Nottingham will officially enter Tier 3 lockdown from Thursday
The new restrictions will affect Rushcliffe, Gedling and Broxtowe as well as the city centre
Last updated 26th Oct 2020
Nottingham will move to Tier three in the Covid alert system, along with Gedling, Rushcliffe and Broxtowe.
Council leaders say they've agreed a package of measures and financial support with the government which will be announced on Tuesday.
The rules mean people will be banned from mixing with anyone outside their household or support bubble both inside and out - and pubs and bars NOT serving 'substantial meals' have to close.
Other parts of Nottinghamshire remain in Tier 2 - those are Ashfield, Bassetlaw, Mansfield and Newark and Sherwood.
The extra measures are being imposed following a sharp rise in coronavirus cases over recent weeks, with Nottingham seeing the highest rate in England for much of October.
On Thursday, Nottingham University Hospitals Trust announced it was suspending non-urgent operations and appointments until 6th November due to a rise in Covid-19 patients.
What are the restrictions in Tier Three?
Can I mix with people outside my bubble?
You may not socialise with anybody you do not live with, or have not formed a support bubble with, in any indoor setting, private garden and at most outdoor hospitality venues and ticketed events. However, the rule of six applies to outdoor public spaces including parks, beaches and public gardens.
Are schools open?
It has been confirmed that schools and universities will remain open.
Can I attend weddings and funerals?
Weddings and funerals are able to go ahead with restrictions on the number of people attending, 15 can attend weddings and 30 attend funerals but wedding receptions are not allowed. 15 may attend wakes and other commemorative events (check with the venue for additional restrictions).
Are restaurants and pubs closed?
Pubs and bars can only operate as restaurants, with alcohol only available if part of a substantial meal. Shisha bars must not serve shisha, but can open as cafés.
I want to exercise, are gyms open and sports allowed?
Gyms may continue to open, but the guidance is against indoor exercise classes taking place.
Can I stay overnight in the UK?
People in Tier 3 areas should avoid staying overnight in another part of the UK. You should also avoid travelling outside the Very High alert area or entering a Very High alert level area, other than for work, education or for caring responsibilities, or to travel through as part of a longer journey.
Can I go to church or other places of worship?
Household mixing is not permitted, but places of worship remain open for individuals or household bubbles as long as social distancing is maintained.
What about childcare?
Registered childcare can carry on, including wraparound care, youth groups and activities, and children's playgroups. This means you can continue to use early years and childcare settings, including childminders, after-school clubs and nannies.
Registered childcare providers and people in either your support bubble or your childcare bubble can provide childcare support in private homes and gardens
A childcare bubble is where someone in one household provides informal (unpaid and unregistered) childcare to a child aged 13 or under in another household. This must always be between the same 2 households.
Can I visit care homes?
You should not visit a care home except in exceptional circumstances, for example to visit someone who is at the end of their life.
Can I still move house?
You can still move home if you're in a very high alert level area.
Estate and letting agents and removals firms can continue to work and people looking to move home can continue to undertake viewings.
Can I travel out of the area?
This should be avoided unless it is for work, education or youth services, to meet caring responsibilities or if travelling through as part of a longer journey.
Will shops close?
All casinos, soft play areas, adult gaming centres, betting shops and car boot sales must close.