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Businesses like Wetherspoons enforce rules through their staff, using 'common sense' in this case. They communicate expectations, and if customers don't comply, there can be consequences, such as being asked to leave. This balance between clear rules and flexible enforcement is key to maintaining order without alienating customers, ensuring a consistent experience across all 792 pubs.
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