South Yorkshire Police boss wants Christmas Rules to be tightened

By Steve Jones
Published 16th Dec 2020, 10:23 BST
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Easing restrictions over Christmas to allow different households to mix is ‘a relaxation too far’, according to South Yorkshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner.

Dr Alan Billings reiterated his opposition to the Government’s plan to allow up to three households to visit each other for five days from 23 to 27 December amid growing calls for the rules to be tightened over the festive period.

He said: “I can see that the government is under pressure to give us a bit of cheer at Christmas, but it would be a mistake to throw away what we have gained for the sake of a few days with family and friends.

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