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The new lockdown laws coming into force from this evening

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direct to your inbox New laws are coming into place to prevent the spread of coronavirus with hefty fines for people caught at house parties in England.

From 5pm tonight (Friday), people caught at house parties will face £800 fines as it becomes law.The latest coronavirus laws are coming into force as part of tougher measures to crack down on illegal gatherings during the pandemic.The penalty will apply for groups of more than 15 people and will double after each offence, up to a maximum of £6,400 for repeat offenders, Home Secretary Priti Patel said last week when she announced the plans.This supersedes current rules where the fines stand at £200.But the £10,000 penalties for unlawful groups of more than 30 people will still only apply to.

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