Boris Johnson to lead Downing Street press conference to confirm roadmap step 3

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to lead the Downing Street press conference this evening as he confirms England will move to the next stage of the road map out of lockdown in a week’s time.

From Monday 17th May, most social contact rules outdoors will be lifted, with the rule of six, or two households, applying indoors.

Bars and restaurants will be able to welcome customers indoors, entertainment venues such as cinemas and soft play areas will reopen and you will be able to book a hotel stay.

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Other measures include allowing up to 30 people being able to attend weddings, receptions, funerals and wakes.

Latest official figures show a further two people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Sunday, bringing the UK total to 127,605.

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