Coronation Street stars were spotted leaving the set at Trafford Wharf following the announcement that the soap is being rationed to three episodes a week amid the coronavirus outbreak.
A large sign on the security gates at the ITV studios read ' please note that due to advise from the Health Authorities the cast are unable to stop for autographs or photographs.' Corrie favourites Ben Price and Ryan Prescott, who play Nick Tilsley and Ryan Connor, appeared to be deep in converation as they were seen heading away from the set wearing dark coats with their hoods pulled up.
And co-star Chris Gascoyne, who plays Peter Barlow, managed a smile despite worry about the COVID-19 pandemic weighing heavily on the nation's minds.
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