Paddy Burns’ barber shop reopened with crowds outside waiting for a haircut
Derry barber Paddy Burns was one of those very pleased to be able to reopen his doors to customers.
This is despite concerns about a rising Covid-19 infection rate in the North West in recent weeks.
The North of Ireland went back into lockdown on December 26 last.
Paddy said he was met by a queue of clients outside his shop on Friday morning.
“The feeling is good because a lot more people have now had the jag and they are feeling a bit more confident about coming out,” he said.
“It was good to see a crowd outside this morning – there was a bit of a cheer for me as I came down the street.”
In Strabane, salon owner Amy Mahon said reopening could not have come soon enough.
“It’s been really tough – it’s turned out to be just under four months,” she told BBC Radio Foyle.
“You miss your clients so much so I’m really looking forward to getting back open.
“For some of my clients this hour might be the only hour of the week they get to themselves, like busy mummies working full-time.
“It’s about relaxation, it just makes you feel better about yourself.”
From next Friday, April 30, there will be a further easing of lockdown with all non-essential trade to reopen again.
