Ten year prison sentences for Brits who lie about travelling to a "red list" country have been branded "completely disproportionate".
Former Tory attorney general Dominic Grieve said the "draconian" jail terms were a "mistake" - and would never be used by the courts.
People returning to England from 33 high risk destinations will have to pay £1,750 to quarantine for 10 days in Government-designated hotels from Monday.
Anyone caught lying about their travel could be fined £10,000 or jailed for up to 10 years. The decision has triggered a backlash, as the lengthy term is similar to penalties for offences such as possession of fire arm or making threats to kill. "This is a regulatory offence, and no regulatory offence I can think of attracts a
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