Here's what residents in Dacorum can now do as the country takes the next steps out of lockdown
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As the country moves into step 3 of the Prime Minister s roadmap out of lockdown, we take a lot what residents in Dacorum can now do.
On May 10, Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, confirmed that the roadmap was on track and planned Step 3 easements will go ahead from today (May 17).
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Hide AdCoronavirus restrictions remain in place and you should get a test and follow the stay at home guidance if you have Covid-19 symptoms.
Here's everything you need to know:
Leisure and entertainment
>Pubs, bars, cafes and restaurants will be allowed to serve customers indoors
> Indoor entertainment such as museums, cinemas and children's play areas can open
> Theatres, concert halls, conference centres and sports stadiums can all reopen
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Hide Ad> Organised adult sports and exercise classes can restart indoors> Steam rooms and saunas may reopen
> Hotels, hostels and B&Bs can reopen.
Meeting up
> People can meet in groups of up to 30 outdoors
> Six people or two households can meet indoors and overnight stays can take place
> Up to 30 people can attend weddings, receptions and other life events
> Number of people who can attend a funeral is no longer capped, but determined by the size of venue
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Hide Ad> Up to 30 are allowed to attend a support group or parent-and-child group (not counting under fives)
> Care home residents can have up to five named visitors, and more freedom for visits out of the home
> Social distancing guidance is also changing. Contact with close family and friends is described as a matter of personal judgement, but people are asked to remain cautious around close contact, like hugging.
Education and work
> You should continue to work from home if you can. When travelling within the UK, you should aim to do so safely and plan your journey in advance.
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Hide Ad> All higher education students are able to access in-person teaching.
> Face coverings no longer recommended for pupils in secondary schools
Travel
> People will be able to travel abroad to green list countries without having to quarantine when they return.