Nativity plays and door-to-door singing will be allowed once lockdown ends, according to a Church of England representative.
Conservative MP Andrew Selous, who speaks on behalf of the church in the House of Commons, suggested the green light has been given to carol singers – as long as they are socially distanced and outdoors.
Speaking during church commissioners’ questions, Mr Selous told the Commons: “From December 2 places of worship can reopen for public worship and churches and cathedrals can now approach Advent and Christmas with certainty.
“Clergy have already demonstrated that they’ve made their buildings Covid-secure and many cathedrals and churches are planning to have multiple services to accommodate more people as less are allowed in each service.
“The further good news is that while indoor singing is limited to performers only, we can all take part in outdoor and door-to-door singing, staying two metres apart or away from the threshold, and nativity plays for under-18s are permitted in accordance with the performing arts guidance.”
