Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones revealed his sadness at having to miss his uncle’s funeral this week. The 37-year-old professional dancer shared with fans that his uncle Johnny had died, but due to the coronavirus pandemic he was not able to be there for his funeral.
Due to the current rules on social distancing to slow the spread of coronavirus, only immediate family members are allowed to attend funerals – ie.
The parents, children or partner of the deceased. Neil told his followers the sad news on Twitter, writing: ‘Today is my uncles funeral but the sad fact is we can’t even say goodbye. ‘RIP Johnny and my thoughts are with my family.