The changes, announced on Friday and effective as of 0.01am on Saturday morning, mean that household mixing is banned and this is enforceable by law. All pictures by Anthony Devlin/Getty Images
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Blackpool Council leader Lynn Williams said in a statement: “No leader wants to see their town, its people, its businesses and its economy under such measures but that is now the reality of the situation and we will do everything we can to support our residents through this extremely challenging time.”
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The Government said the move was to stem the “unrelenting rise” in Covid-19 cases in the North West county.
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Pubs and bars across Lancashire have had to close unless they serve food and alcohol as part of a sit-down meal from Saturday, while stricter restrictions on socialising also came into force.
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People are not able to mix with others in any indoor setting or private garden, as well as in most outdoor hospitality venues.
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Casinos, bingo halls, bookmakers, betting shops, soft play areas and adult gaming centres have been forced to shut, while car boot sales are also banned.
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But gyms remain open despite them being closed in the Liverpool City Region – the only other area of England under Tier 3 restrictions.