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# essential or non-essential

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Explainer: What exactly are the rules for essential and non-essential retailers and how can they be enforced?

What penalties are in place for businesses that break the rules?

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Oct 30th 2020, 11:00 AM

Explainer: Why are some non-essential retailers continuing to operate in Level 5?

What exactly do the government guidelines say about retailers?

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Oct 24th 2020, 6:30 AM