Eager shoppers queued along Leith Street in Edinburgh as they awaited the re-opening of John Lewis. Pictures show the long queues as keen customers waited to enter the store, which has new social distancing and safety measures in place.

5. 32 stores reopen
The Edinburgh store is one of 32 that was to reopen after the pandemic after the company announced eight stores would close Photo: Katharine Hay

6. Limited service
Fitting rooms were closed and close contact beauty services were not offered Photo: Katharine Hay

7. Signage
Customers were asked to stay 2m apart with prominent signage around the store Photo: Katharine Hay

8. PPE
Staff wore face shields and there was protective screens at checkouts Photo: Katharine Hay
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