Summary

Coronavirus updates as confusion over testing continues

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  • Bolton continues to record the highest seven-day rate in England and is subject to additional restrictions.
  • Residents have told The Bolton News of being asked to travel to facilities as far away as Wales to get a test.
  • Two parties had to be broken up in Farnworth over the weekend, with residents slapped with fines.
  • Rules banning social gatherings of more than six people come into force today in England, any social gatherings of more than six people will be illegal and enforceable by law, and people caught flouting the rules could face fines of up to £3,200.

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