BUSINESSES have spoken of their delight to finally reopen their doors after months of closure while pubs, cafés and restaurants described their relief at being able to welcome customers back inside after Covid regulations eased. A number of restrictions were eased yesterday as part of the government s third phase of its roadmap out of lockdown. Groups of six or two households can now meet indoors, hospitality venues can serve customers inside, overnight stays can take place and indoor entertainment sites such as museums, cinemas and children s play centres can now reopen. Geoff Middleton, owner of Muffins Coffeehouse, St Albans Street, Weymouth, took over the venue in September last year and said he is looking forward to consistency of trade now the rules have relaxed without being reliant on weather.