Eat out to help out scheme launches

The initiative is aimed at protecting jobs in the hospitality industry, and encouraging people to safely return to dining out.

Customers will get up to ten pounds off their bills when visiting participating restaurants, pubs and cafes from today.

The government's Eat Out to Help Out scheme will be available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout August.

The scheme – part of the government’s Plan for Jobs that will spur the country’s economic recovery from coronavirus – applies to all food and non-alcoholic drinks, with a maximum discount per person of £10. It could save a family of four up to £40 per meal. 

Customers do not need a voucher as participating establishments will just remove the discount from their bill.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak said: “Our Eat Out to Help Out scheme’s number one aim is to help protect the jobs of 1.8 million chefs, waiters and restaurateurs by boosting demand and getting customers through the door.
“More than 72,000 establishments will be serving discounted meals across the country, with the government paying half the bill. The industry is a vital ingredient to our economy and it’s been hit hard by coronavirus, so enjoy summer safely by showing your favourite places your support – we’ll pay half.” 

Take a look at which businesses are taking part with the postcode checker: https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/eat-out-to-help-out/find-a-restaurant/