Jo May of the Soho Business Alliance stated that "Soho's rolling up the pavements at 11pm", indicating a significant decline in nightlife activity and engagement in the area.
Mark Williams, deputy chief executive of the Heart of London Business Alliance, cited numerous reasons for the West End's nighttime economy's 'underperformance', including high living costs and staff shortages, painting a stark picture.
The dream of a 24-hour London, which Mayor Sadiq Khan has pursued since 2017, seems increasingly out of reach, especially in comparison to cities like Berlin and Amsterdam.
With restrictive licensing laws and a plateau in post-pandemic footfall, London’s nightlife appears to be struggling, akin to a 'perfect storm' of challenges facing the sector.
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