High street chain Halfords has reopened a further 34 stores, including 22 of garages as part of efforts to ease lockdown measures - though shoppers still won't be able to enter its branches.
A total of 346 stores are now open - out of a possible 446, many of whom remained open during the pandemic. Halfords is allowed to stay open because it is considered an essential retailer that provides a crucial service to the nation, however like DIY chains, it made the decision to close a number of stores back in March to help mitigate the spread of coronavirus.
While branches are now open, customers are still not allowed to enter stores, with interaction limited where possible. The retailer is also no longer accepting cash payments - telling all