There is a vital fact that everyone is ignoring here: The MoD policy on wearing uniform in public was re-issued last year and the Army's Briefing Note ABN 31/08 clearly states:
c. Occasions on which uniform is not to be worn, unless specifically approved by the Chain of Command:
(1) When visiting public houses.
Any attempt to prosecute or take the landlord to task can and will be countered by this regulation.
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