NORTH TO REOPEN TOURISM SECTOR

PEOPLE in the North got a big boost as a sweeping range of lockdown relaxations were announced by leaders in Stormont last night.

The reopening of the tourism and hospitality sectors were fast-tracked as part of a series of measures agreed by ministers yesterday. The plan signed off by the Northern Executive includes three key relaxation dates: April 23, April 30 and May 24.

The measures were outlined by First Minister Arlene Foster and Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill to a special Assembly committee

Under the plans, hairdressers can reopen on April 23, and pubs and cafés can serve people outdoors from April 30 and indoors from May 24. Hotels will be able to fully reopen on May 24 as well.