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There are growing signs that Covid restrictions will remain in place long after June.The PM insists “the end really is in sight”
But @gordonrayner explains that it seems increasingly likely that may only apply to those who own a telescope
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/04/27/june-21-wont-much-return-normal-thought/
Social distancing
While the Government is confident that restrictions on meeting others will cease on June 21, it appears likely that some form of social distancing will stay in place.Pubs have warned that if distancing rules stay in place, it will be a disaster
Venues that rely on full houses to profit are awaiting results of the Gov review into the 1m distancing rule. Chief executive of UK Hospitality, said 'Unless the Gov lifts restrictions in full our businesses will remain unviable... they will not be able to make a profit'
Lockdown was imposed relatively later in the UK than in Europe
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Sporting events
The first major sporting event to take place after June 21 will be Wimbledon.Organisers have warned it will be far from business as usual.
Crowds could be restricted to just 25% Players will face £14k fines for breaching covid rules
Where are excess deaths occurring?
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Covid Marshals
Councils around the country are advertising jobs for Covid Marshals to start July 2021.@gordonrayner questions the move: 'If all legal restrictions are lifted on June 21, the one thing the country surely will not need from then on is Covid Marshals'
What effect does a national lockdown have on cases?
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Vaccine passports and test for entryMinisters are reluctant to ban businesses from requiring customers to demonstrate their Covid-19 status.
Vaccine passports and test for entry are likely to be a feature of everyday life for some time to come
Are you willing to demonstrate Covid-19 status to gain entry into businesses?
Face coverings
The chief scientific adviser, has stated that he expects face coverings to be necessary next winter.It seems likely the public will either be advised to wear masks, or choose to, as the return to normality leads to an increase in highly populated areas
Will you continue to wear facemasks after mandatory use is revoked?
Social distancingCovid MarshalsVaccine passports
Legal powers to impose restrictions extended to September
International travel restrictions expected for many monthsIt is looking very unlikely June 21 will be a true return to normality https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/04/27/june-21-wont-much-return-normal-thought/
