PERSONAL care premises such as hairdressers and nail salons can all reopen from April 12 in England.
But what about mobile hairdressers? Here’s the latest…
Hairdressers can reopen from April 12, 2021, in the second stage out of lockdown
Can mobile hairdressers work from April 12?
Some of the Covid lockdown rules on what you can and cannot do will change on Monday April 12, 2021.
As part of Boris Johnson‘s roadmap, hairdressers can reopen during the second phase to freedom in England.
It’ll be a relief for shaggy-haired Brits who are getting increasingly fed up with being unable to go for a trim during months of lockdown.
The PM has confirmed that the next step out of lockdown gives the green light for firms in the personal care sector to reopen, including hairdressers, mobile hairdressers and nail salons, from April 12.
There should be good ventilation, for example opening doors, windows, and vents. This is to reduce the risk of aerosol transmission of the coronavirus.
There should also be frequent cleaning, good hand hygiene, and protective face masks being worn during the visit.
Given that mobile hairdressers provide close contact services, the government says hairdressers should wear both a clear visor or goggles and a Type II face mask to keep their clients safe.
Anyone who has Covid-19 symptoms is entitled to a free NHS test.
Rapid lateral flow test kits are free of charge for businesses registered in England, and for employees who cannot work from home until June 30, 2021.
But, you must register by 11.59pm on April 12, 2021. If your business is closed or you cannot provide tests now, you should still register so you can order tests in the future, says the government.
But mobile hairdressers should not use this service if you or your employees have Covid symptoms – order a PCR test and stay at home.
Mobile hairdressers should also take part in NHS Test and Trace by keeping a record of all your customers, visitors and staff for 21 days. This is a legal requirement.
