Experts question idea Christmas lockdown would fuel rule-breaking
by Linda Geddes from on (#5BQVP)
UK politicians concerned that cancelling current plans could lead to reduced compliance in the future
Behavioural experts and government advisers have challenged the idea that tightening rules at Christmas would reduce compliance and fuel rule-breaking.
Provided the government explained the rationale for any change in the rules, and didn't punish anyone who failed to comply, most people would adjust their Christmas plans, experts said - particularly if they were offered a sweetener, such as an additional bank holiday next summer, which they could plan towards.
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