New restrictions in Kirklees – useful information
Late last night, the government announced new restrictions for 4 million people in the North of England, including everyone in Kirklees. We understand that local people will have many questions about the new rules. Here’s what we know so far:
What am I not allowed to do?
The main change in the rules is about visiting people in their homes or gardens. The new restrictions mean:
- You cannot visit any other home or garden that isn’t your own.
- You cannot have anyone visit your home or garden.
If you are part of a support bubble, you can continue to visit each other.
If you are going out (to a restaurant, pub or other indoor space) you must not go with anyone from outside your household. You cannot meet or interact indoors with people outside your household while you are out.
What is a support bubble?
A support bubble is strictly limited to one household and one other person who lives on their own. You can only be in one support bubble.
Can I still meet outside in public?
In line with the national guidance, you can continue to meet in groups of up to six people who you do not live with or who are not in your support bubble.
You can also meet people in groups of more than six people if everyone is exclusively from two households (anyone in the same support bubble counts as one household).
The council has already said it will not allow gatherings of more than 30 people outside.
What else am I not allowed to do?
You can’t visit anyone in their homes even if they don’t live in Kirklees. People can’t come to your home from outside Kirklees to visit you.
You can continue to do everything else that was allowed before yesterday: go to work, shops, pubs and restaurants. But you cannot do these things with people from outside your household.
Can my friends or family still visit to provide childcare?
You should not meet with people you don’t live with in their homes or gardens. Two households, or up to six people from multiple households, can still meet in outdoor public places (like parks) for childcare.
Where people from single adult households (people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18) have formed a support bubble with another household, they can continue to visit each other for childcare purposes. Parents and carers can continue to use registered child care provision, including childminders. They can also continue to employ nannies (please see guidance on working safely in other people’s homes.)
Can I still exercise with people from outside my household?
Yes. You can meet people in groups of six people for exercise outdoors. This group can be bigger if everyone is exclusively from two households (anyone in the same support bubble counts as one household).
What does this mean for sports clubs?
Sports clubs can continue to organise and play sport, following the latest Government guidance.
However, in Kirklees we are asking that organisers ensure that more than 30 attendees are not present. Local sports governing bodies and sports league secretaries will be contacted with guidance and advice on how to manage this.
We understand that for some people taking part in sport that their parents or carers may need to attend with them and our advice is that they social distance from people not from their household.
If you’re an organiser of any sporting activity or event, please contact us if you’d like further advice.
Is shielding going to be extended?
There are no plans to extend or reintroduce shielding. However, if you do feel as though you are vulnerable we would advise you to take necessary precautions to avoid contact with people not in your support bubble or household.
Do the restrictions apply to everyone?
Yes, everyone who lives anywhere in Kirklees and around 4 million people in the North of England. There are some exceptions for vulnerable people but they are not yet clear.
Why have the restrictions been introduced?
The government has decided that there is a risk that the virus is spreading quickly in parts of England. The moves are to try and stop the infection spreading between households.
Why do the restrictions cover parts of Kirklees where infection rates are low?
The government has decided where the restrictions should apply. They have taken an approach that many whole local authority areas should be included. They think that there is a danger that the virus is present in areas beyond the clusters we have seen over previous weeks. Other local authorities have recently seen increases in cases in areas where the virus have previously been low. They think that might also happen in Kirklees.
What are the rates of infection in Kirklees?
Last week’s data showed that the rates of infection in Kirklees were four times as high as the national average. This week’s data is likely to show a significant reduction in that rate. So we are currently in a different position to many of the local authorities affected. Nevertheless, the government believes the threat of increases in the rate are high and they have decided to take this action.
What has the council done to reduce infections?
As soon as we had the data from the government about infections, we have taken targeted action in the areas most affected. We have gone out into the community, delivered a public information campaign and worked with partners to get the messages out about staying safe and protecting our communities. The past week has seen a reduction in cases and we will carry on our work to get numbers down further.
What happens if I don’t follow the rules?
This could put your health and the health of others at risk. This could also result in an increase in rates in Kirklees and could risk putting us in a local lockdown.
The government has said it will give local authorities and police forces the powers to enforce these restrictions and more details on these will be set out when the regulations are published.
