COVID RECAP: as Matt Hancock confirms Sunderland, South Tyneside, Hartlepool and rest of North East will remain in Tier 3

By Georgina Cutler
Published 1st Nov 2020, 10:56 BST
Updated 17th Dec 2020, 17:04 BST

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People have been urged to scale back its Christmas festivities as health leaders warned the Government not to move areas out of Tier 3 measures “prematurely”.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock is due to announce the outcome of the Government’s review of the Tiered system today (Thursday, December 17).

It comes after Prime Minister Boris Johnson told MPs that the four UK nations have agreed to continue “in principle” with the easing of coronavirus restrictions over Christmas.

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Tier restrictions were reviewed on Wednesday, December 16, and an announcement is expected later this morning.

File photo dated 30-11-2020 of Health Secretary Matt Hancock.placeholder image
File photo dated 30-11-2020 of Health Secretary Matt Hancock.

The North East is waiting to hear if it will remain in Tier 3 – the toughest restrictions.

Tier 3 restrictions means pubs, cafes and restaurants must remain closed, except for takeaway. Households are not allowed to mix indoors or in private gardens.

Scroll down to follow our coverage of today’s press conference .

Related topics:North EastMatt HancockPeopleSunderlandSouth TynesideHartlepoolGovernment
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