Sunak announces half price meals every Monday to Wednesday during August
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Rishi Sunak said the “Eat Out to Help Out” scheme would provide 50% off – up to a maximum of £10 per head – meals at participating businesses across the UK.
Restaurants, cafes and pubs have been severely affected by the coronavirus lockdown, with many staff placed on the Government’s furlough scheme.
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Hide AdBut in a bid to encourage customers to return, Mr Sunak told the Commons during his economic update: “I can announce today that, for the month of August, we will give everyone in the country an ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ discount.
“Meals eaten at any participating business, Monday to Wednesday, will be 50% off, up to a maximum discount of £10 per head for everyone, including children. Businesses will need to register, and can do so through a simple website, open next Monday.
“Each week in August, businesses can then claim the money back, with the funds in their bank account within five working days.”
A Treasury document said the discount can be used “unlimited times”.
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Hide AdIt will be valid Monday to Wednesday on any eat-in meal – including on non-alcoholic drinks – at any participating restaurant, cafe, pub or other eligible food service establishment across the UK.
Establishments will then be reimbursed for the 50% discount, the document said.