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[THREAD] Just what we've been saying:
'And what about the legal position? Could a hospitality venue owner be sued if someone contracted the virus and blamed the management for a potentially life-threatening condition?'
https://www.bbc.com/news/amp/business-53145327
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'And what about the legal position? Could a hospitality venue owner be sued if someone contracted the virus and blamed the management for a potentially life-threatening condition?'
https://www.bbc.com/news/amp/business-53145327
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Today, the Prime Minister is tipped to announce a reduction in the 2 metre rule and the re-opening of pubs, bars and restaurants after months of #Covid19 lockdown. Owners of these businesses are understandably desperate to get going again.
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But that desperation needs to be tempered by a reality check: there's a real risk that a customer contracts #Coronavirus after visiting and blames it on the establishment (whether true or not), and it could have a damaging impact on reputation (regardless of litigation).
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Hospitality businesses should be carrying out communications and reputational risk assessments as part of their re-opening plans. Better to be prepared for a crisis and plan a response in advance 
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