A look at the difficulties facing England's tourism industry as it prepares to re-open for business.

The Headland hotel is preparing to reopen after being closed for 100 days due to COVID-19. New safety measures, such as mandatory hand sanitization, are being implemented. The hotel faces economic challenges, including staff redundancies and reduced capacity. Newquay, heavily reliant on tourism, has seen a significant rise in unemployment. Despite the return of tourists, the future of local businesses remains uncertain due to reduced spending. New guidelines require pre-booking for attractions and reduced capacity in restaurants. The safe return of tourists is crucial for economic recovery in Cornwall.

What is one of the new safety measures being implemented at the Headland hotel upon reopening?

• Complimentary breakfast

• Mandatory hand sanitization

• Daily room cleaning

• Free room upgrades

What has been the impact of the pandemic on employment in Newquay?

• Unemployment has decreased

• Unemployment has remained stable

• Unemployment has increased by 100%

• Unemployment has increased by 50%

Why might the return of tourists not guarantee the future of businesses in Newquay?

• Tourists are not interested in visiting

• Reduced capacity and spending due to new guidelines

• Businesses are not ready to reopen

• Tourists prefer other destinations

What is a new requirement for visiting leading attractions in Cornwall?

• No entry fee

• Pre-booking a ticket

• Unlimited entry

• Free guided tours

What is the key to economic recovery in Cornwall according to the transcript?

• Increased local spending

• Expansion of local businesses

• Safe return of tourists

• Government subsidies