England is in quarantine from 5 November until 2 December. The measure was taken by the British government at the national level, as a result of the uncontrolled increase in the number of coronavirus cases.

The restrictions imposed concern both freedom of movement and the educational process, work – all daily activities.

COVID-19 restrictions in the UK

The rule has been reinstated #StayHome! It reduces the time spent outside. It is recommended to avoid unnecessary travel (by private or public transport).

Travel is no longer allowed, except for specific purposes:

• shopping for strictly necessary products;
• childcare or education;
• fulfilling work tasks (in situations where the activity cannot be carried out from home);
• medical treatments, appointments or emergencies;
• physical exercises (with family members or with a maximum of one person from another family);
• visiting family members from the category of vulnerable people;

Schools, universities, playgrounds remain open.

Meetings between people from different families are forbidden both indoors and in public spaces, with a few exceptions.

The rule of social distance of 2 meters is maintained.

It is allowed to visit public places such as parks, beaches, public gardens, playgrounds, etc.

Stores that sell products that are not strictly necessary are closed; similarly, restaurants and bars, museums and performance halls (cinemas, theaters, concert halls), hairdressers, beauty salons, tanning, massage and tattoo, leisure centers (zoos, botanical gardens, casinos , climbing halls, fitness rooms, bowling, swimming pools, golf courses, horseback riding centers), car washes, tailors, travel agencies, bookmakers.

Supermarkets and stores that supply essential goods remain open, but under the operating conditions provided by the anti-Covid-19 regulations.

Hotels remain open only for business travelers.

A number of public services, such as medical, for the provision of jobs, courts, population records work.

Specific events, such as funerals, will only be allowed with the participation of max. 30 people. Marriage or civil partnership ceremonies will only be allowed in exceptional circumstances.

The full set of restrictions can be found on the British Government website:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-national-restrictions-from-5-november