Boris Johnson confirms further easing of lockdown in England
by Aubrey Allegretti Political correspondent from on (#5HNTZ)
PM says social distancing will be left up to personal choice' as he confirms next phase of roadmap will go ahead as planned
Social distancing and the 1 metre-plus rule could be scrapped next month, the prime minister has suggested, as he confirmed the next step of England's lockdown easing but said families and friends should think carefully before deciding to hug.
Heralding a very considerable" easing of measures, the prime minister said that from next Monday pubs and restaurants can open their doors to serve customers inside, and people can gather in groups of 30 outside.
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