Live performances can take place in hospitality venues in Wales from Friday, but will still be subject to strict public health restrictions. After a lot of engagement with the sector, we’re happy to confirm live performances can begin once again in Wales across all settings. First Minister Mark Drakeford told the PA news agency earlier this month that live music venues and nightclubs would not be considered for reopening until “towards the end of June and into July”. On Friday a Welsh Government spokesperson told PA the new guidance “only applies to all hospitality settings, defined as music venues, bars, pubs, cafes, restaurants and licenced premises”. On Thursday the Welsh Government revealed the change to live performances on its Twitter page, saying: “After a lot of engagement with the sector, we’re happy to confirm live performances can begin once again in Wales across all settings.

Source: Irish Independent May 28, 2021 11:48 UTC