Thousands of independent businesses and non-essential chains will be able to reopen in England from 15 June, Boris Johnson has announced, as part of plans to further ease the lockdown.
But there are many that will still be banned from opening, such as hairdressers and beauty salons.
The move to re-open some shops is also "contingent on progress in the fight against coronavirus ", and retailers will have to adhere to new guidelines to protect shoppers and workers as coronavirus controls are slowly lifted.
Outdoor markets and car showrooms will be able to reopen from 1 June. These businesses will join the likes of Homebase, B&Q, Matalan and Boots which have already been deemed "essential" retailers by the Government.
Ikea is also set to join the list which has been revised to include 'homeware' retailers.
Johnson said in order to reopen, firms will have to adhere to a list of safety guidelines, including keeping all fitting rooms closed and banning large groups of people. It stems from fears that the UK could fall victim to a second outbreak if social distancing measures are not maintained.
"Shops now have the time to implement this guidance before they reopen," he said.
"This will ensure there can be no doubt about what steps they should take."
Helen Dickinson, chief executive of the British Retail Consortium, said: “We welcome the announcement of the Government’s road map for reopening a broader range of shops next month, which provides much needed clarity on the route ahead.
"Safety is the fundamental concern for all retailers and they have been working hard to implement the necessary measures to operate safely over the past weeks.
"Now that we know which shops can open and when, retailers can begin communicating their plans with their workforces and customers. The industry stands ready to play its part in getting the economy moving again."
But while thousands of chains have finally been given the go-ahead, many, such as hairdressers and beauty salons, have been told they won't be allowed to reopen anytime soon.
Here's the full list of those that will stay shut.
Shops and businesses that are not allowed to reopen in June
Restaurants, bars and pubs
Cafes and canteens
Hairdressers, barbers, beauty and nail salons
Piercing and tattoo parlours
Holiday accommodation including hotels, hostels, B&Bs, holiday rentals, campsites and boarding houses
Caravan parks/sites for commercial uses
Libraries
Community centres
Places of worship
Museums and galleries
Nightclubs
Cinemas, theatres and concert halls
Bingo halls, casinos and betting shops
Spas and massage parlours
Skating rinks
Indoor fitness studios, gyms, swimming pools or other indoor leisure centres
Indoor arcades, bowling alleys, soft play centres and similar facilities
Funfairs
Playgrounds, outdoor gyms and outdoor swimming pools
All of the retailers that will be able to reopen next month
Food retailers
Chemists
Hardware/homeware stores
Fashion shops
Charity shops
Betting shops and arcades
Tailors, dress fitters and fashion designers
Car dealerships
Auction houses
Antique stores
Retail art galleries
Photography studios
Gift shops and retail spaces in theatres, museums, libraries, heritage sites and tourism sites
Mobile phone stores
Indoor and outdoor markets
Craft fairs
Similar types of retail
