A TAPAS bar and restaurant is hoping to reopen again this week after it was forced to close temporarily.

Bodega and Sol Tapas Bar, in Bowness, announced on Monday that its staff were currently isolating in line with Covid-19 rules, but could be back open by before the weekend.

A statement said: "We unfortunately have had to close the business temporarily this week due to staff isolating rules, but we hope to open again this Friday. And look forward to seeing you all once again! Thanks for your understanding at this testing time."