Since 2 December, as set out in the COVID Winter Plan, we have returned to a tiered approach to COVID-19 restrictions in England. Relevant venues in the entertainment, leisure and tourism sectors - including bowling alleys - will be permitted to reopen in tiers 1 and 2, subject to curfew restrictions and in line with COVID-19 Secure guidance. In tier 3 areas, indoor venues and attractions - including bowling alleys - must close.<\/p>
We worked closely with a range of visitor economy stakeholders to develop our guidance for leisure and hospitality venues. We continue to engage with bowling stakeholders, such as the Ten-Pin Bowling Proprietor\u2019s Association, to update and review our guidance. Further specific guidance on bowling alleys has been published within UKHospitality\u2019s \u2018COVID-19 Secure Guidelines for Hospitality Businesses.\u2019<\/p>
Our decisions have been and will continue to be based on scientific evidence and public health assessments.<\/p>
Bowling centre operators can continue to access the Government\u2019s comprehensive support package - including the extended furlough and self-employed support schemes, new grant schemes, as well as various government-backed loans. We have also provided business rates relief and grants for many in the retail, leisure and hospitality sector.<\/p>
We are listening to stakeholders\u2019 concerns, and will continue to closely monitor the ongoing impact of Government restrictions on bowling alleys.<\/p>
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