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Liverpool’s infection rate has increased 13 times in one month
A ban on households from gathering indoors was announced as part of additional restrictions for the north of England following a spike in coronavirus cases.
It will be illegal to meet in places, such as pubs and restaurants, in the Liverpool, Warrington, Hartlepool and Middlesbrough city region.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs that he wanted the rules to stay in effect for “the shortest possible time.”
He also “recommended against all social mixing between households.”
People should also:
- Not attending amateur sporting events as spectators.
- Visit nursing homes only in exceptional circumstances
- Adhere to the guide against all trips except essentials
Mr Hancock told the House of Commons: “Earlier this week we introduced more measures in the North East, however in parts of Teesside and North West England cases continue to increase rapidly.”
‘Necessary’ rule changes
He said that “together we have to act” as the number of cases in Liverpool is 268 per 100,000 inhabitants.
“Working with council leaders and mayors, today I am extending these measures that have been in the Northeast since the beginning of this week to the Liverpool City, Warrington, Hartlepool and Middlesbrough region.”
Hancock said funding of £ 7 million will be provided to support the affected areas.
“I know the individual rules are challenging, but they are necessary and there are early signs that they are working,” Hancock added.
