London's Mayor Boosts Outdoor Dining, Bar Hours for World Cup

0:00On March 29, London's mayor is pumping 400,000 pounds into outdoor dining and extended bar hours this summer, timed perfectly for the men's world cup frenzy. This summer streets fund lets Burroughs grab grants up to 100,000 pounds for big pedestrian zones packed with eateries while smaller, spots snag 10,000 pounds for quick outdoor setups. It builds right off last year's winds and areas like Lambeth, Hockney, and Westminster, where crowds swelled and local events popped off big time. Hospitality leaders are all in, praising the cash injection as a lifeline against tough economic hits, with the mayor himself calling for London's. Biggest hour fresco season ever. As fans flood pups to capstose matches, this move should light up the streets, blending soccer vibes with thriving nightlife for everyone hitting the Capitol.