>>213646444You're not under any UK-wide law prohibiting minors from going to McDonald's after 5 p.m. The notion that "minors in the UK can't go to McDonald's after 5 p.m." is not a general rule—but there have been isolated, location-specific policies set by individual McDonald’s branches due to concerns over anti-social behavior.
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What has happened at certain McDonald’s locations:
Liverpool (Lord Street branch): In 2022, this restaurant implemented a policy banning unaccompanied under-18s from dining in after 5 p.m., though they could still order takeaway. The ban was introduced after staff faced verbal and physical abuse. It was described as temporary and aimed at curbing anti-social behavior.
Fort William (Scottish Highlands): A branch here banned all under-18s from entering after 6 p.m., citing similar concerns over staff safety and anti-social conduct.
Peterhead (Scotland): Another case where under-18s must be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. due to safety concerns and disruptive behavior.