Disney Delays Proposed July 17 Reopening Of California Theme Park

Disney has announced it will not be reopening its Disneyland California theme park on 17 July, as planned.

On Wednesday, Disney said California officials were not releasing theme park-specific Covid-19 guidance until after 4 July.

"Given the time required for us to bring thousands of cast members back to work and restart our business, we have no choice but to delay the reopening of our theme parks and resort hotels until we receive approval from government officials."

Disney is still planning to reopen its Florida theme parks next month, however, despite calls for a delay as the state sees a spike in Covid-19 cases.

People visit Disney Springs at Walt Disney World on the day the retail, dining, and entertainment complex begins a phased reopening.