Lockdown breaches 'will not be tolerated', warn Shropshire and Mid Wales police
With the county now back under lockdown rules police in Shropshire and Mid Wales have warned that those "flouting the regulations will not be tolerated".
For the second time this year England is under a nationwide lockdown – which came into force at one minute past midnight, after MPs yesterday voted to approve the four-week shutdown.
It means people will no longer be able to mix with others unless they are from their support bubble or household, and will see the closure of pubs, restaurants gyms and non-essential shops.
Those who breach the rules risk fines, and police said patrols will be increased while the public gets used to the new regulations.
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West Mercia Police have also said that they will be working with Dyfed Powys Police on the issue of the English/Welsh border.
Under the rules brought in by Parliament people will not be able to travel across the border unless for work or essential reasons. Welsh residents will see their 'firebreak' restrictions lifted on Monday.
Superintendent Jim Baker said he anticipated overwhelming public cooperation with the new restrictions, as was seen earlier this year.
But, he said those who do not can expect to face fines.
“We understand this is a challenging time for everyone and that the enhanced restrictions will impact on our communities," he said.
