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Regulation 1
1. Chronic (long term) respiratory diseases, such as all cystic fibrosis, asthma (including severe asthma), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (including severe COPD), emphysema or bronchitis.N.I.
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I1Sch. 1 para. 1 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
2. Chronic heart disease, such as heart failure.N.I.
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I2Sch. 1 para. 2 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
3. Chronic kidney disease.N.I.
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I3Sch. 1 para. 3 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
4. Chronic liver disease, such as hepatitis.N.I.
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I4Sch. 1 para. 4 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
5. Chronic neurological conditions, such as Parkinson's disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis, a learning disability or cerebral palsy.N.I.
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I5Sch. 1 para. 5 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
6. Diabetes.N.I.
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I6Sch. 1 para. 6 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
7. Cancers.N.I.
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I7Sch. 1 para. 7 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
8. Problems with the spleen, such as sickle cell disease or removal of the spleen.N.I.
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I8Sch. 1 para. 8 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
9. A weakened immune system as the result of conditions such as HIV and AIDS, or medicines such as steroid tablets or chemotherapy.N.I.
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I9Sch. 1 para. 9 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
10. Being seriously overweight, with a body mass index of 40 or above.N.I.
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I10Sch. 1 para. 10 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
11. Rare diseases and inborn errors of metabolism that significantly increase the risk of infections such as SCID, homozygous sickle cell.N.I.
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I11Sch. 1 para. 11 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
Regulations 3 and 4
1. Restaurants, including restaurants and dining rooms in hotels or members' clubs.N.I.
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I12Sch. 2 para. 1 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
2.—(1) Cafes, including workplace canteens (subject to sub-paragraph (2)), but not including—N.I.
(a)cafes or canteens at a hospital, care home or school;
(b)canteens at a prison or an establishment intended for use for naval, military or air force purposes or for the purposes of the Department of the Secretary of State responsible for defence;
(c)services providing food or drink to the homeless.
(2) Workplace canteens may remain open where there is no practical alternative for staff at that workplace to obtain food.
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I13Sch. 2 para. 2 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
3. Bars, including bars in hotels or members' clubs.N.I.
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I14Sch. 2 para. 3 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
4. Public houses.N.I.
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I15Sch. 2 para. 4 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
5. Cinemas.N.I.
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I16Sch. 2 para. 5 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
6. Theatres.N.I.
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I17Sch. 2 para. 6 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
7. Nightclubs.N.I.
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I18Sch. 2 para. 7 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
8. Bingo halls,N.I.
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I19Sch. 2 para. 8 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
9. Concert halls.N.I.
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I20Sch. 2 para. 9 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
10. Museums and galleries.N.I.
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I21Sch. 2 para. 10 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
11. Casinos.N.I.
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I22Sch. 2 para. 11 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
12. Betting shops.N.I.
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I23Sch. 2 para. 12 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
13. Spas.N.I.
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I24Sch. 2 para. 13 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
14. Nail, beauty, hair salons and barbers [F1and tanning services, electrolysis or acupuncture] .N.I.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 2 para. 14 inserted (15.5.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/82), regs. 1, 2(9)(a) (with reg. 3)
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I25Sch. 2 para. 14 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
15. Massage parlours.N.I.
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I26Sch. 2 para. 15 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
16. Tattoo and piercing parlours.N.I.
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I27Sch. 2 para. 16 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
17. Skating rinks.N.I.
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I28Sch. 2 para. 17 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
18. Indoor fitness studios, gyms, swimming pools, bowling alleys, amusement arcades or soft play areas or other indoor leisure centres or facilities.N.I.
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I29Sch. 2 para. 18 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
19. Funfairs (whether outdoors or indoors),N.I.
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I30Sch. 2 para. 19 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
20. Playgrounds, [F2indoor] sports courts and outdoor gyms.N.I.
Textual Amendments
F2Word in Sch. 2 para. 20 inserted (7.6.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/96), regs. 1(2), 2(8)(a)(i) (with reg. 3)
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I31Sch. 2 para. 20 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
21. Outdoor markets (except for [F3livestock markets (whether for slaughter or breeding) and] stalls selling food).N.I.
Textual Amendments
F3Words in Sch. 2 para. 21 inserted (15.5.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/82), regs. 1, 2(9)(b) (with reg. 3)
Commencement Information
I32Sch. 2 para. 21 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
F422. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N.I.
