Radstock along with the rest of B&NES is moving into Tier 3 coronavirus restrictions.

The Health Secretary made the announcement today (December 30) with the new restrictions coming into force at one minute past midnight December 31.

This means it will still be different in terms of restrictions from neighbouring Somerset, which is moving into Tier 4.

Matt Hancock MP told the Commons: " We must act to suppress the virus now."

Under Tier 3 restrictions:

- No mixing of households indoors, or most outdoor places, apart from support bubbles. Maximum of six in some outdoor public spaces (parks, public gardens for example).

- Hospitality is closed, except takeaway sales, drive-through or delivery.

- Retail – open.

- Everyone who can work from home should do so.

Further advice from Somerset County Council when it was moved into Tier 3 :

- They advised against overnight stays other than with household or support bubble.

- 15 guests for weddings, civil partnerships and wakes; 30 for funerals.

- Wedding receptions not permitted.

- Places of worship – open, but cannot interact with anyone outside household or support bubble.

- Avoid travelling outside your area, other than where necessary such as for work or education. Further exemptions apply. Reduce the number of journeys where possible. Plan ahead and avoid busy times and routes on public transport. Avoid car sharing with those outside of your household or support bubble.