The day before, Prime Minister Boris Johnson told people they “must” stay at home and said that "we will immediately" close some businesses.
Our photographers continued to bring you images and news during the lockdown, and here's a look back at what they witnessed.
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Shoppers queue outside B&Q on the Whitehills Retail Park during the coronavirus pandemic
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Nine-year-old Grace Brocklehurst has been giving away her toys and books for other children to take on their daily walk
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Musician Terry Reaney plays trumpet on his street during the 8pm clap for NHS
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The tenth and possibly last Clap for Our Carers at Blackpool Victoria Hospital
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Holidaymakers flock to Blackpool beach on a sunny day in May 2020
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Ian Bradley is making preparations to open Allure Hairdressing following the easing of coronavirus lockdown measures