Plymouth PARC rangers carried out over 6,000 visits during second national lockdown
They've been out and about to remind people and businesses about the latest measures
A team of 12 PARC rangers have become a regular sight in Plymouth.
They have been working throughout both lockdowns - and when restrictions have eased - to explain, engage and educate everyone about the latest COVID-19 laws.
In the second national lockdown, they checked over 1,200 premises a week and since the beginning of November, they have done over 6,000 visits.
They have been passing out guidance, posters and contact details for the City Council's Public Protection Service, who are responsible for enforcing the legislation.
The rangers are currently helping businesses adapt to Tier 2 restrictions and in the last week alone they have covered over 1,500 businesses.
They were checking that hygiene measures were in place and ensuring that cafés, restaurants and pubs, in particular, were clear about their role in ensuring people only visited as part of a household or bubble.
The city was given ÂŁ154, 600 by the Government for compliance and enforcement activities in relation to COVID-19.
They do not have specific enforcement powers, but work with the Council's Public Protection Service and Devon and Cornwall police, who may take enforcement action where necessary.
The Council are reminding the public that PARC rangers will NOT be knocking on doors, will not be issuing fines or have the right to enter homes and any who tries to do that is attempting a scam.
If anyone is approached in this manner, get in touch with trading.standards@plymouth.gov.uk.