Can I still go to work?
Yes. There are no changes to work. But you must still follow the rules on social distancing.
If you are working in someone else’s home, you can continue to do that.
When do the restrictions come into force?
These restrictions are in force now.
When do the restrictions end?
We don’t know yet. Given our decreasing infection rates, we hope we can get our freedoms back quickly.
What can I do?
If we follow the rules, we will bring infections down. Continue to social distance, wash your hands, use a face covering and isolate as soon as you have symptoms. You can also call 119 to get a test.
Hi Niel, In line with the national guidance, you can continue to meet in groups of up to six people outside in public places who you do not live with or who are not in your support bubble. ^CP
Is there going to be an update or any different information today?
Are we going to find out today whether these restrictions are lifted? It’s been two weeks…….
Hello, if your mum is in a support bubble (single adult or single parent joining with a one other household) with your household then you can still visit each other, stay overnight and visit public places together. For more information on support bubbles and what you can and can’t do visit the government website https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#contents ^CP
Hi Cynthia, yes there are new measures currently in place in Kirklees which include not being able to visit someone in their home or private garden unless you are in a support bubble (single adult or single parent joins with another household). You can find out more about the regulations in place in Kirklees, support bubbles and childcare on the government website http://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#contents
Hello, you are still able go on holiday outside of your area with people you live with. You are also able to visit outdoor areas of cafes, restaurants or pubs and meet in groups of up to 2 households or up to 6 people from multiple households. This information can be found on the government website http://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#contents ^CP
Do we know when local lockdown is I don’t in Kirklees. Also there are post codes where there are no new Covid cases For more than weeks so why are the restrictions still in these post codes.
(Theet treatment)
Hi! Please if someone had the possibility to answer me:I am in SPAIN,Madrid with my son,for my they treatment,I want to know if my son have to stay isolated at home,8years old.If he is isolated don’t have to go to school?
In this case I have to pay penalties for missing school days? THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Regarding the restriction – ‘If you are going out (to a restaurant, pub or other indoor space) you must not go with anyone from outside your household. You cannot meet or interact indoors with people outside your household while you are out.’ Does that mean I can go out and meet in a outdoor beer garden with friends? The restriction appears to be only if you are indoors.
Hi, My grandaughter is due to visit her father who lives in Huddersfield on 20 August, she lives in Birmingham. Can you confirm please if this visit is possible, she has not seen her father since lockdown. Thank you. Cynthia
Hello. We are in the process of buying a house in Kirklees – we currently live in Wiltshire. Can we come to the house we’re buying to take measurements etc.? The move is expected to happen in late September/early October – presumably it can still go ahead ?
Have these local lockdown reviews happened? Is it today or tomorrow and where/how will it be announced?
Hi I have read in the press these restrictions are being reviewed today, 13th Aug. Is this correct please? Thank you
Hi Alan, these restrictions were announced by the government the evening of the 30th July. Best ^CP
Hi,
Will there be any update today or tomorrow on the local lockdown. If it will continue or be lifted. Thanks
Morning, you can only do this with people you live with (or have formed a support bubble with). Please see the national guidance https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#local-restrictions I hope this helps ^CP
I live alone and have been shielding because of COPD, but didn’t realise I dIdn’t need to shield any longer till I read this page! Can I go shopping and to the hairdesser?
Hi-can you stay in a holiday cottage in the locality with different households and if so, what are the maximum numbers, associated restrictions.
Absolutely 🙂 ^CP
Hi Miles, you can continue to go to pubs/restaurants as long as it is only with people from your household/ support bubble and you follow the guidelines in place at the venues. ^CP
Are there any plans to look at individual post codes within Kirklees.
Hi Val, I will have to ask for clarification on this from our team. May I ask who told you that it cant be moved?^CP
Hello Jim, You can still visit public places like cafes, restaurants, gyms or shops. If you’re going to be indoors, you should only go with members of your own household. This applies even if you are going to a public place outside of the restricted areas. You should socially distance from other households at all times – unless they are in your support bubble. Best ^CP
Hi abbey, You can continue to use registered childcare provision, including childminders and holiday childcare providers. You can also continue to employ nannies – see guidance on working safely in other people’s homes.
