THERE has been a mixed reaction to trading post lockdown from business owners in Malvern. Lockdown restrictions were lifted a week ago, with a steady footfall being recorded in and around the town. Cllr Sarah Rouse, leader of Malvern Hills District Council, welcomed the return of shoppers, but urged caution to avoid another rise in Covid cases. Anna Taylor, who runs Elmslie House in Avenue Road, said the first week back had been “frustrating” with uncertainty over whether the venue could continue offering classes. She said: “Although we understood we could re-open as a venue - it took several days to establish with regulatory bodies whether or not classes such as yoga could actually go ahead under tier two regulations and we had to wait for that information to become available after seeking further clarification.