Figures show how many meals were eaten in Leamington and Warwick during the Eat Out to Help Out scheme - and how much money people saved

The Eat Out to Help Out scheme has been hailed a massive success across Leamington and Warwick after discounts topping £703,000 were handed out.

Thousands of people turned out to take advantage of the Government initiative throughout August as the hospitality industry fights back amid the ongoing Covid-19 crisis.

A stunning 119,000 cut-price meals were eaten in the parliamentary constituency.

In total, 129 business registered for the scheme.

In the neighbouring Kenilworth and Southam constituency, discounts topping £638,000 were handed out - and 102,000 cut-price meals were eaten.

Restaurants, pubs and cafes said the scheme was a huge benefit and many have continued their own discount offers.

Click here to see some of the offers.