In an update from the Prime Minister on issued on 14 June 2021, the government has delayed “Stage 4” of the lockdown rollback. What does that mean for your events? We explain below.
So, can we hold events now?
Following the Government announcement we can confirm the following:
• All being well, all events will now be allowed by 19th July.
• Outdoor events (4,000 people, or 50% venue capacity) and indoor events (1000 people, or 50% venue capacity) are currently allowed.
• Weddings of over 30 people are currently allowed, with social distancing restrictions.
• Seated stadium events for up to 10,000 are currently allowed, at 50% capacity.
• For all events, venues must demonstrate they have followed COVID-19 guidance.
• Site viewings at business event venues, for a future work based event, are permitted if these cannot be carried out remotely.
The Four Steps:
Step One: 8 March, 29 March
Events updates (effective from 8 March):
• Funerals of up to 30 people
• Wakes and weddings up to 6 people
Step Two: 12 April (earliest)
Events updates:
• Outdoor events of up to 4,000 people (or 4,000+ with local authority permission), with staggered entry, Rule of 6 and no congregating in one place (for instance, to watch a theatre or concert) – NEW 6th April
• Funerals of up to 30 people
• Wakes and weddings up to 15 people (in venues that are permitted to open)
• Drive through performance events allowed
• Event pilots begin
Step Three: 17 May (earliest)
Events updates:
• Most significant life events allowed (30 pax)
• Remaining outdoor entertainment (including performances)
• Some larger events allowed, including business meetings and conferences:
(1) Indoor events, 1,000 pax or 50% of capacity
(2) Outdoor events, 4,000 pax or 50% capacity
(3) Seated outdoor events 10,000 or 25% capacity
• Rule of 6 indoors, groups of 30 outdoors
• Catering and hospitality permitted in groups and with table service
Step Four: 19 July (earliest)
Events updates:
• No legal limit on live events
• Larger events
Social Distancing:
Ahead of Step 4, as more is understood about the impact of vaccines on transmission and more people have been vaccinated, the Government will review social distancing measures. This will help inform decisions on the timing and circumstances under which rules on 1m+, face masks and other measures may be lifted.
To discuss how Hippo can assist with your event organisation through our Event Project Management and Global Venue finding services, please contact us – we’re here to help. Hippo.