BUSINESSES across Tynedale have reacted to the Government’s roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions. Matt Cawood, owner of the Boatside Inn, Warden, said he was pleasantly surprised that the government rules have allowed outdoor hospitality to open on April 12 as he didn’t anticipate the rules allowing pubs and restaurants to open at all until May. “We are looking forward to making the most of our outdoor space and hoping we can enjoy some spring sunshine,” he said. “I am hoping that the timetable will work as planned. “We have all got something to aim towards now.” Gemma Cheesman, owner of Capelli Hair Design in Corbridge, said she is looking forward to hairdressers being allowed to open.