Originally written by Anna Jordan on Small Business
Mark Drakeford, the first minister of Wales, has announced the country’s first steps out of lockdown, including dates when some businesses could reopen.
As with England and Scotland’s roadmaps, reopening of schools takes priority. But unlike the others, Mark Drakeford has created a plan based on dates rather than numbered stages. That said, case numbers will have to stay low and certain conditions will need to be met in order to ease restrictions.
Here’s the current plan.
From March 13
The ‘stay home’ message will change to ‘stay local’. This means that people can travel in their local area – that’s usually within five miles
Outdoor sports facilities reopen including tennis courts, golf courses and bowling greens
From March 15
Hairdressers and barbers reopen to cut hair by appointment only
From March 22
Non-essential aisles in supermarkets reopen
Garden centres reopen
From March 27 (if review conditions are met)
Self-contained accommodation reopens for one household
‘Stay local’ guidance lifted and tourism reopens. This will allow people to travel within Wales
From April 12 (dependent on April 1 review)
All close contact services reopen
All non-essential retail reopens
No mention has been made for other sectors such as hospitality and theatres.
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