Should all Covid restrictions end this month? Have your say in our poll
Boris Johnson has announced the government wants to end all domestic Covid-19 restrictions in England by 24 February at the latest. Let us know what you think
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Your support makes all the difference.Boris Johnson announced this week the government wants to end all domestic Covid-19 restrictions in England, including the legal requirement to self-isolate, a month earlier than planned.
The prime minister told MPs on Wednesday: “Provided the current encouraging trends in the data continue, it is my expectation that we will be able to end the last domestic restrictions - including the legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive - a full month early.”
He said he would present the government’s “Living With Covid” strategy when the Commons returns from its recess on 21 February. Aides said remaining restrictions are expected to be lifted by 24 February at the latest.
The move will make England the first major nation to stand down all of its domestic coronavirus rules, as Downing Street said that the country was “entering the stage of endemicity” of the disease, thanks to a successful vaccine and booster programme.
What do you think about this decision? Do you think this is the right move or is there an alternative. Take part in our poll below and let us know what you think in the comments below.
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