UK Covid rules after full lifting of restrictions delayed; Step 4 on the Government's roadmap is now not going ahead from June 21.
Byline: By, Max Channon & PA Reporters
The next stage in the easing of coronavirus restrictions in England has been delayed by up to four weeks amid concerns over the spread of the Delta variant.
It means the move to Step 4 on the Government's roadmap out of lockdown, when it had hoped to be in a position to remove all legal limits on social contact, will not go ahead from June 21.
Meanwhile, Scotland is due to reveal on Tuesday whether it will progress with its own next easing of coronavirus restrictions.
Here is the state of play across all four nations of the UK:
What does the latest announcement mean for England
England will remain at Step 3 for a further four weeks until July 19.
This means a continuation of existing restrictions such as the rule of six, or two households, for gatherings indoors as well as limits on numbers for sports events, pubs and cinemas.
Working from home where possible continues to be advised and nightclubs will stay closed.
What changes be made in June 21 in England
The cap of 30 guests for wedding ceremonies and receptions will be lifted, with the number of attendees to be determined by how many people a venue can safely accommodate with social distancing measures in place.
Venue staff, bands, photographers and anyone else involved in the wedding must be included in the headcount, as well as guests of all ages.
However, food and drink must be ordered, served and consumed by guests seated at a table, and dancing indoors is still not permitted, except for the couple's first dance.
What about care homes
Residents in England will be able to leave their home for more visits without needing to self-isolate for 14 days on their return.
This includes overnight stays with family and friends from next Monday.
What is happening in Scotland
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is due to announce on Tuesday whether the next easing of restrictions in Scotland will go ahead on June 28.
The Scottish Government had previously indicated it hoped to move all areas to Level 0 -- the lowest level of restrictions in the five tier system -- from this date.
But a rise in COVID cases and hospital figures could mean this is delayed.
What are the current regulations
Shetland, Orkney, the Western Isles and some of the smaller islands have been in Level 0 since June 5, while the rest of Scotland is currently in either Level 1 or 2.
In Level 0, up to eight people from four households can meet...
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