RESTAURANTS, pubs and attractions in north Essex are raring to go as lockdown restrictions ease on Monday. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that indoor hospitality and household mixing will return next week after stating that the data supports a further relaxation of measures. Pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues such as cinemas and soft play areas will be permitted to reopen indoors. Sheena Valentine, who runs The Victoria Inn, in North Station Road, Colchester, said she was very keen to welcome customers back next week. “This latest lockdown has gone on for too long and we are very much looking forward to reopening,” she said.