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Originally Posted by Russ D
Didn't you read the second paragraph above? It's a package open to business in the areas which can demonstrate they are at a distinct disadvantage or are seriously at risk from increased or new competition. Take my word for it (and I'm sure Chris W can back me up on this) that Wind Street is FULL of bars - every other building is a pub or club, there must be at least 30 of them on a road just over a quarter of a mile long. All are 'smoking' bars - The Lounge had trouble keeping up with them. Bear in mind that it did not start up as a non-smoking pub.
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So I take it that as the new owners haven't gone bust too, that either:
1. They've gotten the business aid packages which the previous owners missed out on 4 times in a row
2. Smokers drink enough to keep them in business