Is coffee the new lager?

Should Britain look to the continent to improve its towns and cities?
Will a drive to bring a continental style cafe culture to Britain's towns and cities really cut back our boozy nightlife?

MP's are calling on the Government to cut the number of pubs in central areas, bringing in al fresco venues like coffee shops and attracting more people to stay later.

But could such a move succeed without the long traditions and the milder climate of the continent?

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