Explanatory Note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations amend the Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 in order to:
— permit the re-opening of museums, galleries and betting shops from 3 July;
— permit the re-opening of massage, tattooing & piercing businesses from 6 July;
— permit the re-opening of spas from 6 July, but not insofar as they provide services relating to water or steam;
— permit the restricted opening of restaurants and bars in registered clubs from 3 July;
— to ensure that funerals are no longer restricted to close family or friends;
— to allow for attendance at a summer school or scheme; and
— to correct the numbering of sub-paragraphs and ensure that beer gardens can sell intoxicating liquor without food.
No impact assessment has been prepared for these Regulations.