tourism begins to reopen across the country. All self-catering, hostel and guest house accommodation along with its café and restaurant have been officially closed until August 31.
Residents hope to dissuade day trippers and campers from visiting in order to protect vulnerable residents – with 30% of islanders in the coronavirus risk category.
The island, home to 110 residents, has also delayed opening to tourists as a result of limited capacity on ferries, The Press and Journal report.The decision was voted on by a large majority of locals who later released a statement.It read: “We realise for many people our decision is hard on you.
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