Who stays open in new restrictions?
Under the new regulations announced last night, these are the Essential Retail Outlets which are allowed to stay open, writes Brian Byrne.
Retail and wholesale sale of food, beverages and newspapers in non-specialised and specialised stores.
Retail sale of household consumer products necessary to maintain the safety and sanitation of residences and businesses.
Pharmacies/Chemists and retailers providing pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical or dispensing services.
Retail sale of selling medical and orthopaedic goods in specialised stores
Fuel stations and heating fuel providers.
Retail sale of essential items for the health and welfare of animals, including animal feed and medicines, animal food, pet food and animal supplies including bedding.
Laundries and drycleaners.
Banks, post offices and credit unions.
Retail sale of safety supply stores.
The following is the list of businesses which can only offer emergency call-out or delivery services.
Opticians/optometrists.
Retailers involved in the repair of motor vehicles, motorcycles and bicycle repair and related facilities (tyre sales and repairs for example).
Hardware stores, builder’s merchants and stores that provide hardware products necessary for home and business maintenance, sanitation and farm equipment, supplies and tools essential for gardening/farming/agriculture.
Retail sale of office products and services for individuals working from home and for businesses.
NOTE: In a clarification this morning, the latest regulations consider shopping for food to be an 'essential' journey, and there is no distance restriction. The 2km limit is for exercise and physical activity only.
Heed the Covid-19 Restrictions, Stay At Home, and Keep Washing Your Hands.
