Don't miss a thing by getting the latest from the Manchester Evening News sent direct to your inbox As the latest stage of lockdown easing approaches, many of us are feeling a sense of hope and relief.
Most people will have a pub garden booked, a hairdressers appointment, or plans to hit the shops on Monday (April 12). But for some, the notion of lockdown lifting is not bringing excitement, but instead a sense of anxiety and loneliness.
The Manchester Evening News spoke to three people who are worried about the latest stage of the road map, and what it might mean for their mental and physical health.
A 32-year-old single mum from Worsley, who wished to remain anonymous, said the thought of lockdown easing is making her feel 'really