Under the new measures that came into effect this week, pubs, restaurants and non-essential shops will again be forced to close their doors.
MPs have backed a new four-week coronavirus lockdown for England, after Boris Johnson warned of an “existential threat” to the NHS without action to curb the spread of the disease.
The Commons voted by 516 to 38 – a Government majority of 478 – for the new restrictions.
Boris Johnson has sought to reassure people the measures will be eased on December 2 as planned, and should enable shops and businesses to reopen in time for the run-up to Christmas but the Prime Minister acknowledged that it would depend on getting the R number – the reproduction rate of the virus – back down below 1.
Bars, pubs and restaurants must stay closed except for delivery or takeaway services.
They will be permitted to sell takeaway alcohol so long as it is pre-ordered online, or via phone or post.
Pre-ordered drinks can be sold to and collected by a customer ‘provided the purchaser does not enter inside the premises to do so’, regulations state.
Hotels, hostels and other accommodation should only open for those who have to travel for work and for a limited number of other reasons including people who need accommodation while moving house, to attend a funeral or if they are isolating themselves from others as required by law.
A number of restaurants in the city have taken the decision to continue to operate and have either expanded or created their capacity to offer takeaways.
Below are a list of some that are doing so and their contact details.
Any businesses that are offering takeaways during lockdown and wish to be mentioned can email [email protected].
1. Gurkha Durbaar, Broadway
The Nepalese, Indian restaurant are opening during this lockdown, after staying closed in March. They have moved into offering takeaways and are doing so throughout the next month. They are offering deliveries but also a 25% discount for collections. Phone: 01733 344144 Photo: Midlands
2. The Chalkboard, Riverside Walk
The tea room and bistro is creating their own takeaway menu, which will be available from Thursday (November 5) on their website and via phone on 01733 305406. Photo: Midlands
3. Pizza House, Cowgate
Pizza House have amended their opening times. They are open between 11:30am and 9pm Tuesday to Saturday for take-aways only. Phone: 01733 5679292. Photo: Midlands
4. House of Feasts, Eye Green
Damian Wawrzyniak is keeping House of Feasts operating seven days a week between 8am and 5pm. They have a specialised takeaway menu and the online store will remain open, with a range of meats, delicatessen items, fresh bread amongst others and you can also pick up a new christmas tree! They are also offering Sunday roasts, which can be ordered online or via whatsapp on 01733221279. Deliveries are available, as well as collections from the front door at half an hour intervals between 12 and 3pm. Photo: Midlands