Paris Notre-Dame square re-opens to public despite COVID-19 slowing work

The square in front of the Notre-Dame cathedral reopened to the public on Sunday, despite the coronavirus outbreak slowing down restoration work.

Fire engulfed the building on the banks of the River Seine on April 15 last year. The flames destroyed the spire and roof and, according to officials. The square's pathway suffered lead pollution which led to an immediate closure of the site. French President Emmanuel Macron promised to rebuild within five years but work so far has been slow.