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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Veronica Worthington celebrates her 100th birthday with family, friends and residents at Headroomgate Care Home
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Black Lives Matter protest in Stanley Park
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Friday night in Blackpool Town Centre during the second coronavirus lockdown
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The mirror ball on Blackpool Promenade is taken down to be refurbished
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First day at the Covid-19 Vaccination Centre at the Winter Gardens. Pictured is Shirley, 85 and Michael Doidge, 87
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First day at the Covid-19 Vaccination Centre at the Winter Gardens