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Boris Johnson announcement: What did the Prime Minister say in his speech tonight, Monday, May 10?
BORIS Johnson addressed the nation in a press conference this evening, detailing the latest to come in the lockdown roadmap.
The Prime Minister previously announced a series of dates when rules would be relaxed in the UK, with the next one coming on May 17.
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What did Boris Johnson say?
Boris Johnson announced that the four tests to be met before more lockdown restrictions are relaxed has been achieved, with the Rule of Six - or two households - now able to be applied for indoors from May 17.
The Prime Minister also revealed that outdoor get-togethers can increased to 30.
And along with meeting people indoors, many can stay overnight at friends and family's homes in the latest lockdown easing.
People can also hug each other once again, but Mr Johnson warned Brits that it is up to you to decide if you want to.
Meanwhile, Brits will be able to eat inside restaurants and drink in pubs, along with visiting other leisure facilities like cinemas and theatres.
Holidays are back on as well, as hostels, hotels and B&Bs will be allowed to open their doors once again.
All sports fans will finally be able to see their teams in stadiums, subject to capacity measures.
It is also good news for children as soft play areas will reopen from next week.
And all students will not have to wear face masks in classrooms or communal areas.
Those attending university can also return to lecture halls as in-person teaching will become available - subject to testing twice a week.
If you have friends or family in care homes, the guests able to attend at one time will be increased from two to five.
And couples looking to tie the knot will be allowed more guests - but weddings will still be capped at a limit of 30.
Mr Johnson also provided a further glimmer of hope for the British public, revealing that the UK is on track to hit the fourth step of the lockdown roadmap that is expected to come in on June 21.
The Prime Minister added that the one-metre social distancing rule could be scrapped in June, saying: "The secret of the success that we have had so far is that we have been guided by the data and we've given time to see the effect of each stage of the roadmap.
"We may be able to lift the one metre rule."
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Boris Johnson spoke to the public from Downing Street this evening.
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The press conference took place from 5pm.
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