Coronavirus lockdown is not a school holiday and house parties must stop to protect our society. That is the message from Leeds United’s Stuart Dallas.
The Northern Ireland international, one of the longest-serving players in the current Elland Road roster, has taken to Twitter with a message for young people.
The closure of schools is one strand of the measures which have been taken in recent days to battle the virus, which claims more lives by the day.
Now Dallas, a role model for thousands of Whites fans around the world, has asked youths to reconsider their approach to these medical measures in place.
“We are reaching a critical part with this virus, we need to help the NHS fight against it,” he said.
"I've seen reports of young people gathering as if it’s school holidays. It's not. I've seen reports again of them going to house parties.
"That’s not social distancing. It needs to stop. We need to sacrifice these next couple of months and if we do that all together we'll save lives.
"The next time you think about going to a house party or going to meet a group of friends, stop and take a think.
"Look are your parents, look at your grandparents. This will affect them. It will affect you. It'll affect beyond your family so we're asking you to please stay at home.
"Listen to the experts. The message is clear. Stay at home, wash your hands regularly and keep your distance.”
