All of Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin moved into Tier 3 restrictions
Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin have today both woken up Tier 3 of the government's Covid restrictions.
The decision was confirmed on Wednesday afternoon and means a raft of more stringent conditions for the entire county.
It comes amid increasing concern from the government over the continuing and accelerating spread of the virus.
Tier 3 spells particularly bad news for the hospitality industry which will be asked to close to the public.
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Pubs, which have been able to open in Tier 2 as long as they serve a substantial meal, will no longer be able to open – although they can operate as takeaway.
Cafes and restaurants must also close – except for takeaway and delivery.
Shops, hairdressers and gyms can stay open, as can swimming pools, but fans can no longer attend sporting events.
People are not allowed to mix indoors, in private gardens or in most outdoor venues, except with their household or bubble.
The rules do however allow people to meet in a group of six in parks and other outdoor spaces.
Churches are allowed to continue collective worship, although people are not to mix outside their bubble while doing so.
Small wedding ceremonies are allowed to take place, but not receptions.
In terms of travel, people are asked not to travel to and from Tier 3 areas.
Meanwhile, the Black Country and Staffordshire is under tougher restrictions as the Health Secretary announced the region will move up to Tier 4. Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Birmingham will move from Tier 3 to Tier 4.
Tier 4 restrictions include a warning to stay at home, a limit on household mixing to two people outdoors and force the closure of many shops, hairdressers and gyms.
