What we know so far about likely easing of restrictions over the next two weeks

Pubs will likely not be allowed open

Restaurants may have to wait until second week of December

Non-essential retail would be allowed to reopen in time for Christmas

Restrictions may be eased further in the week before Christmas

People will only be allowed to travel within their own county unless for an essential purpose.

Places of worship can open for private prayer but services are to remain online.

Gyms and leisure facilities can reopen for individual use only.

Visiting nursing homes will remain suspended

Cultural venues such as museums, galleries and cinemas remain closed