Boris Johnson announces one-month lockdown for the UK

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Boris Johnson announces one-month lockdown for the UK

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a second national lockdown for England to prevent the spread of coronavirus after his scientific advisers told him it was the only way to save Christmas.

On the day the United Kingdom (UK) passed one million confirmed COVID-19 cases, Johnson made a sudden about-face and confirmed that stringent restrictions on business and daily life would begin Thursday and last until Dec. 2.

Under the new restrictions, bars and restaurants can only offer takeout, non-essential shops must close and people will only be able to leave home for a short list of reasons, including exercise. Activities ranging from haircuts to foreign holidays must once again be put on hold.

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Unlike during Britain’s first lockdown earlier this year, schools, universities, construction sites and manufacturing businesses will stay open.

As in other European countries, virus cases in the UK began to climb after lockdown measures were eased in the summer, and people began to return to workplaces, schools, universities and social life.

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After 2 December, the restrictions would be eased and regions would go back to the tiered system, the UK Prime Minister said.

“Christmas is going to be different this year, perhaps very different, but it’s my sincere hope and belief that by taking tough action now we can allow families across the country to be together,” said Boris Johnson

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