CELEBRATIONS on New Year’s Eve will be very different due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Lockdown restrictions will be in place over the new year giving revellers few options to toast in 2021.
Is it possible to go out for New Year’s Eve?
While the government relaxed the rules for parts of the UK on Christmas Day, this does not include the new year.
Those wanting to party will have to do so with their household only.
There will also be restrictions on going to the pub or a restaurant, although this depends on what tier you live in.
The government’s guidance says: “You must follow the rules on where you can go and who you can meet, including on New Year’s Eve.
“Your Christmas bubble will no longer apply.”
London’s traditional fireworks display has been cancelled due to the pandemic.
What are the rules for New Year’s Eve 2020?
This will vary depending on what tier you live in at the time.
The government is due to review the tier system on December 16.
Tier 1
Rule of six and 10pm curfew – but people will have until 11pm to finish drinks and leave.
Tier 2
Alcohol can only be served as part of a substantial meal. Rule of six applies outside for meeting people, and no household mixing inside.
Tier 3
Pubs, restaurants and other hospitality will have to close, but can do takeaway, delivery and drive through.
Indoor entertainment will have to shut – including cinemas, casinos, bowling alleys, soft play and other venues will have to close.
No households are allowed to mix inside or out, but they can mix in some public places like parks if they abide by the rule of six.
Tier 4
Indoor entertainment and non-essential shops will have to shut – including cinemas, casinos, bowling alleys, soft play and other venues.
Pubs, restaurants and other hospitality will have to close, but can do takeaway, delivery and drive through.
No households are allowed to mix inside or out, and you can only meet up with one other person outside your household in a public outdoors area.
How can I celebrate New Year’s Eve at home?
There’s nothing stopping people from celebrating in their own homes but it must be with the people in your household.
The government’s advice is: “You must follow the rules on where you can go and who you can meet, including on New Year’s Eve.”
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