Boris Johnson Signals U.K. Lockdown Could Last Into Summer



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Bloomberg) — The U.K.’s third coronavirus lockdown looks set to endure as the government warned it’s too early to contemplate easing restrictions. Instead, they toughened up measures to enforce the current restrictions, amid concerns that too many people are still flouting the rules, making it harder to control the spread of the disease. New police fines of 800 pounds ($1,097) will be imposed on people caught attending house parties, Patel told a press conference in London. […] Rules Shops, restaurants and schools are closed, and people have been told to stay at home unless absolutely necessary. […] Patel said that while most people are obeying the rules, a few are exhibiting “irresponsible behavior” that poses “a significant threat to public health.”