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.