The government is set to ban public gatherings of more than six people from Monday, amid fears a second coronavirus outbreak could be on its way in the UK.
The ban will apply in homes, parks, pubs and restaurants in England, in the biggest coronavirus crackdown since lockdown rules were eased.
It comes amid a surge in Covid-19 cases this month, with 3,000 consecutive cases recorded last week, and 2,500 new reports on Tuesday.
Those who break the rules could be hit with a £100 fine, which will double for every offence up to £3,200. It comes as nightclubs remain closed to help curb the spread of the contagious infection.
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