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Sophie McCoid

No singing, dancing or loud music allowed in pubs in strict new coronavirus laws

Singing, dancing and loud music have all been banned under the emergency coronavirus laws.

Under the new legislation pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes are banned from playing music which exceeds 85 decibels, although live performances are exempt.

The same rules also say that pub landlords or those who run other venues like hotel bars, restaurants and members clubs, must take "all reasonable measures" to stop singing on the premises by customers in groups of more than six, and dancing.

Wedding ceremonies and receptions are exempt from the rule.

The Prime Minister's official spokesman said: "We know that the vast majority of people want to do the right thing.

"What we are setting out is that those who recklessly take risks with the health of their friends, families and communities should expect this to be taken seriously."

Under the new laws people in England must self-isolate if they test positive for coronavirus, or are contacted by the test and trace service, or face fines starting from £1,000, rising to £10,000 for repeat offenders.

Those who test positive must do so for 10 days after displaying symptoms, or from their test date if they are asymptomatic, while members of their household must isolate for 14 days.

The self-isolation rules show there is a £4,000 first-time fine for those who are "reckless" by coming into contact with others when they know they should be self-isolating.

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For example, going into an office or crowded place when you know this could put people at risk after being told to self-isolate.

Police will be carrying out spot checks in "high incidence areas" and on "high-risk groups" based on "local intelligence", the Department of Health and Social Care said.

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