Police are fining for different rules across England with some places tightly restricted at level 3 and others able to socialize more at level 1 and 2
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England’s new tier system has confused residents about what they can and cannot do – and why they risk a fine
Police have the power to slap rule breakers with hundreds of pound bills if they are caught flouting Covid-19 regulations
According to the Metropolitan Police, the cops were charged with « solving and encouraging people » behave responsibly
Different rules are in place across the country depending on the prevalence of virus cases
The Met said they are following the 4 Es in London: Engage, Explain, Encourage and Apply
All forces have the power to impose fines on households if they actively break the rules that have been put in place to protect the country from disease
Here are the rules for your level – and what you can be fined for doing
If you live in an area with the most severe restrictions, you should not socialize with anyone outside of your household or the Support Bubble
Police can issue fines to offenders, which start at around £ 200 and depend on the severity of the situation
And fines will double for breaking the six rule up to £ 6,400 – with organized rallies risking huge penalties of up to £ 10,000
At level 2, you must not socialize with anyone outside your household or bubble in an indoor setting, and outdoor gatherings must be distant and follow the rule of six
Businesses will also see fines if they fail to comply with Covid regulations, such as collecting tracking and traceability information or ensuring their cleanliness and safety
At level 1, the rules are the most relaxed – but there are still rules to follow to stay safe and avoid a fine
Households cannot meet in groups of more than six indoors or outdoors, otherwise they risk being slapped with a fine of £ 200 which will double with each subsequent violation
And the whole country is subject to drastic rules that can put you in hot water with the police
Fines of £ 200 can be imposed on anyone who does not wear a face mask in a store – costs doubling for each violation
Households returning from vacation in a country not on the travel corridor list or ignoring NHS testing and traceability risk costs between £ 1,000 and £ 10,000
If the NHS tells you to self-isolate, you should stay home and not mix with other households
What if you are caught making a false statement about the people you have been in contact with once you have tested positive, if you can be fined £ 10,000
People who organize gatherings of more than 30 people will face fines of up to £ 10,000
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SOURCE: https://www.w24news.com