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From today, people face fines of up to £3,200 if they do not abide by the new measure which aims to curb a rise in COVID-19 cases.
Social gatherings of more than six people are now illegal in England as the coronavirus “rule of six” comes into force.
From today, people face fines of up to £3,200 if they do not abide by the new measure which aims to curb an increase in COVID-19 cases.
A total of 3,330 confirmed coronavirus cases were recorded in the UK on Sunday – the first time since May that cases have been above 3,000 on three consecutive days.
The “rule of six” differs slightly in Scotland and Wales and has limited exemptions including weddings and funerals, while work and education are not affected.How ‘rule of six’ COVID-19 restrictions will work around the UK
It applies to gatherings both indoors and outdoors in England and Scotland, but only indoors in Wales where groups of up to 30 people can meet outside.Advertisement
The rule also applies to all ages in England but children under 11 and 12 are exempt in Wales and Scotland respectively.
In Northern Ireland, the number of people who can gather indoors in a private home was reduced last month to six people from two households due to a rise in coronavirus cases. Up to 15 people can meet outdoors there.
