Pubs could stay closed until July as lockdown powers quietly extended

Pubs, restaurants and cafes across England are currently only able to serve takeaways (Picture: Rex/ Getty)Pubs, restaurants and non-essential shops could remain closed until July this year after the Government quietly extended their lockdown powers.
The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) (No.3) Regulations 2020, brought in during July last year, were due to expire last week. The regulations allow the Government to close certain premises, such as those in the hospitality and