Sunbathing, unlimited exercise and driving longer distances will all be allowed from Wednesday, Boris Johnson has announced in a TV address on the next phase of the coronavirus response.
Anyone who cannot work from home - such as those in construction or manufacturing - are also being ‘actively encouraged to go to work’ from tomorrow, but warned to avoid public transport.
Mr Johnson insisted these were simply ‘the first careful steps’ in relaxing the rules, however, warning: “No, this is not the time simply to end the lockdown this week.” The Prime Minister’s address had been keenly anticipated, particularly after he told MPs that restrictions would be eased tomorrow ‘if possible’.
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