Shops announce plans to reopen on 12th April
A number of retailers have confirmed that they will reopen their doors to the public
Last updated 20th Apr 2021
A number of retailers have announced they will once again welcome shoppers back through their doors on Monday 12th April after being closed for more than 3-months.
It comes after Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed on Easter Monday that the next step of the roadmap to ease lockdown would go ahead.
From Monday 12th April, restrictions will be lifted to allow non-essential shops to reopen their doors and pub and restaurants to serve customers outdoors.
But which stores have said they will reopen next week?
John Lewis
John Lewis is set to reopen its 32 remaining stores in England after announcing the permanent closure of 8 stores last month.
Its stores in Glasgow and Edinburgh will open on 26th April and 14th May respectively.
Ikea
Ikea reopened its stores in Scotland on Easter Monday, with its stores in England and Wales set to follow suit on 12th April.
However, the famous Ikea restaurants will remain closed until 17th May in keeping with the Government's roadmap for easing restrictions.
Primark
From next week, Primark will offer extended opening hours in many stores in England and Wales to allow customers to shop safely.
Poundland
Deemed an essential shop, the majority of Poundland's stores have stayed open throughout lockdown.
However, 55 shops which were temporarily closed will reopen next week.
What else can I do from 12th April?
12 April: shops, hairdressers, nail salons, libraries, outdoor attractions
From 12 April, non-essential shops, hairdressers, nail salons, libraries, outdoor attractions, including zoos, theme parks and outdoor cinemas will be permitted to reopen.
12 April: Beer gardens reopen
From 12 April, pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues will be allowed to serve people outdoors. There will be no need for customers to order a substantial meal with alcoholic drinks and no curfew, although you must order via table service.
12 April: Gyms reopen
Indoor leisure facilities such as gyms can reopen from 12 April (but only for use by people on their own or in household groups).
12 April: Self contained accommodation
Self-contained accommodation such as campsites and holiday lets, where indoor facilities are not shared with other households can also reopen in Step 2 of lockdown easing, taking place on the 12th April.
17 May: Indoor mixing
STEP THREE: From May 17 at earliest, two households or groups of up to six people can mix indoors and limited crowds will be allowed to return to sporting events. Children's play areas will be opened alongside hotels, and limited groups will be allowed in theatres.
17 May: Possible foreign travel
STEP THREE: Foreign travel may be permitted from 17 May.
17 May: Indoor hospitality
STEP THREE: Indoor hospitality including pubs and restaurants could reopen from 17 May.
21 June: Nightclubs could reopen
From 21 June all remaining restrictions on social distancing could be lifted, and larger events may be allowed to resume, including theatres. Nightclubs may also be allowed to reopen.
21 June: Bigger weddings
Bigger wedding celebrations may be permitted from 21 June.