Pubs and bars could be re-open from July, the Environment Secretary, George Eustice has claimed. Mr Eustice said that he is “hopeful” the hospitality industry and the pub sector will be able to open "during the month of July”, subject to science.
He said the Government is "already working with the hospitality and pub sector to identify what social distancing measures" might be able to put in place to make service possible.
His comments come just a day after Bella Italia, Las Iguanas and Cafe Rouge owners announced plans to contact administrators after two months of coronavirus lockdown.
The Environment Secretary said the Prime Minister has outline a plan to get pubs and restaurants opening "tentatively" during the month of July.
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