A CARLISLE car dealership says it will keep its service departments open for key workers during the Coronavirus outbreak.

Bristol Street Motors, run by Vertu Motors plc, said it is taking the steps to ensure they can continue their vital work during the pandemic.

This applies to the Carlisle Vauxhall and SEAT branches.

Anyone classed by the government as a keyworker or vehicles such as utilities, emergency services and food and necessary goods distributors.

Hygiene and social distancing procedures remain in place to protect customers and workers.

Robert Forrester, chief executive, said: “Like many businesses we are doing what we can to assist key workers, the most vulnerable and crucial logistics."

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