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Announcement on gym and spa reopening dates expected at 5.00pm today
POSTED 09 Jul 2020 . BY Liz Terry
Oliver Dowden is expected to announce the reopening schedule for gyms and spas at 5.00pm today Credit: DMCS
HCM understands a decision on reopening dates for gyms and also for spas will be made today at a one-off government press briefing by culture secretary, Oliver Dowden, at 5.00pm.

Watch the announcement live here:

***We'll keep you updated as the story breaks***
RELATED STORIES
  Gymbox says it's had threats of legal action over reopening plans, but no explanation as to why the government is keeping gyms closed


Boutique gym operator, Gymbox, faced threats of legal action over its bid to reopen on 4 July, with CEO, Marc Diaper deciding not to proceed as a result.
  Breaking: gyms could reopen ‘in a couple of weeks’, says Boris Johnson


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that gyms may be able to reopen in a ‘couple of weeks’. Johnson made the comments during an interview with radio station LBC on 3 July. "We are going to reopen gyms as soon as we can do it in a COVID-19-secure way and I think that the date for reopening gyms at the moment, if we can do it, is in just a couple of weeks’ time," Johnson said.
  Industry fears local lockdowns could scupper reopening – could also recalibrate the value of gym businesses


A number of gym operators are concerned that local lockdowns could come into effect in some areas of the UK before gyms reopen, further delaying the full restarting of the industry –  especially in major urban areas.
  Industry responds as UK parliament mocks wellness and beauty sector


The UK spa, beauty and wellness industry is in uproar following a recent Prime Minister’s Question time where the urgent matter of reopening the sector reduced MPs to laughter.
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Announcement on gym and spa reopening dates expected at 5.00pm today
POSTED 09 Jul 2020 . BY Liz Terry
Oliver Dowden is expected to announce the reopening schedule for gyms and spas at 5.00pm today Credit: DMCS
HCM understands a decision on reopening dates for gyms and also for spas will be made today at a one-off government press briefing by culture secretary, Oliver Dowden, at 5.00pm.

Watch the announcement live here:

***We'll keep you updated as the story breaks***
RELATED STORIES
Gymbox says it's had threats of legal action over reopening plans, but no explanation as to why the government is keeping gyms closed


Boutique gym operator, Gymbox, faced threats of legal action over its bid to reopen on 4 July, with CEO, Marc Diaper deciding not to proceed as a result.
Breaking: gyms could reopen ‘in a couple of weeks’, says Boris Johnson


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that gyms may be able to reopen in a ‘couple of weeks’. Johnson made the comments during an interview with radio station LBC on 3 July. "We are going to reopen gyms as soon as we can do it in a COVID-19-secure way and I think that the date for reopening gyms at the moment, if we can do it, is in just a couple of weeks’ time," Johnson said.
Industry fears local lockdowns could scupper reopening – could also recalibrate the value of gym businesses


A number of gym operators are concerned that local lockdowns could come into effect in some areas of the UK before gyms reopen, further delaying the full restarting of the industry –  especially in major urban areas.
Industry responds as UK parliament mocks wellness and beauty sector


The UK spa, beauty and wellness industry is in uproar following a recent Prime Minister’s Question time where the urgent matter of reopening the sector reduced MPs to laughter.
MORE NEWS
Butterfly sanctuary to host hot yoga during retreat at Jersey Zoo for Hotel de France
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat package that includes a hot yoga session that will take place in Jersey Zoo’s butterfly sanctuary.
Warner Bros Discovery collaborates on upcoming Pompeii attraction
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii is preparing to open near the world-famous archaeological site in southern Italy.
Bob Rogers hands BRC to long-serving leadership team
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder Bob Rogers pass ownership of the business to four long-serving senior executives, while remaining actively involved with the company.
Rainer Maelzer joins Therme Group as chief entertainment officer
Rainer Maelzer, an experiential entertainment innovator, has been appointed chief entertainment officer by Therme Group.
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Vekoma Rides has a large variety of coasters and attractions. [more...]
Alterface

Alterface’s Creative Division team is seasoned in concept and ride development, as well as storyte [more...]
TechnoAlpin Indoor

TechnoAlpin is the world leader for snowmaking systems. With the Indoor snow division, TechnoAlpin c [more...]
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Iconic Liverpool attraction opens door to new operators
An opportunity to reimagine one of the UK’s most recognisable towers has been formally opened by Rivington Hark, as St Johns Beacon invites operators and partners to shape its next phase. [more...]
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