Boris Johnson last night announced a series of wide-ranging measures to tackle the UK’s coronavirus outbreak.
Effective immediately, the government says you can go outside only for “very limited purposes”.
He also ordered most businesses to close, with only a small minority allowed to stay open that offer ‘essential serives’
So, who CAN stay open to allow people in Gedling borough to shop for basic necessities?
Shops and businesses in Gedling borough that must close
Restaurants – except food delivery outlets that can remain open
Cafes – except those in hospitals, care homes or schools
Pubs, bars and nightlife
Hair, beauty and nail salons
Massage parlours
All retail stores (except those listed in the section at the bottom)
Outdoor and indoor markets – except those that offer food
Auction houses
Car showrooms
Hotels, hostels, B&Bs, campsites and boarding houses – unless people live there as a primary residence
Caravan parks – if people use them as a primary home, they can continue to do so
Libraries – unless they host food banks
Places of worship
Cinemas, theatres and concert halls
Museums, galleries
Bingo halls, casinos and betting shops
Spas
Skating rinks
Fitness studios, gyms, swimming pools, leisure centres
Arcades, bowling alleys, play centres
Enclosed spaces in parks such as sports courts, playgrounds, outdoor gyms
The retailers allowed to remain open
Supermarkets and other food shops
Health shops
Pharmacies
Petrol stations
Bicycle shops
Home and hardware stores
Laundrettes and dry cleaners
Garages
Car rentals
Pet shops
Corner shops
Newsagents
Post Offices
Banks
Where is our MP in the midst of this crisis? I haven’t heard a peep, so I presume he’s self-isolating.