Don't miss a thing by getting the latest from the Manchester Evening News sent direct to your inbox Families of care home relatives across Greater Manchester have welcomed a new rule allowing two relatives plus a baby to visit - but some have been left grieving for the 'lost year' with their loved one.
On Monday, the Government will ease restrictions so that care home residents in England will be able to receive t wo, named regular face-to-face visitors – up from one allowed at present.
Also, babies and children under the age of two will be able to accompany visitors, so grandparents can meet grandchildren born during Covid lockdown.
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