By Ben Kerrigan-
Pubs are likely to remain shut until winter under plans expected to be revealed by Boris Johnson this Sunday.The Uk prime minister is expected to announce an easing of the lockdown this Sunday which will begin on Monday.
Under the plans reported by the Mirror, there will be a phased return to primary schools towards the end of May/early June, with secondary schools open towards the end of June. Small team sports such as five-a-side football could be allowed, along with outdoor gatherings of fewer than 30 people.
Cafes with outdoor seating could reopen while outdoor sports like golf, tennis and angling might resume. Possible return of Premier League matches, although behind closed doors.Unlimited exercise allowed. Employees to be encouraged to return to workplaces that have stayed open through- out the lockdown if safe. Garden centres could reopen while there may be more guidance on the use of outdoor spaces including open-air markets, high streets and cemeteries.Households could be allowed to expand “social bubble” to meet one other household of family or friends.
Phased return of secondary schools in England before the summer holidays. Small team sports such as five-a-side football could be allowed, along with outdoor gatherings of fewer than 30 people. Cafes with outdoor seating could reopen while outdoor sports like golf, tennis and angling might resume. Possible return of Premier League matches, although behind closed doors.
Possible return of football fans to matches. Gyms could be allowed to re-open. But any further lifting of restrictions to get back to normal life would be in doubt amid fears of a second wave of coronavirus or an outbreak of seasonal flu.