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Coronavirus Update

07 July 2020

Proposing MP
Matt Hancock
N/A
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses updates to the Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) regulations in England.

Action Requested

I am revoking the existing Regulations and replacing them with The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (No. 2) (England) Regulations 2020 which allow for a wider reopening of businesses, permit overnight stays and group prayer under certain conditions, and introduce new powers to restrict access to public outdoor places if necessary.

Key Facts

  • On 4 July 2020, a wide range of sectors have been permitted to re-open with guidance on implementing COVID-19 Secure measures.
  • The gathering limit has been set at 30 people in private dwellings, ships or boats, and public outdoor spaces.
  • Leicester is exempt from the new regulations due to rising cases; non-essential retail must close and gatherings of more than six people outdoors are prohibited.
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