Parts of Brick Lane will be temporarily pedestrianised next week to provide safe space for walking and outdoor seating for restaurants.
From Thursday 27 August, sections of the iconic street will be closed to vehicles to support social distancing while providing a timely boost to restaurants facing challenging trading conditions.
Under new rules, food businesses can now apply for a licence for table service outdoors, which will allow them to welcome more customers in a safe environment throughout the Bank Holiday weekend and beyond.
