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Coronavirus: Local Coronavirus Regulations Tier 2

Plain-English digest of CPS prosecution guidance.

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This prosecution guidance provides an overview of the Health Protection (Coronavirus, Local COVID-19 Alert Level) (High) (England) Regulations 2020, which impose restrictions on gatherings and businesses in areas categorized as Tier 2. It outlines key provisions, enforcement mechanisms, and offences related to breaches of these regulations, as well as guidance for prosecutors on handling these cases.

Key points

  • Regulations impose restrictions in Tier 2 areas.
  • Relevant persons include constables and designated individuals.
  • Offences carry summary-only penalties with unlimited fines.
  • Fixed penalty notices can be issued for breaches.
  • Prosecutors must consider public health implications.

Public-interest factors

  • Seriousness of the offence
  • Deterrent effect on others
  • Nature of the alleged breach
  • Impact on public health
  • Protection of vulnerable groups
Tier 2 restrictions violationsFailing to comply with prohibition noticesObstructing enforcement officialsOrganizing unauthorized gatheringsPublic health offences
Read the full guidance on cps.gov.uk
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Last reviewed: 22 June 2022 · Next review due: 22 December 2022

This is a factual digest of guidance published by the Crown Prosecution Service. Digested 2026-07-15. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the CPS.