Three-Tier System Explained On Monday 13th October 2020 the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson announced a three-tier strategy for local lockdown measures for England, to reduce rising Covid-19 rates. The three tiers are Tier 1 Medium, Tier 2 High, and Tier 3 Very High levels. Leeds is currently in Tier 2 - High level. What Do The Levels Mean? Tier 1 - Medium Alert: Rule of Six applies, which means socialising in groups larger than six people is prohibited indoors or outdoors All businesses and venues can continue to operate 10pm curfew on pubs and restaurants Schools, universities & places of worship remain open Weddings and funerals can go ahead with current restrictions of numbers attending Exercise classes & organised sport can continue to take place outdoors, and if the rule of six is followed indoors. Tier 2 - High Alert: In addition to Medium level rules People are prohibited from socialising with anybody outside their household or support bubble in an indoor setting The rule of six applies for socialising outdoors Travel is permitted to amenities that are open, for work or to access education, but people are advised to reduce the number of journeys where possible Tier 3 - Very High Alert: People are prohibited from socialising with anybody they do not live with, or have not formed a support bubble with, in any indoor setting, private garden or at most outdoor hospitality venues & ticketed events Unless serving main meals, pubs and bars must close Weddings and funerals can go ahead with restrictions but wedding receptions are not allowed No mixing of households/bubbles inside or outdoors Rule of Six applies outside Avoid travelling outside of local area Avoid overnights stays in another park of UK Local authority will decide whether to close gyms, leisure centres etc. Watch The Video Hands, Face, Space There are 3 simple actions we must all do to keep on protecting each other Wash Hands - keep washing your hands regularly Cover Face - wear a face covering in enclosed spaces Make Space - stay at least 2 metres apart Manage Cookie Preferences