The UK will move another step closer to normality when coronavirus restrictions are eased in England on Monday, May 17 – but there are still a number of things that are not allowed.

Going to nightclubs and large events remains out of the question for now, while a return to foreign holidays similar to those before the pandemic seems a long way off.

But by next month, the Government hopes to ‘remove all legal limits on social contact’.

Metro.co.uk has already outlined 13 things you can do from next Monday – but restrictions will not be fully lifted until June 21 at the earliest. Until then, here is a list of some of the things you still can’t do after Monday’s changes come in.

Go to nightclubs

Nightclubs have been shut throughout the pandemic and are not allowed to reopen until June 21 at the earliest.

But even then you may have to show a ‘vaccine passport’ to be allowed to enter and it is unclear if other restrictions will be in place.

Have unlimited guests at funerals or weddings – or dance at one

No more than 30 people will be able to attend weddings, funerals, receptions and wakes.

There are also restrictions on dancing at marriages – similarly to nightclubs – meaning pre-pandemic style weddings will not return until next month at the very earliest.

Take off your face mask

There appears to be no sign of rules on face masks easing any time soon – and that may remain the case even after June 21.

People will still be expected to wear face coverings on public transport, in supermarkets and other venues until June 21 at the very earliest – and possibly long beyond that.

Stand close to others

Boris Johnson has suggested that social distancing measures – including the ‘one metre plus’ rule – could end, but scientists have warned that a complete end to distancing would likely lead to a rise in infections.

The long-term future of social distancing appears to remain up for debate and is highly unlikely to end before June 21.

Work in the office

Official government advice still says people should work from the office if they can.

Given that millions have been for more than a year, that suggests employers should not ask workers to return until further notice.

But there has been consistent speculation that the advice could change – perhaps even before June 21.

Have a house party

Indoor limits on social contact mean that house parties with more than six attendees or more than two households are still illegal.

However, it is possible to host gatherings of up to 30 people outside.

The official government advice for what can happen after June 21 explains: ‘We hope to reopen remaining premises, including nightclubs, and ease the restrictions on large events and performances that apply in Step 3.

‘This will be subject to the results of a scientific Events Research Programme to test the outcome of certain pilot events through the spring and summer, where we will trial the use of testing and other techniques to cut the risk of infection.

‘The same Events Research Programme will guide decisions on whether all limits can be removed on weddings and other life events.’

The advice continues: ‘We are going to have to keep living our lives differently to keep ourselves and others safe’, urging people to follow the ‘hands, face, space’ advice, open windows and meet outdoors where possible.  

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