Construction sector to return to work

Tue, 21 Apr 2020

The Manx Government has confirmed the construction sector will be able to return to work from this Friday.

Chief Minister Howard Quayle confirmed the news in today's media briefing.

This will include gardeners, painters and decorators, tradespeople and many in the construction industry.

Supporting services such as waste and recycling points will also be able to operate provided they can do sosafely while respecting social distancing guidelines.

The measure is being brought forward following consultation between the Department for Enterprise and industry representatives, including the Construction Forum. Full details of the sectors and trades covered by this change will be published online at gov.im/coronavirus tomorrow.

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