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The Level 5 restrictions announced this Wednesday evening will have a major impact on sport
THE government's decision to move to full Level 5 restrictions in an attempt to get the latest surge in cases of Covid-19 under control has a major impact for sport.
Details of the restrictions on sport which were confirmed this Wednesday evening and are set to be in effect until midnight on January 31 are:
Exercise and sporting events
Training
* People may meet with people from one other household in outdoor settings when taking exercise.
* No indoor or outdoor exercise group activities, including those involving children, should take place.
* Outdoor golf and tennis are not permitted.
* Individual training only. No exercise or dance classes. No indoor or outdoor gatherings involving
*“individual training” except for professional and elite sports.
Matches and events
* Professional, elite sports, horse racing, greyhound racing and approved equestrian events only are permitted to continue behind closed doors.
* No other matches or events are to take place.
Gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools
*Gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools must close from close of business on 31 December.
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