Thousands hit the shops on the last day before many are to close for four weeks as part of a national lockdown.
Announcing the strict restrictions on Saturday, October 31, Prime Minister Boris Johnson also told the nation that pubs, restaurants and leisure facilities will close for four weeks – until Wednesday, December 2.
These are 14 pictures from Sunderland city centre streets on the last day before the second lockdown which the Government hope will help slow the spread of coronavirus.
1. Last day before new lockdown closures
Last day before new lockdown restrictions and closures in busy Market Square, Sunderland City Centre. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Massive queues outside Primark
Shoppers stand in line to visit the fashion shop Photo: North News
3. Shoppers hit Primark before month long closure
On the final day before non-essential shops will close for a month, shoppers hit Primark and other Sunderland shops. Photo: Stu Norton
4. Long queues leaving the Bridges car park
Queuing traffic from the Bridges Shopping Centre car park as drivers hit nearby roadworks. Photo: Stu Norton