coronavirus cases. He said that "households gathering and not abiding by the social distancing rules" was a reason for the stricter rules and it was in order to "keep the country safe".The new measures therefore prevents members of two different households from mixing in pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues.However, shops and hospitality venues do not need to close down like at the start of the UK-wide lockdown.This is therefore affecting all 10 boroughs in Greater Manchester as well as other northern areas.The affected local areas are:There has been some confusion as to whether some areas, such as Macclesfield and Altrincham, fall under the new restrictions.Altrincham is part of Trafford and is subject to the new rules whereas.
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