Getting Tamworth re-opened for business

Chris at the Tamworth Toolbox

With the United Kingdom COVID Alert system rating moving from Level 4 to Level 3, it has led to a continued slow reduction in restrictions and part of that has been the re-opening of Tamworth businesses.

 

As of June 15th, non-essential retail shops have been allowed to open so long as they have taken measure to ensure both staff and customers can be safe. In Tamworth, the high streets stores, the market and parts of Ankerside have re-opened.

 

The hospitality, leisure and pub trades are not yet safe to open, and the town’s MP Christopher Pincher met with other Staffordshire MPs, Drayton Manor Park, Alton Towers, Molson Coors, the County Council and Visit England to discuss their approach to help these industries open safely and when appropriate.

Chris at the re-opening of Tamworth market

Commenting, Christopher Pincher MP said:

 

“The retail, hospitality, entertainment and pub industries are part of the lifeblood of Tamworth. It employs thousands of residents, supports families and in some cases puts us on the map. I am very keen to help support businesses as they adapt to this new style of shopping.

 

“On the weekend, I popped to see the re-opened market, chatted to stall holders and saw that residents were doing a great job of shopping safe. Every time I am in town, I always find myself buying something from Tamworth Toolbox and so headed over and chatted to the owner Derek about how we get Tamworth thriving again (and of course left with a bag of shopping). Also good to swing by the Tamworth Brewing Co and see George and his team selling those last minute Father’s Day gifts – I heard they sold out!

 

“Remember, keep safe as you shop and support our local and independent shops where you can.”

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