Those aiming to spend time with loved ones on Christmas Day speak about what they have decided to do beforehand
In the days leading up to Christmas, people across the country are rethinking plans and opting to cancel parties or other events in order to voluntarily isolate so they can spend time with their loved ones.
The staggering speed at which the Omicron variant is spreading means that people should consider not mixing “with people you don’t have to” during the festive period, Prof Chris Whitty said during the Covid press briefing last Wednesday.
Pubs and restaurants have reported a wave of cancellations as people decide to impose their own lockdown to avoid catching the virus.
