Boris Johnson has announced a range of new measures to combat the rapid rise in coronavirus cases in the UK.
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Here are the key points, which will come into force in England in the next week, from the Prime Minister's statement to the House of Commons.
- Office workers who can work from home should do so.
- Pubs, bars and restaurants in England will be ordered to close by 10pm each night from Thursday.
- The hospitality sector will be restricted to table service only from Thursday.
- Face coverings must be worn in taxis and private hire vehicles, and by retail staff while at work.
- Customers in indoor hospitality will also have to wear face coverings - except while seated at a table to eat or drink.
- The exemptions to the rule of six will be reduced, banning indoor team sport - such as indoor five-a-side football matches.
- The planned return of spectators to sports venues will now not go ahead from October 1.
- Wedding ceremonies and receptions will be capped at 15 people from Monday, but up to 30 will still be able to attend a funeral.
Australian Associated Press