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Freedom Day in Sheffield

In pictures: 'Freedom Day' in Sheffield as Covid restrictions are lifted

By Julia Armstrong
Published 19th Jul 2021, 17:20 GMT
Updated 22nd Jul 2021, 01:01 GMT

Today was dubbed ‘Freedom Day’ as the Government lifted most legal restrictions on social distancing, numbers allowed to gather together and wearing masks and businesses such as nightclubs were finally allowed to reopen.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and public health bosses have instead left it up to the individual to decide whether to carry on wearing face protection. As these pictures of Sheffield city centre show, some have opted to do just that.

Popular bar Two Thirds Beer on Abbeydale Road decided to celebrate the day with the offer of 50 free pints to customers today.

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Ellen Edwards serving drinks at Forum in Sheffield

9. Keeping her mask

Ellen Edwards serving drinks at Forum in Sheffield Photo: Scott Merrylees

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A member of staff at at Forum in Sheffield

10. Forum scene

A member of staff at at Forum in Sheffield Photo: Scott Merrylees

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Another 'Freedom Day' tram passenger who opted to keep his mask on

11. Tram trip

Another 'Freedom Day' tram passenger who opted to keep his mask on Photo: Scott Merrylees

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Time for a 'Freedom Day' drink at Forum in Sheffield

12. Grabbing some shade

Time for a 'Freedom Day' drink at Forum in Sheffield Photo: Scott Merrylees

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