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Manchester has been placed in Tier 3 from 00:01 Friday 23 October. Businesses and venues can continue to operate, in a COVID-secure manner, other than those that remain closed in law
From 00:01 Friday 23 October pubs and bars must close unless they operate as if they were a restaurant, which means serving substantial meals, like a main lunchtime or evening meal. They may only serve alcohol as part of such a meal.
The hospitality industry is under threat. The imposition of further restrictions upon conurbations in the North of England will result in a catastrophic impact on the entire sector if it is not given immediate support.
Manchester city centre is open for business. CityCo, Chamber of Commerce and pro-manchester are working with Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Police and Marketing Manchester to warmly welcome back thousands of vital workers, commuters and visitors to the city centre.
Test and Trace enforcement and Manchester City Council guidance for communications to share with communities, artwork downloads and suggested health messaging.
It is compulsory to wear face masks in all shops, food and drink venues and on public transport. Download the promotional artwork to help spread the word to customers (posters, social media assets).
18 September: Government regulations that apply to any business in a public house, café, restaurant or other business which provides food or drink for consumption on the premises.
You’ve probably seen the decision to end Tax-Free Shopping in its current form. New West End Company are leading with national retailers on lobbying the government to change their mind.
CityCo and Manchester BID are working with members and city partners throughout the Covid crisis to support to our networks and the wider business community.
From Saturday 8 to Sunday 16 August, Shudehill and Market Street Metrolink stops will be closed while essential track repair works take place.
The Covid-19 crisis has of course been a challenging time for all. Manchester BID has continued to operate throughout the period to provide help and support to our retail network.
Restaurants and establishments serving food for on-premises consumption can now sign up to a new initiative aimed at encouraging people to safely return to dining out.