Textual Amendments
F4Sch. 2 para. 22 omitted (7.6.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by virtue of The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/96), regs. 1(2), 2(8)(a)(ii) (with reg. 3)
23. Auction houses [F5except for livestock auctions, (whether for slaughter or breeding)] .N.I.
Textual Amendments
F5Words in Sch. 2 para. 23 inserted (15.5.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/82), regs. 1, 2(9)(c) (with reg. 3)
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I33Sch. 2 para. 23 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
24. Food retailers, including food markets, supermarkets, convenience stores and corner shops.N.I.
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I34Sch. 2 para. 24 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
25. Off licences and licensed shops selling alcohol (including breweries).N.I.
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I35Sch. 2 para. 25 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
26. Pharmacies (including non-dispensing pharmacies) and chemists.N.I.
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I36Sch. 2 para. 26 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
27. Newsagents.N.I.
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I37Sch. 2 para. 27 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
28. Homeware, building supplies and hardware stores.N.I.
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I38Sch. 2 para. 28 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
29. Petrol stations.N.I.
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I39Sch. 2 para. 29 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
30. [F6Motor vehicle repair] and MOT services.
Textual Amendments
F6Words in Sch. 2 para. 30 inserted (15.5.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/82), regs. 1, 2(10)(a) (with reg. 3)
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I40Sch. 2 para. 30 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
31. Bicycle shops.N.I.
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I41Sch. 2 para. 31 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
32. Taxi or vehicle hire businesses.N.I.
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I42Sch. 2 para. 32 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
33. Banks, building societies, credit unions, short term loan providers and cash points [F7“savings clubs and undertakings which by way of business operate currency exchange offices, transmit money (or any representation of money) by any means or cash cheques which are made payable to customers.] .N.I.
Textual Amendments
F7Words in Sch. 2 para. 33 inserted (15.5.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/82), regs. 1, 2(10)(b) (with reg. 3)
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I43Sch. 2 para. 33 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
34. Post offices.N.I.
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I44Sch. 2 para. 34 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
35. Funeral directors.N.I.
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I45Sch. 2 para. 35 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
36. Laundrettes and dry cleaners.N.I.
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I46Sch. 2 para. 36 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
37. Dental services, opticians, audiology services, chiropody, chiropractors, osteopaths and other medical or health services, including services relating to mental health.N.I.
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I47Sch. 2 para. 37 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
38. Veterinary surgeons and pet shops.N.I.
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I48Sch. 2 para. 38 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
39. Agricultural supplies shops.N.I.
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I49Sch. 2 para. 39 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
40. Storage and distribution facilities, including delivery drop off or collection points, where the facilities are in the premises of a business included in this Part.N.I.
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I50Sch. 2 para. 40 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
41. Car parks.N.I.
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I51Sch. 2 para. 41 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
42. Public toilets.N.I.
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I52Sch. 2 para. 42 in operation at 28.3.2020, see reg. 1(1)
[F843. Garden centres and ornamental plant nurseries (but not cafes or restaurants in such premises).]N.I.
Textual Amendments
F8Sch. 2 para. 43 inserted (15.5.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/82), regs. 1, 2(10)(c) (with reg. 3)
[F944. Animal care or welfare services, including boarding, stabling, grooming, exercising, sitting or training animals.N.I.
Textual Amendments
F9Sch. 2 paras. 44-46 inserted (7.6.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/96), regs. 1(2), 2(8)(b)(i) (with reg. 3)
45. Retailers or wholesalers of motor vehicles, including cars, light goods vehicles, motorcycles or vans; medium, large or articulated goods vehicles, including trailers; caravans or motorhomes; agricultural vehicles and equipment; mining, construction or civil engineering vehicles; buses or coaches.N.I.
Textual Amendments
F9Sch. 2 paras. 44-46 inserted (7.6.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/96), regs. 1(2), 2(8)(b)(i) (with reg. 3)
46. Retailers of the following items which are situated in premises—N.I.
(1) with direct street access or
(2) in a retail park or
(3) which are not themselves enclosed or substantially enclosed within other premises—
(a)electrical household appliances;
(b)computers, including accessories and software (but not including the retail of items comprising solely or primarily of video games);
(c)audio, video, radio and television equipment, including music and DVD players and recorders, cameras and accessories;
(d)telecommunications equipment, including telephones, answering machines, mobile phones and other two-way communication equipment;
(e)household furniture, furnishings and lighting.]
Textual Amendments
F9Sch. 2 paras. 44-46 inserted (7.6.2020 at 11.00 p.m.) by The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2020 (S.R. 2020/96), regs. 1(2), 2(8)(b)(i) (with reg. 3)
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