Norfolk Police ready to enforce lockdown
They're warning repeat offenders will face the toughest penalties.
Police in Norfolk are urging people to stay safe and be sensible during England's second lockdown.
It comes as new measures are introduced to help stop the spread of coronavirus which will see people required to stay at home, restrictions on gatherings and non-essential businesses closed, including shops, restaurants and bars.
Officers are encouraging people to continue adhering to the existing restrictions and maintaining social distancing.
Temporary Assistant Chief Constable, Julie Wvendth, said:
"It’s reasonable to assume people will want to make the most of their freedom before Thursday. However, it’s important to remember the existing rules still apply and we want people to be sensible and stay safe."
T/ACC Wvendth added:
"We know these changes can be difficult and uncomfortable for some and we’ve acknowledged this in our approached to enforcing the regulations by engaging, explaining and encouraging people to follow the rules. Enforcement has always been a last resort.
"However, people who are knowingly and blatantly breaching regulations leave us with no option but issue a fine. We can’t waste time with endless engagement and the public would expect us to act in these circumstances."