Boris Johnson has announced what he called “the first sketch of a road map for reopening society” and getting out of lockdown.
Here are the key points: From today (Monday), people who cannot work from home are being actively encouraged to go to work instead of being told to only go if they must.
But they should avoid public transport if at all possible. From Wednesday, people are being encouraged to take unlimited amounts of outdoor exercise and even play sports, but only with members of their household.
Visiting and sunbathing in local parks will also be allowed as will driving to other destinations. But social distancing rules will still have to be obeyed with bigger fines for those who break them.