but trades unions are warning that removing the legal requirement to self isolate puts workers in an impossible position. so what effect will today s announcement have on business and the economy? our business editor simonjack reports. the darkest days of lockdown seem a distant memory. the economy has bounced back. but changes to the way we live and work are still with us. for this salon in the manchester suburb of monton, people working from home, spending more time in the neighbourhood, means life is looking good. i d say that business has been better than ever. i think that people working from home, their schedule is more flexible. we have had a big influx of new clients, as well, because of that. people spending more time and money here means less of both for city centre businesses, like jen s distillery and bar. her friday night takings are still 25% lower than pre pandemic. we, the whole sector, have had a really tough 2a months. it has been quite bruising. so i would like to