The new "rule of six" came into force today (September 14) and it prohibits people meeting in a group of more than six.Police are expected to enforce the law - which makes it illegal to "mingle" as a gathering of six or more people both indoors and outdoors.Those who break the rules can be dispersed by police and issued with a fine - which start at £100 and will double for each further offence up to £3,200.“The regulations are in place to help to stop the spread of the virus, to protect the NHS and to ultimately save lives," said the Prime Minister's official spokesperson on Monday.However like always, there are some exceptions to the coronavirus lockdown rule, which applies across England.If you live in a household with more than six.
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