L-R: Trevor Higgins (Bradford Breakthrough), Catherine Riley (Kirkgate Centre), Ian Ward (The Broadway) and Mike Cartwright (Chamber of Commerce)
NON-ESSENTIAL businesses in Bradford are "very excited" ahead of being able to potentially re-open next month, but safety remains a "priority" as the fight against Covid continues.
Under Step 2 of the Government's roadmap, non-essential shops will be able to re-open on 12 April, while hospitality venues will also be allowed to serve people outdoors.
After a tough 12 months, Dr Trevor Higgins, Chief Executive of Bradford Breakthrough, has tipped Bradford's local economy to make a "speedy recovery".
"I think the important thing is that we have a road out of lockdown. Businesses need certainty and to be able to plan for the future", he said.