Ayamonte is currently in Phase 4 and Grade 1 according to the Andalusian Ministry For Health and Families. The restrictions have been published in a previous post but I have translated the exceptions to the rule of the 18.00 closing. Please note this is for Ayamonte and all areas in this phase with the exception of Granada which due to higher incidence has more severe restrictions.
Exceptions to the Early Closing 18.00 (Grade 1)
All of Andalusia (Except Granada)
Establishments / Activities Which Do Not Have to Close at 18.00
- Industrial Activity.
- Wholesale trade, including the transport of merchandise.
- Establishments where food, drinks and essential goods are sold.
- Professional services (Lawyers offices, solicitors, notary, consultancies, telephone services, psychology consults, architects’ studios etc).
- Civil servants.
- Housekeepers (Domestic workers).
- Veterinarian clinics or centre.
- Petrol Stations.
- Car rentals and M.O.T
- Home delivery services (including food)
- Soup kitchens and all establishments that hand over or deliver food in a charitable or solidarity manner.
- Funeral parlours.
- The centres and services for the execution of judicial measures and services of criminal mediation for minors as well as family meeting points.
- Emergency Services.
- Investigation Centres.
Establishments with a Special Schedule
- Service areas on the motorway
- Establishments located in airports and stations for people using the services
- Establishments located in hospitals, funeral homes and health centres
- Establishments located in fish markets, markets and similar to provide service to the workers.
Not included in these exception and for that reason they must close at 18.00 : for example: Tobacconists, hairdressers and aesthetic clinics
Establishments / Activities which do not close in Health and Socio-Sanitary Fields
- Social services and socio-sanitary
- Health centres, services, and health establishments (This includes al the medical specialities, Pharmacies, Para pharmacies, Optical Clinics, Orthopaedics etc).
- Early Childhood Care Centres and Outpatient Treatment centres.
Bars & Restaurants that do not close at 18.00
- Restaurants which are in tourist accommodation for exclusive use of the clients.
- Restaurants or canteens which are integrated into health centres, socio-sanitary and social, school diners and the services for social dining centres.
- Other Catering services within schools and the catering services which provide a service to workers in place of work.
- Catering services or vending machines for prepared foods in petrol stations or loading or delivery points.
Sports Practice Permitted from 18.00 to 22.00
- While practicing a federated sport and obeying the respective protocols, in indoor spaces and open-air in the age category from 16 to Adult.
- The sports centres to do outdoor physical activity of a non-federated sport always when this is a non-contact sports and for 16-year olds and over.
Educational Activity Permitted from 18.00 to 22.00
- Education centres and University activity (Training and investigative work)
- Includes all types of teaching like morning classes, professional training centres, Adult education centres, Conservatories, Driving schools, Academies.
- School transport also included.
FAQ
Can a carpenter’s workshop continue their activity after 18.00?
Yes, as long as they are not open to the public.
Can a mechanic’s workshop continue their activity after 18.00?
Yes, as long as they are not open the public except in emergency situations.
Can the hairdresser offer services after 18.00?
No, as it is a public commercial activity.
Can merchandise transport service continue after 18.00?
Yes , as it is deemed an essential service to supply the commercial establishments.
Can you be served at the bar or put on a buffet?
No, according to the order published on 29th October 2020.
Can I keep my academy or my extracurricular activity centre open after 18.00?
Yes.
Can I travel to another municipality to view a property I want to buy?
No.
Can I travel to another municipalities for work?
Yes.
If I have multi-product store, can I sell all my products after 18.00?
No, you can only sell goods deemed essential as per Article 3 and non-essential goods must be cornered off.
If I have a gym do I have to close by 18.00?
Yes, except for federated athletes 16 or over.
And if I have open air padel courts?
Yes, you can stay open after 18.00 for athletes 16 or over.