Covid-19: PM to announce lockdown exit plan, and Scottish and Welsh schools start to reopen

The Prime Minister will announce later how England’s third national lockdown will end – but those hoping to get back to the pub quickly may be disappointed. All schools in England are scheduled to reopen on March 8th, with a few days of flexibility built in. At the same time, two people are allowed to meet in public – for example for a picnic in a park. Currently only two people can meet for sports. Up to six people or two households can meet outdoors, including in gardens, until March 29. Popular sport is also being restarted. However, Boris Johnson said the reopening will be “cautious” and will depend on four conditions – including the vaccination program and any new variants. You can read more about it The routes are blocked here. And here’s a reminder of how Mr Johnson announced the final lockdown on Jan 4th.