England eases Covid-19 contact curbs

LONDON: England on Monday further eased its coronavirus contact restrictions to allow for larger outdoor meet-ups and team sports.

As part of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's roadmap out of lockdown, which was unveiled in February, groups of up to six, or two households, can now meet together outdoors, reports dpa news agency. Minimal travel, but no holidays, are allowed and outdoor parent and child groups can meet with up to 15 parents. Tennis and basketball courts, outdoor swimming pools, golf courses and sailing clubs can now all reopen. Residents in England are expected to start playing football and cricket matches outside as the country experiences a wave of warm weather this week. From April 12, non-essential retail, as well as restaurants and pubs, if serving people outdoors, will be allowed to reopen in England. (IANS)

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