Help stop the spread of coronavirus in Nottinghamshire and stick to new 'rule of six'

Nottinghamshire Police is working alongside local authorities across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire along with the city’s two universities to send out a clear message about everyone following the new rules.

Preventing the spread of the virus is a shared effort and police will play their part alongside government, businesses, hospitality owners, local authorities and others.

This is about ensuring everyone takes responsibility in all households to follow the rules.

Nottinghamshire Police’s Assistant Chief Constable Kate Meynell said: “The new rules are clear and we all have a personal responsibility for following them to help stop of the spread of a deadly virus.

“Police will continue to be in communities and engaging, explaining and encouraging people to follow the new regulations.

"We will disperse groups of over six and issue fines to those who refuse to comply.

“This is about us taking action for any breaches in any part of the city or county, not just with students.

"That is why we are working together across the Local Resilience Forums partnership to deal with anyone who is causing issues, wherever they live.

“In most situations, we are sure we can resolve breaches without having to issue a fine. Those who choose to flout the rules and hold house parties will be dealt with.”

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