Indoor dining is returning for the fully vaccinated next week.
Under Government plans there will be no time limit but the 11.30pm closing time is to remain in place...
And, there will be stricter rules for social distancing when unvaccinated children are present – including a two metre distance between tables.
Digital and paper certs will be accepted, while an app will be rolled out for businesses to check customers’ vaccination status on entry. A requirement for photo ID is also being considered.
What do you think about these rules? Are you happy for indoor dining to be reopening?
Andrea heard from publicans and restaurateurs with their views...
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