South Yorkshire going back under Tier Three restrictions
The announcement was made this morning
Last updated 26th Nov 2020
It's been confirmed South Yorkshire will be going back under Tier 3 Covid restrictions next week.
When the national lockdown ends on Wednesday, England will return to a tiered system with strengthened rules.
Despite a dramatic fall in coronavirus cases across the county, South Yorkshire will return to Tier 3, where it was before the lockdown.
What are the new Tier 3 rules?
Groups of six will only be able to meet in outdoor public spaces, such as parks and sports courts - but not in private gardens.
Hospitality will be closed except for takeaway in these areas.
Indoor entertainment venues - such as cinemas, theatres, bowling alleys and casinos - will remain closed.
People will be told to avoid travelling out of the area other than where necessary and to reduce the number of journeys.
No overnight stays will be permitted outside the local area, except for work or education, with accommodation to stay closed.
Weddings and civil partnerships can resume but with only 15 guests, increasing to 30 for funerals. Wedding receptions are banned in Tier 3.
Places of worship can reopen, but people must not interact with anyone outside their household or support bubble.
Classes and organised adult sport can take place outdoors, but people are advised to avoid higher-risk contact activity.
Elite and live sport will still be banned but drive-in events will be permitted.