In the younger generation, people are not so much interested in drinking alcohol. Many prefer to relax with cannabis, but it is illegal for "recreational" purpo

In the younger generation, people are not so much interested in drinking alcohol. Many prefer to relax with cannabis, but it is illegal for "recreational" purposes. So going to pub, then going somewhere to smoke, then coming back to pub was just tedious and risky. Especially that police likes to harass people minding their own business and if they are from ethnic minorities. That combined with the cost of living crisis, means it's cheaper and more comfortable to meet at ones home or somewhere in the park.