England to lift all COVID-19 restrictions for arts venues on July 19
Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed England will eliminate nearly all COVID-19 restrictions on July 19, allowing arts venues to operate at full capacity without social distancing. Concert halls, cinemas, nightclubs, arts festivals, and theaters can welcome audiences without capacity limits or vaccination requirements. The decision comes despite warnings from scientists about rising infection rates. Johnson acknowledged the pandemic continues while announcing the removal of mask mandates and gathering limits. A final review will occur this month before the changes take effect.
Key facts
- England will drop all COVID-19 restrictions on July 19
- Arts venues can return to full capacity
- No vaccination passports or certification required for entry
- Social distancing rules will be scrapped
- Prime Minister Boris Johnson made the announcement
- Scientists have warned about increasing epidemic
- The pandemic is 'far from over' according to Johnson
- Decision subject to another review this month
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- England