What are the new lockdown rules for England and what did Boris Johnson say?
22 September 2020, 13:24 | Updated: 22 September 2020, 13:27
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the House of Commons today to announce stricter lockdown measures.
Following a surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths across the UK, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced new and tighter restrictions for England.
The Prime Minister announced changes to face covering rules as well as a curfews for pubs, restaurants and bars.
During the speech, Boris said we have reached a "perilous turning point" and that "this is the moment where we must act".
While the Prime Minister reassured the public we were not returning to a full lockdown – like we were put in in March – new rules and restrictions will be put in place for six months.
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What are the new lockdown rules?
On September 22, Boris Johnson announced the following changes to lockdown rules in England:
- You should work from home if your job allows so
- From Thursday, pubs, bars and restaurants must offer table service only, except for takeaways
- Pubs, bars and restaurants must close at 10PM
The New Coronavirus Measures Announced By The Prime Minister
- Face coverings must be worn by users of taxis, staff in retail settings and staff and customers in indoor hospitality – exception for people seated to eat or drink
- In retail, tourism and leisure sectors, COVID-19 guidelines will become legal obligations – could see fines or be closed if rules are breached
- Maximum of 15 people can attend a wedding and receptions
- Maximum of 30 people can attend a funeral
- Rule of six extended to all adult indoor team sports
- Tighter penalties for those breaking the rules
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