Over 25% of The Citizens Are Anti-Clubbers in The UK
Discover surprising results from a UK survey on nightclub reopenings. Learn why some age groups favor closures and how "Freedom Day" impacted COVID-19 cases.
A recent poll by Ipsos MORI for The Economist has uncovered unexpected attitudes towards nightclubs in the UK. The survey, conducted in early July, 2021, involved over 1,000 adults aged 16-75 and focused on various aspects of post-pandemic life, including the contentious issue of nightclub reopenings.
Key Findings:
- 44% support reopening clubs one month after vaccination completion,
- 30% prefer clubs to stay closed until the pandemic ends,
- 26% advocate for permanent club closures.
Surprisingly, the 16-24 age group showed the strongest support for keeping clubs closed, while those aged 55-74 were more in favor of reopening. This generational divide challenges common assumptions about nightlife preferences across age groups.
The survey also touched on other pandemic-related topics:
- Social distancing measures,
- Travel restrictions,
- Quarantine policies,
- Mask usage.
An unexpected 19% of participants even suggested implementing a 10 P.M. curfew in UK cities.
“Freedom Day” and Its Aftermath
On July 19, dubbed “Freedom Day,” nightclubs reopened across the UK. However, this decision has led to a significant spike in COVID-19 cases, echoing concerns raised in the survey. The current situation has many worried about a potential return to earlier pandemic conditions.
For a visual representation of the survey results and more in-depth analysis, please refer to the infographic below:
Stay tuned to Techno Airlines for the latest updates on nightlife trends and COVID-19 impacts in the UK and beyond.
