The Northern Ireland Executive announced that the use of face coverings in certain indoor settings is mandatory in the region from Monday 10 August. Face coverings should now be worn in shops and other enclosed spaces. It describes this as “a vital defence in our ongoing battle against Covid-19”. The Executive has launched the ‘Wear one...
The Scottish Government has now (from 14 August) made it mandatory for hospitality businesses to collect the contact details of customers and visitors. Businesses operating in the hospitality sector are required by law to have regard to this. It applies until further notice for public houses, restaurants and cafes – including those where they are situated...
On 11 August, Government updated its guidance Keeping workers and customers safe during COVID 19 in restaurants, pubs, bars and takeaway services. The new version includes updates on disposing of business waste, where to wear a face covering, new guidance on extremely vulnerable individuals returning to the workplace, workplace consultation in advance of returning to...
The Prime Minister announced the removal of restriction on certain businesses and activities in England from 15 August. The following will be permitted: indoor play and indoor soft play areas; bowling alleys; skating rinks and casinos. Easing of restrictions also applies to indoor theatres and music/performance venues (England) with socially distanced audiences, operating under the...
There have been some updates to Government’s advice for accommodation providers in the Working Safely guidance (of which Section 2.1.5 specifically covers caravan parks and campsites) as follows: People resident inside an area with local restrictions can go on holiday outside that area, but whilst there should only socialise indoors with members of their own household...
Government’s guidance for managing playgrounds and outdoor gyms was updated on 3 August. This includes information for operators of playgrounds and outdoor gyms; there is also advice for those responsible for public toilet areas. Information about face coverings is now included, as well as advice on risk assessments, cleaning regimes and social distancing. Social distancing...
Businesses are being asked to help raise awareness of the Government’s guidance for tourists who fall ill whilst on holiday in England. Parks should direct customers to the advice displayed on the VisitEngland website. This includes answers to questions such as: What to do if you develop Covid-19 symptoms whilst on holiday What holidaymakers must...
Swim England has published comprehensive Return to Pools Guidance in preparation for Government easing the current lockdown measures for swimming pools. It has created five detailed documents, based on the latest scientific advice and Government guidelines. These include recommendations for operators, lane swimming, family-fun sessions, club activity and swimming lessons. The documents, along with some FAQs, can...
Government has released guidance on how to claim the reimbursement for discounts given to diners with the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme. Businesses will need the records kept for each day the scheme has been used, including the: total number of diners (covers) who have used the scheme, including children total amount of discount...
The government has set out new law changes it will make to boost gigabit broadband rollout and bring better mobile coverage to the whole of the UK. The move is part of the plan to give the UK the telecoms infrastructure it needs to meet the growing demands of consumers and businesses. Funding has been pledged...