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New lockdown measures governed by a three-tier system of Covid alert levels have been introduced in England.
Alert level “medium” is also known as Level 1, “high” is Level 2and “very high” is Level 3.
The restrictions have been introduced to “simplify” local coronavirus restrictions, with Level 3 consisting of the Liverpool and Lancashire City Region, while areas such as London, Essex and the West Midlands make up Level 2.
Here, ITV News looks at what the new rules mean for those with plans to travel within the UK.
I live in a Level 1 area and my grandmother lives in Level 3, can I still go visit her?
The government advises that you should avoid traveling to any region subject to Level 3 restrictions.
I live in a Level 1 area, can I keep moving to Level 3?
Yes, you can continue to travel to “very high” alert level areas for work purposes.
However, the government says it should “aim to reduce the number of trips it takes” and avoid rush hours and public transport routes.
Can I travel to London (Level 2) to go to university?
Whether you live in Level 1 or Level 3, you can travel to a Level 2 area to go to college.
However, when you are at Level 2, you should not meet people in your home or in student residences if they are not in your home / bubble of support.
I live in London, can I go out to dinner in another neighborhood?
All London boroughs are on the same level, Level 2. This means that you can travel to a restaurant, but only with those in your home or bubble of support.
The government cautions that, whenever possible, reduce the number of trips you make and avoid busy routes and schedules on public transport.
I live on Level 3 and have plans to visit my parents in a Level 1 area. Can we still do this?
The government says you should avoid traveling in or out of a Level 3 area.
Can I stay at a hotel in my area?
If you are in a Level 2 or Level 3 area, you can stay in a hotel, but only with people in your home / bubble for support.
If you live on Level 1, you can stay in a hotel with anyone except ‘rule of six’ applies.
Northern Ireland hotels operate on a “restricted” basis.
For the most part, they will have to close starting Friday night with waivers for reserves for essential workers, vulnerable people and those unable to return home.
I live in England but I have a holiday booked in Wales. Can I still go?
That depends on where you live in England. From 18:00 on Friday people will not be able to visit Wales from areas of England at levels 2 and 3, the central belt of Scotland and all of Northern Ireland.
Welsh Prime Minister Mark Drakeford said police could use license plate technology to catch people from coronavirus hot spots in the UK entering Wales illegally.
Can I travel from Wales to England?
If you live in a part of Wales that is not under local lockdown, the government says you should not yet travel to areas of the UK with high levels of Covid-19.
This includes areas in England, on levels 2 and 3, the central belt of Scotland and anywhere in Northern Ireland.
Exceptions to this rule include travel related to work, care and education.
Can I travel in or out of Northern Ireland?
Tighter restrictions in Northern Ireland It will go into effect Friday as part of a four-week “circuit breaker” lockout.
The government announced advice against any “unnecessary” travel. You have not detailed what constitutes a necessary or unnecessary trip.
Can I travel in or out of Scotland?
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon advised Scots not to travel to high-risk areas of England.
He singled out Blackpool as “associated with a large and growing number of Covid cases in Scotland.”
He also asked residents to avoid unnecessary travel in general and, if they must travel, do so safely.
Covid levels: What are the differences between each alert level?
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Medium (Level 1) – The rule of six applies indoors and outdoors. Pubs and restaurants close at 10 pm.
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High (Level 2) – Homes should not be mixed indoors in any environment, including pubs and restaurants. The rule of six applies outdoors
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Very High (Level 3) – Homes should not mix indoors or in private gardens. The rule of six applies to outdoor spaces, including parks. Pubs and bars that do not serve meals will be closed.
