British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has set out plans for the final step in easing England's Covid-19 lockdown, including the removal of laws governing social distancing and face coverings, and an end to official advice to work from home.
Mr Johnson said he expected the lifting of restrictions to go ahead on 19 July. He said a final decision would be announced on 12 July.
Some elements, including education and travel policy, will be announced later this week. Here is the plan outlined today: Face masks: Regulations mandating face masks will be lifted.
The government will continue to recommend certain circumstances where they may be worn, but this will be a personal choice. Transport providers can still choose to insist on masks, if they