Closed in March: Car dealerships will not be allowed to open their showrooms to customers until 12 April. But he added: 'Nevertheless, the fact that retail showrooms must remain closed until April at least is deeply disappointing given these facilities are Covid-secure, large premises with low footfall and able to operate on an appointment-only basis.' 'We look to Government to work with the sector to provide ongoing support and clarity so the industry can plan its reopening and recovery.' 'Since the outbreak of the virus a year ago, the motor industry was one of the first to work with the Government to develop guidelines to enable a safe return to work. In 2019, some 353,250 new cars were bought in the ninth month, accounting for around 15 per cent of sales.

Source: The Nation February 23, 2021 18:45 UTC