Does Christchurch have too many bars and restaurants? Rules are tougher on business owners, and their staff, who flout strict liquor sales regulations. Schwass, who has spent 30 years in the food and drink business, describes it as a marriage. Colin Askin of Knight Frank says lenders now are more cautious, meaning less leeway for business owners when the tills are quiet. They [business owners] need to get the size of their premises right and get a location that will appeal to customers.

Source: Stuff January 13, 2017 06:34 UTC