Shoppers urged to ‘play their part’
Shoppers have been urged to "play their part" in helping reduce the spread of coronavirus as the wider retail sector gets set to reopen its doors.
Shoppers have been urged to "play their part" in helping reduce the spread of coronavirus as the wider retail sectorgetssettoreopenitsdoors.
The Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) and Usdaw have come together to ask Scots to play their part in creating a safe and enjoyable environmentforothercustomersand staff.
Non-essential stores have been shut in Scotland for 115 consecutive days but the Scottish Government is now expected to confirm they can reopen on Monday April 26.
David Lonsdale, SRC director, said: "Every purchase from a shop helps support jobs in local retail and throughout the supply chain.
"Retailers and their colleagues continue to work around the clock to maintain a safe shopping experience, so customers can have the
confidence to return to their favourite stores.
"If we all follow the necessary physical distancing and hygiene measures and show consideration to those around us, including shop staff who are doing a difficult job, then everyone will be better off."
Tracy Gilbert, Usdaw deputy divisional officer for Scotland, added: "The reopening of stores on Monday offers a lifeline for many retailers.
"Shoppersneedtoplaytheir part in helping to limit the spread of the virus and avoid further lockdowns by following the rules and respecting staff.