Here's what constitutes an essential retail service

The following is what the Government has called an indicative list of what are considered essential retail outlets, published this evening.

retail and wholesale sale of food, beverages and newspapers in non-specialised and specialised stores
retail sale of household consumer products necessary to maintain the safety and sanitation of residences and businesses
pharmacies/chemists and retailers providing pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical or dispensing services
opticians/optometrists
retail sale of selling medical and orthopaedic goods in specialised stores
fuel stations and heating fuel providers
retailers involved in the repair of motor vehicles, motorcycles and bicycle repair and related facilities (for example, tyre sales and repairs)
retail sale of essential items for the health and welfare of animals, including animal feed and medicines, animal food, pet food and animal supplies including bedding
laundries and drycleaners
banks, post offices and credit unions
retail sale of safety supply stores (for example, work clothes, Personal Protective Equipment)
hardware stores, builders’ merchants and stores that provide hardware products necessary for home and business maintenance, sanitation and farm equipment, supplies and tools essential for gardening/farming/agriculture
retail sale of office products and services for individuals working from home and for businesses
retailers providing electrical, IT and phone sales, repair and maintenance services for home