Heading into day two of the final match in southampton. And not quite as windy today as it was yesterday. Overall, not a bad day for most of us, with sunshine and a few showers. Its saturday, the 22nd of august. Our top story parts of north west england are facing tighter lockdown restrictions from today amid rising concern over the increase in cases of covid 19. The Health Secretary, matt hancock, said the targeted measures were aimed at preventing a second peak of the virus. Heres what has changed. From today, residents in oldham as well as those in parts of pendle and blackburn can no longer socialise with anyone from outside their own households. Theres a new lower limit of 20 people allowed to attend weddings orfunerals. People are also being encouraged to not use public transport unless essential. Workplaces are unaffected, as are childcare facilities, and other businesses including pubs and restaurants can continue to operate. Elsewhere in the north west, from wednesday, those l
A disappointing end to a difficult few days for england manager gareth southgate. And while its another mild start today for some of you, pressure on the way over the next 2a hours, details of those weather changes here on brick list. Its wednesday, the 9th of september. Our top story. Social gatherings of more than six people will be banned in england from monday both indoors and outdoors in what is a significant tightening of coronavirus restrictions. The government is introducing the move following a sharp rise in the number of cases, which the Prime Minister has described as concerning. But there will be some exemptions, as nick eardley explains. Wash your hands, cover your face, make space. A new campaign by the government to remind us all of the basics to stop the spread of coronavirus. Ministers and experts are becoming increasingly worried about the number of new cases and today, new measures are being announced to try to limit social contact. You could pick up a pass on the vi