The new rules, aimed at slowing the spread of coronavirus, will come into effect from midnight on Friday. While some businesses – including pubs and bars not serving “substantial meals” – will be forced to close, shops and shopping centres can remain open.
This was the scene in Sheffield city centre after the news was announced.
5. Chapel Walk
Retail stores will be allowed to remain open. Photo: Danny Lawson
6. Fargate
Shopping centres will also be allowed to remain open. Photo: Danny Lawson
7. Cases falling
Although the infection rate has fallen in Sheffield, it is "still too high", according to the city's director of Public Health. Photo: Danny Lawson
8. Government support for South Yorkshire
South Yorkshire will get £41 million in Government support. Photo: Danny Lawson