Opinion is split on the announcement for pub reopening during the Spring OPINION is divided among pubs in Bradford over the planned reopening for the industry in the roadmap out of lockdown revealed by the Prime Minister. Pubs and restaurants could reopen for outdoor service from April 12 under Boris Johnson s plans, with indoor service to be allowed from May 17 at the earliest. The rule of six will remain in place until the summer for these industries, when social distancing rules are due to be abolished. The Record Café s Keith Wildman said he was glad to have a fixed date to work towards, however The Alexandra s Wayne Clarkson felt the Government s logic was nonsensical .