Alain Roux on taking the helm and maintaining the legacy of the Waterside Inn

City and workplace caterers have expressed frustration and called for “robust financial support” after prime minister Boris Johnson confirmed this afternoon that the public are once again advised to work from home if it is possible to do so.

The prime minister has announced new restrictions for hospitality venues in England that could last up to six months, including the compulsory wearing of facemasks indoors and a curfew of 10pm.

Alain Roux, part of a dynasty of French chefs in charge of some of the UK’s most well-regarded restaurants, still considers himself the new boy in the kitchen at the Waterside Inn.

A 10pm curfew for all pubs, bars and restaurants and compulsory table service will come into effect from Thursday across the whole of England, the prime minister will announce this evening.