The UK is in another national lockdown, as their Prime minister announced last night, on January 4th. What will this mean for the florists and garden centers in the country?
In short, on the British Florist Association webpage it is announced that local outlets such as florists which have been ordered to close until at least February 22. However, they are allowed to operate online sales, deliver and offer a click and collect service. Wedding s and funerals are still taking place but will have strict rules on numbers.
Specifically, garden centres, agricultural supplies shops and natural Christmas tree retailers are permitted to open, is stated in www.express.co.uk
The impact of the new lockdown announcement on the New Covent Flower Market is still unknown. "We are working hard to confirm for you the impact of new government regulations as soon as possible. Click below to subscribe to email updates."