Coronavirus: Tourists told not to flock to Cornwall, Scottish Highlands and other destinations to self-isolate
Coronavirus: Tourists told not to flock to Cornwall, Scottish Highlands and other destinations to self-isolate NewsColony Would-be tourists are being urged to keep away from beaches and other holiday destinations in the UK to limit the spread of coronavirus . It came as reports suggested that ministers’ pleas for Britons to avoid non-essential travel and practise social distancing were being widely ignored, with people heading outdoors to enjoy sunny weather on Saturday. Similarly, on Friday night as pubs were ordered to close, Britons decided to spend one last night on the town before the country entered full lockdown. Download the new Independent Premium app Sharing the full story, not just the headlines Download now Cumbria Police said on Saturday that despite government advice, the Lake District and other tourist hotspots in the UK were experiencing an “influx” of visitors. The force has now urged people from outside its county to keep away, stating that...