Milton Keynes people urged to respect social distancing ahead of pub and restaurant reopening

The NHS clinical health partnership for Milton Keynes is urging people to be cautious ahead of the reopening of pubs and restaurants this weekend.

According to Dr Nicola Smith, clinical chair for NHS BLMK Clinical Commissioning Groups, people should still continue to respect the two metre social distancing rule.

She said: “The last few months has been a true test for the public with many sacrificing their freedom and spending their time supporting and protecting the NHS, however, the virus hasn’t gone away and we must all stay vigilant to slow the spread and lower the infection rate.

“If you plan on visiting a pub or restaurant this weekend, I urge you to stay the safe distance of two metres away from others, wear a face covering if travelling there on public transport and wash your hands regularly with warm soapy water or use hand sanitiser.

“Please remember that anyone can spread coronavirus and anyone can get it. Even if you aren’t presenting symptoms, you can still be carrying the virus. We all have a role to play in protecting ourselves, loved ones, family and friends.”