When did the first lockdown start in England?

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Don't miss a thing by getting the latest from the Manchester Evening News sent direct to your inbox This week marks one year since Boris Johnson announced a nationwide stay at home order plunging England into its first coronavirus lockdown.

More than 25 million viewers tuned in to watch the prime minister's televised address to the nation on March 23 last year, in which he told the public they were only permitted to leave their homes for essential needs.

His statement followed days of speculation as ministers announced the closure of schools, pubs, restaurants and gyms in a bid to curb the spread of the virus.

A week before lockdown began, Brits were told to start working from home if they can, to avoid 'pubs, clubs, theatres and other such