JD Wetherspoon bosses said branches will offer a slightly reduced menu, while all workers will be handed facemasks and protective eyewear, when pubs reopen. It comes as the Prime Minister told landlords they should "use their ingenuity and exploit outdoor spaces where possible" when branches across England reopen on July 4. Wetherspoon chairman, Tim Martin, said: "We are extremely pleased that pubs are reopening on 4 July after a long hiatus. A total of £11million will be invested to introduce safety screens at counters - while two new full time workers will be hired per branch. (Image: Getty Images)Under the changes, all Wetherspoons pubs will have screens fitted at the till point, while customers will be encouraged to pay via its smartphone app.

Source: Daily Mirror June 23, 2020 13:58 UTC