Jonathan Ashworth MP: ‘Folks want readability’ over size of native lockdowns

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Jonathan Ashworth MP: ‘Folks want readability’ over size of native lockdowns

A ban on households assembly indoors has been introduced as a part of additional restrictions for the north of England after a spike in coronavirus


A ban on households assembly indoors has been introduced as a part of additional restrictions for the north of England after a spike in coronavirus instances.

Well being Secretary Matt Hancock advised MPs he wished the principles to remain in place for “as quick a time as attainable”.

The shadow well being secretary mentioned readability was wanted about that timing, as some areas had been in native lockdowns for a number of weeks already.

Jonathan Ashworth additionally requested about monetary helps for areas the place individuals face extra strict guidelines than in different areas, and about what motion can be taken to cease crowding of metropolis centres, public transport and supermarkets resulting from a blanket 10pm closing time for pubs.

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