The government has today announced that the majority of the country, including Essex, is to be placed under new Tier 2 restrictions when the current lockdown lifts on Wednesday 2 December.
This week, the government announced details of a new three tier system, which sees the tightening of restrictions involved in the tiers.
Under the updated Tier 2 restrictions, social mixing outside of individual households will not be allowed indoors and the rule of six will still apply outdoors.
Pubs and bars and restaurants can open but only serve alcohol with substantial meals.
Businesses including shops can open, in a Covid-secure manner, other than those which remain closed by law, such as nightclubs.