The change revokes the open-door policy established in 2018, which allowed non-paying guests to use the space and restrooms.

Starbucks is changing its policy so that people who use the store to go to the bathroom or hang out must purchase something. It marks a change from its open-door policy in place since 2018. That original change came after two Black men were arrested in a Philadelphia location where they planned to have a business meeting but didn't purchase anything.

Coffee giant Starbucks has announced changes to who can use toilets inside their cafes. The chain has shared that only those who purchase something will be allowed access to the bathrooms. The change is set to come into force from January 27 in the sites across North America.