UK publican using electric fence to enforce distancing

When pubs and restaurants reopened on 4 July, Jonny McFadden realised customers at The Star Inn would not be able to act as they had done before the coronavirus lockdown if they were to adhere to government advice.

Mr McFadden says "a little bit of rope" would not have made much difference to drinkers' habits, but they take much more notice if they're at risk of an electric shock. Despite early concern from his insurance broker, Mr McFadden has been assured that the fence is legal as long as a warning sign is clearly attached.However, while he is determined to enforce social distancing on his premises to protect staff and customers alike, he does concede one thing - the fence has not been switched on.

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