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.
13. Temperature
Echo reporter Kevin Clark has his temperature checked by John Marshall, owner of Trojan Security, at Hidden in Park Lane. Photo: JPIMedia
16. Stay safe
Seldon's Leisure World at Seaburn has a number of restrictions in place. Photo: JPIMedia
4 / 6