A RESTAURANT has been slapped with a £1,000 fine for breaching coronavirus restrictions.

The breach took place at Kuti's on Town Quay on October 24.

The fixed penalty notice was issued after the restaurant hosted a wedding reception of more than 30 people.

The groom, a 39-year-old man, will also be served a £200 fine for breaching the rule of six.

PC Brian Swallow, Force Licensing Team said: “It is very disappointing that a licensed premises has been in breach of the clear guidelines around hospitality and group size that are designed to keep customers safe and limit the spread not only among patrons but the community as a whole.

“We understand that many people have missed out on socialising and celebrating this year, but this demonstrated a clear disregard for the requirements."