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<p>Throughout the pandemic, we have consistently adapted our response as we have learnt
more about the virus and how best to tackle it. Automatic car washes were permitted
to operate during the most recent lockdown, recognising the low risk of transmission
they posed. Jet car washes, including those that are self-serviced, are not fully
automatic and were therefore required to close.</p><p>The Government published the
‘<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-spring-2021"
target="_blank">COVID-19 Response - Spring 2021</a>’, on 22 February, providing a
roadmap out of lockdown restrictions in England. As a result of progress made against
the virus, England was able to move to Step 2 on 12 April. All car washes, including
jet washes, are now permitted to open.</p><p>We keep our measures under constant review
so as to reflect the latest science and clinical data. Scientific evidence supporting
the government response to coronavirus is regularly published here - <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/scientific-evidence-supporting-the-government-response-to-coronavirus-covid-19"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/scientific-evidence-supporting-the-government-response-to-coronavirus-covid-19</a></p><p>Revised
guidance for businesses can be found here:</p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/reopening-businesses-and-venues-in-england/reopening-businesses-and-venues"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/reopening-businesses-and-venues-in-england/reopening-businesses-and-venues</a></p><p>
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