UK plan to ease coronavirus lockdown -------------------------------------------- After seven weeks of lockdown, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has outlined plans for gradually easing restrictions on daily life -------------------------------------------- Note: Dates show earliest possible easing. Applies to England only -------------------------------------------- MAY Work: Those 11 unable to work from home should travel to work if workplace is open. People urged to cycle, walk or drive to work to reduce use of public transport Outdoor exercise Unlimited amount allowed. People can sit in local park, drive to other destinations and play sports, but only with members of their own household Meeting people Two people from different households can meet in outdoor settings as long as they remain at least 2m apart. Fines of up to £3,200 for those who break rules -------------------------------------------- JUN 1 Shops: Plans for “phased reopening”. Garden centres allowed to open from May 13 Schools: Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 classes to return first, then other primary years if feasible. Year 10 and 12 pupils to get at least some time with their teachers before summer Sporting events Possible return behind closed doors -------------------------------------------- JUL 4 Hospitality Businesses could reopen – such as restaurants or cafes with outside seating – if they are safe and enforce social distancing -------------------------------------------- Other advice Masks Wear face covering if social distancing cannot be maintained, such as on public transport or in shops. Use home- made coverings rather than surgical masks or respirators, which should be left for healthcare workers -------------------------------------------- Quarantine From end of May, people arriving in UK by air will be asked to self-isolate for 14 days – unless travelling from France or Ireland -------------------------------------------- Warning system: Five-stage “Covid Alert Level” will communicate severity of outbreak, from Level 1 (no outbreak) to Level 5 (most critical), allowing government to tighten restrictions where necessary -------------------------------------------- Sources: BBC, Bloomberg, Reuters Pictures: Getty Images © GRAPHIC NEWS