Police step up warnings to public over social distancing

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Police step up warnings to public over social distancing

Police forces across the country have called on the public to stay at home. The COVID-19 outbreak is a "national emergency, not a national holiday", one PCC said.

Public warning: NPCC Chair Martin Hewitt led calls for people to stay at home

Date - 23rd March 2020
By - Chris Smith

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The National Police Chiefs’ Council urged the public to take social isolation seriously after the weekend saw thousands of people congregating in public places. NPCC Chairman Martin Hewitt went on national TV to update on police work to...

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