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Rachel Pugh

What new lockdown curfew rules mean for Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and major supermarkets

Later today, prime minister Boris Johnson will announce a tightening of lockdown rules in the UK.

In an address to the nation which is expected to air at 8pm, it's reported that BoJo will announce a 10pm curfew for the hospitality sector, and implement a 'table only' rule for bars, pubs and restaurants.

It has also been reported that the prime minister will emphasise the need for people to follow social-distancing guidance, wear face coverings and wash their hands regularly, and urge people to work from home where it does not hurt businesses.

At present, the new 10pm curfew does not appear to affect shops and supermarkets in the UK.

The rule of six rule does mean, however, that shoppers are limited to groups of six when they hit the high street or supermarkets, unless they're with people from their household or social bubble.

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Any shoppers who currently reside in areas under local lockdown should only shop with people from their own households and social bubble.

All shoppers in England and Wales must wear a face covering inside stores unless exempt.

Supermarket opening times and rules vary across the country.  Here's the latest information.

Tesco

Tesco opening times vary across stores.

Most Tesco Extra stores are now open from 6am-12am on weekdays, and from 11am-5pm on Sundays.

The majority of Tesco Express stores now open at 7am, and close at 10pm or 11pmon weekdays. Select Tesco Express stores close at 12am.

Check your local store before visiting.

Asda

Many Asda stores are now open between 6am-12am from Monday to Saturday, and from 10am-5pm on Sundays. Selected Asda supermarkets close at 10pm on weekdays. Some stores have returned to 24 hour opening.

Check ahead before visiting on the Asda website.

Aldi

Most Aldi stores are now open between 8am and 10pm on weekdays, and 10am and 4pm on Sundays.

Check your local store on the Aldi website.

Lidl

Most Lidl supermarkets open between 7am and 10pm from Monday to Saturday, and between 11am and 5pm on Sundays.

Morrisons

Most Morrisons superstores are open between 7am-11pm on weekdays, and 10am-4pm on Sundays.

Morrisons Daily stores open from 6am-10pm on weekdays and 10am-4pm on Sundays.

Check on your local store before visiting on the Morrisons website.

Sainsbury's

The majority of Sainsbury's superstores now close at 11pm on weekdays, with opening times ranging between 7am and 8am.

Sainsbury's Local opening times vary.

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