopen.
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