Social distancing in place as shops reopen in Clay Cross, Eckington, Killamarsh and Dronfield

A series of changes will be visible around the towns, with safety measures put in place to ensure everyone can safely keep to the 2m social distancing rules.

Extra cycle parking will also be included in each town centre to reduce the need for public transport.

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Retailers are putting measures in place to limit the number of shoppers in store, arranging collection points, installing protective screens where appropriate and encouraging contactless payments.

Residents are also advised to shop alone where possible to limit the numbers of people queueing. Seating areas will be installed in the towns to provide comfort and

safe areas to wait.

Leader of North East Derbyshire District Council, Councillor Martin Thacker, said: “We are working incredibly hard to make sure it is safe for customers to return to our town centres on 15 June.

“The measures put in place will enable the safety of all and reassure customers it is safe to shop in our towns and shoppers are welcomed back.

“We have been working closely with both retailers and businesses to advise on measures to put in place for them to be safe and compliant with Government guidance, helping them to re-open safely.”

The district council says it is following Government guidelines and working in partnership with Derbyshire County Council, partner organisations, retailers and businesses.