It will be interesting to see how busy Brigg town centre is tomorrow - Thursday being market day which is traditionally when most custom is generated (other than the monthly farmers' markets held on Saturdays).
Brigg has possessed a market charter since the 13th century, and in Lockdown 3 the stalls put out by North Lincolnshire Council have continued to operate since the new year with social distancing and other measures in place.
However, with the reopening of 'non-essential' shops earlier this week, increased 'footfall' can be expected tomorrow.
An important factor is the Government downgrading its 'Stay Home' instruction to 'Stay Local'. So people who were previously reluctant to visit Brigg town centre to shop can now consider revising their approach.
This week has also seen pubs freed from lockdown and permitted to offer outdoor 'table service.'
Full reopening of licensed premises is earmarked for mid-May unless there is a sizeable rise in Coronavirus infection figures across the UK.
The free car parking concession, courtesy of North Lincolnshire Council, continues to apply in Brigg for those keen to use and support local businesses.
PICTURED: Pavement markings indicating social distancing at Brigg's Thursday market, with former Town Mayor Coun Ann Eardley (right) doing some shopping.
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