Two households with up to six people can now meet outdoors, as lockdown restrictions are relaxed in England (Photo by Hollie Adams/Getty Images)People in England will be able to meet up outdoors in groups of up to six people, or as two households, as the first step in relaxing lockdown restrictions in England comes into effect today. The new rules mean that people can meet up outdoors following the 'rule of six', meaning they can be from any number of different households, so long as there are no more than six people present. Alternatively, people from two households can meet up outdoors, even if there are more than six people in total. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the progress of the vaccine roll-out “must be protected”, adding “when you meet others do so outdoors and keep a safe distance”. Organised team sports can also resume outdoors, meaning grassroots competitions can take place ahead of the Easter break without the need for social distancing.

Source: Express March 29, 2021 09:22 UTC