Soho ‘blocked’ from al-fresco dining this summer because of ‘too many influential people’

Sir Sadiq Khan is offering a £500,000 boost to lift the capital’s summer nightlife with more al-fresco dining (Picture: Alex Segre/UCG)

Westminster Council has been accused of ‘thwarting fun in Soho’ after they failed to apply for funding to boost their nightlife.

As those enjoying the heatwave and World Cup search London’s streets for somewhere to eat, the Mayor is pushing for more outdoor dining and the extension of opening hours.

Sir Sadiq Khan is offering a £500,000 boost to lift the capital’s summer nightlife with more al-fresco dining and extended opening hours, but Westminster Council did not even apply.

This is despite the accusations that the borough is being controlled by Nimby residen...