Retailers want to reopen for Black Friday as Covid cases fall

Many forced to shut their doors for more than 20 weeks due to restrictions, says Retail Excellence

Retail Excellence said its members have endured their 'worst-ever year'. Picture: iStock

Retailers in Ireland should be allowed open earlier than planned due to falling Covid-19 cases, industry body Retail Excellence has said.

Duncan Graham, managing director of Retail Excellence, said its members have endured their "worst-ever year," with many forced to shut their doors for more than 20 weeks due to Covid-19 restrictions.