Public Singing Covid-19 2020-11-05
2020-11-05
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Q1
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The MP inquired about discussions on criteria for public singing amid the pandemic, prompted by ongoing restrictions and guidance.
What discussions have occurred with the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care regarding the criteria for permitting singing in public spaces during the COVID-19 outbreak?
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has worked closely with Public Health England to provide guidance enabling both professional and non-professional singing activities in a COVID-secure manner. However, new restrictions prevent amateur activity from continuing.
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Q2
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The MP questioned when restrictions on amateur singing would be lifted, following confirmation that professionals could continue to rehearse and perform.
When will non-professionals be allowed to sing again without restrictions?
Professional performing arts individuals may continue to rehearse, train and perform under current guidance. The intention is to ease restrictions back into a tiered system after this four-week period.
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The MP asked for a specific timeline when amateur singing would be allowed without restrictions, but the response did not provide an exact timeframe.
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