England has first night out since lockdown
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Hospitality venues such as pubs and restaurants as well as hairdressers, cinemas and theme parks reopened with strict social distancing rules.
But ministers urged caution and England’s chief medical officer said the latest step was not “risk-free”.
It comes as buildings and landmarks across the country were lit up to celebrate the NHS.
Restrictions on the hospitality sector remain in place in Scotland and Wales, while pubs have been able to open in Northern Ireland since Friday.
In England, people are being allowed to stay the night away from home for the first time since lockdown started, with campsites and holiday accommodation also reopening.
Police in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall reported gridlock on the roads on Saturday – including a high volume of caravan owners heading to the coast.
Campaign for Real Ale national chairman Nik Antona said: “The government have not really been helpful with their guidance, leaving it to the last minute in a lot of cases.” Some pubs “want to see what’s going to happen” before opening their doors, he said.
“The regulations are good and everyone is sticking with them, by the looks of things,” said his companion.
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