Police chiefs call on No 10 to tighten UK lockdown
by Vikram Dodd, Gregory Robinson and Jessica Murray from on (#51X2P)
Exclusive: Easter weekend will be major test of compliance, say forces as they encourage public to report breaches
Police chiefs want the government to consider toughening coronavirus lockdown restrictions, the Guardian has learned, as they head into the Easter bank holiday weekend with concerns that a growing minority will flout the rules.
More stringent restrictions to prevent people driving long distances are among options supported by at least five chief constables who want enforcement action to be bolstered by clearer and tougher government curbs. Other options include using legislation to enforce the order to limit exercise to once a day.
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