Mr Johnson said his approach would be driven by “data not dates”, with the five-week gap between stages allowing time for the impact on infections to be determined and for companies to get ready. Progress on the next steps out of lockdown will depend on meeting four tests: the success of the vaccine rollout, evidence of vaccine efficacy, an assessment of new variants, and keeping infection rates below a level that could put unsustainable pressure on the NHS.
7. From April 12 at the earliest
Restaurants and pub gardens will be allowed to serve customers sitting outdoors
8. From April 12 at the earliest
UK "staycations" away from home permitted, with self-contained accommodation able to reopen for use by members of the same household.
9. From April 12 at the earliest
Libraries and community centres can reopen.
10. From April 12 at the earliest
Gyms can reopen for individuals and household groups.
11. From May 17 at the earliest
Two households can mix indoors - with the rule of six applied in hospitality settings like pubs and cinemas.
12. From May 17 at the earliest
Performances and large events can resume, with some limits. For indoor events they can be at half capacity or 1,000 people, and outdoors they can be at half capacity or 4,000 people - whichever is lower. For large venues (at least 40,000 capacity) up to 10,000 will be allowed to attend.