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'The doors will be open at 11am on April 26': Publicans and hoteliers speak out on lifting of restrictions on Scottish hospitality

Updated: 16/03/2021, 4:52 pm
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Local business owners have been giving their reaction as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced bars, restaurants and cafes can begin reopening on April 26.
Hospitality in Scotland will be permitted to reopen from late next month as the country makes its first steps out of coronavirus lockdown.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced to the Scottish Parliament today that hospitality will be allowed to serve alcohol outdoors with a limited service likely to be permitted indoors, although without any alcoholic drinks allowed.
Ms Sturgeon said: “The hospitality sector will begin to reopen from April 26. From that date cafes, restaurants and bars will be able to serve people outdoors in groups of up to six from three households until 10pm, alcohol will be permitted and there will be no requirement for food to be served. ....

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