Thirsty punters headed out to their local for that all-important first pint, while customers queued up outside their barber or hairdresser for a much-needed trim after weeks of lockdown restrictions. And we were there to capture the action on camera. Check out our picture special from Saturday in Sunderland as you headed to your favourite bar, had your cut and blow dry, and got to grips with the new normal.
9. Work goes on
Work is back on at the STACK site in Seaburn, which is due to open this August. Photo: JPIMedia
10. New rules
A modified social distancing sign as Boris Johnson ruled that the guidelines could change from two metres to one metre plus, where the former is not possible. Photo: JPIMedia
11. Stay apart
New signage at the Grand Hotel in Sunderland. Photo: JPIMedia
12. A patient wait
Brian Robinson, 33, from Ashbrooke, was waiting outside The Borough in Sunderland, which is limiting admissions. Photo: JPIMedia