One in three Brits is looking for love this Valentine’s Day – and says lockdown has made them crave a romantic relationship.
But most of the 12 million people hoping to find that special someone believe the social restrictions of the pandemic will be a passion killer.
And being cooped up with a partner amid lockdown has made more than three million fall out of love.
But of couples who weathered the storm, more than half reckon their relationship is now stronger.
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And two million singletons have reconnected with a former flame during lockdown – with Londoners most likely to hook up with an ex at 18%, compared with a 7% national average.
Rutger Bruining, boss of personal biographers StoryTerrace, which did the study, said: “As it often is with love, it hasn’t been all roses for the nation.
"For those who are single, this year will affect their ability to fall in love.”
Meanwhile, over-65s were less concerned about romance with 81% looking forward to cuddling a relative when lockdown ends rather than a potential partner.
