People Do Not Feel Safe To Go Out Even If Nightclubs Do Open Fully

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Report finds that some people would stay at home even if nightclubs were given permission to open fully.

A crowd of people at a concert with their hands in the air.

"The world has had to learn to be actively anti-social in every physical way and the population are starting to get used to it."

A recent report has found that unlike bars and restaurants, if nightclubs were given the green light to open fully large numbers of people would like avoid them. The world has had to learn to be actively anti-social in every physical way and the population are starting to get used to it. A report found that it may be too soon for the majority even consider going clubbing where the idea of crowds dancing in close proximity is a step too far.

A group of people are dancing in a dark room at a concert.

"Social distancing guidelines have been published which make grim reading for those accustomed to sweaty nights dancing shoulder to shoulder at your favourite club.

"The idea of being anywhere near a club, after months of being told to stay away from people, makes my skin crawl." - Sarah



"I probably would go back just to see what it's like, but wouldn't stay long if it's a room full of weirdos sitting at tables!" - Dave



"It's either going to be too clinical that there's no atmosphere or back to how it was and that's disgusting too!" - Lissa



"I just don't think it would work with the measures they need to put in to keep everyone safe." - Robbie



Covid-19 has ripped the nightlife industry to shreds and there is no sign of nightclubs being able to function properly in the near future. Social distancing guidelines have been published which make grim reading for those accustomed to sweaty nights dancing shoulder to shoulder at your favourite club.

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