Friends or family who do not live with you cannot visit your home to help with childcare unless they are part of your support bubble. The only people who can help you with childcare in your home are people you live with, people in your support bubble, or registered childcare providers including nannies. Kind regards ^CP
Hello what time and what date did the lockdown rules come into force?
Hello, workmen can still enter your home to carry out work. Kind Regards ^CP
I have a one acre garden (access directly from the road) and had planned to have an Open Garden charity event. I had planned to have booked slots, so that no more than 20 people were in the garden and that only household groups could sit together. No access to toilet or house would be allowed. Am I allowed to do this?
Hi Chelsey. Thanks for your reply. AS well as eating and drinking in the hotel we have booked (The Old BRidge Inn) we do intend to go to a restaurant (the Wippet and Pickle) and a pub (The Nook). We should be alright so long as we follow the rules they have in place. Is this within CV19 rules?
Hi Barbra If you’re visiting outdoor areas of cafes, restaurants or pubs, you should only meet in groups of up to 2 households, or up to 6 people from multiple households. I hope this helps ^CP
HI Feanced, If you’re visiting outdoor areas of cafes, restaurants or pubs, you should only meet in groups of up to 2 households, or up to 6 people from multiple households. I hope this helps ^CP
Hi Marie, the restrictions haven’t eased yet. Given our decreasing infection rates, we hope we can get our freedoms back quickly. Kind regards^CP
Hello Joseph, the restrictions haven’t been lifted yet, given our decreasing infection rates, we hope we can get our freedoms back quickly. The advice from the government is that you can still go to pleasure centres but You should avoid socialising with people from other households when you visit indoor public places. Please see more information here https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#local-restrictions ^CP
Thank you / i thought so , but i thought it is better to check
Hello Susan, If she is in your support bubble then you are allowed to visit / stay over etc. Please see more information here https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#local-restrictions Kind Regards^CP
Hi Patrick, The government has decided where the restrictions should apply. They have taken an approach that many whole local authority areas should be included. They think that there is a danger that the virus is present in areas beyond the clusters we have seen over previous weeks. Other local authorities have recently seen increases in cases in areas where the virus have previously been low. They think that might also happen in Kirklees.^CP
Hi Michael, you can only have one support bubble at a time. Please see this site for more information https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#local-restrictions^CP
Hi Linda, if he is part of her support bubble then yes ^CP
Hi Elaine, if he is part fo your support Bubble then yes. Just make sure you social distancing form anyone, not in your household or bubble ^cp
Hi Richard, the only people who can help with childcare in someone homes are people they live with, people in their support bubble, or registered childcare providers including nannies. Please see more information here https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do#local-restrictions ^CP
Hi Miles, it’s lovely to hear you are planning a trip to Kirklees. Hotels are allowed to operate. You can travel on holiday as long as you don’t meet up with people outside of your household or support bubble with.^CP
Hi Lee, you are still allowed to go on holiday as long as it’s not with anyone outside of your household or support bubble. ^CP
Hi Dave, you can continue to go on holiday as long as isn’t with someone outside of your household or support bubble. Regards ^CP
Can me and my wife go to stay on a hotel in Blackpool for a long weekend
My Partner and i have booked caravan holiday in Devon before Covid , we live together in Kiklees , can we still go ? it is at the beginning of September.
Hi Annie, as he is already staying with you this should be fine as long as you aren’t meeting people from outside of your current household/bubble there. ^CP
I have friends who have recently moved to the South West (a couple to Devon and a single to Dorset), and they are inviting me to visit. If I travel, and sleep in, my camper van, and meet the friends for a pub or restaurant meal, am I allowed to go just now?
I live in Kirklees. Can I attend my weekly dance class held in Barnsley South Yorkshire. Class held in hall with 15 people attending
Hi. I am due to visit Holmfirth on the 18th to 20th September for a 2 day stay. The Government website states we are allowed to visit areas in local lockdown and to also follow local lockdown rules. Can you confirm you are accepting visitors to the lock down areas? The hotel we are staying at state its fine for outsiders (tourists) to come and have there holiday in Holmfirth. Can you confirm this is correct?
We live in Kirklees can my wife go and look after the grandchild also in Kirklees