Welsh drinkers hit the town and show English what they’re missing after ‘firebreak’ lockdown - The Sun

WELSH drinkers hit the town last night as they showed the English what they are missing.

The country was released from their "firebreak" lockdown on November 9, with England plunged into a four-week lockdown until December 2.

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Two girls protect themselves from the rain as they hit the town in CardiffCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Crowds swarmed Swansea as they had a night out - until 10pmCredit: Athena Picture Agency

Although temperatures dropped last night this didn't deter revellers in SwanseaCredit: Athena Picture Agency

One partygoer had a mask in hand ready to pop on in CardiffCredit: Athena Picture Agency

Crowds of people swarmed Swansea and Cardiff's bars and pubs for their second weekend of freedom.

Pals were seen braving the wet weather to have a night out, with some in masks and festive hats.

Pubs and bars in Wales are allowed to stay open until 10pm in current coronavirus restrictions.

Over the border in England pubs and bars are only permitted to be open if they can offer takeaway services.

The country is still in lockdown until early December, as hopes rise of being able to spend Christmas with families.

People huddled under umbrellas as they went out in CardiffCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

People hit the town as they enjoyed their freedomsCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

One woman celebrated her 50th birthday last nightCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Police were out in force as they tried to keep things distanced in CardiffCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Yesterday Matt Hancock appeared to ban hugs at Christmas - but raised hopes families can meet up for festive dinners.

The Health Secretary suggested even if the strict coronavirus rules are relaxed for the period, Brits will still be expected to social distance.

It will come as a blow to families looking forward to a more "normal" end to December, and to being able to be closer then they have for the past few months.

But, while chairs may need to be more spaced out than usual for Christmas dinner, Mr Hancock also raised hopes families will definitely be able to be together on the big day.

Multiple households are expected to be able to mingle - but not hug - for a few days surrounding the festive period.

The Government is keeping a tight lid on exactly what the plans will be, but it seems certain the strict rules will be relaxed for a short amount of time.

Mr Hancock told BBC Breakfast there is a need to "respect the fact that we mustn't spread the virus further but also respect the fact that Christmas is a special time where people get together, especially with their families".

One chap had a party hat on as he tucked into a late night snackCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

People happily posed for the camera in Cardiff last nightCredit: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Swansea decked out in Christmas lightsCredit: Athena Picture Agency

Boozy revellers hit the bars in Wales after Covid firebreak lockdown lifts – and England still has nearly 3 weeks to go

Credit: Athena Picture Agency

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