Boris orders Britons to ‘think carefully’ before visiting their mums this Mother’s Day | UK | News

As Boris announced the closure of pubs, restaurants, cinemas, cafes and gyms, the PM was also asked about Mother’s Day. The Prime Minister said: “Think very carefully about meeting any elderly person who may be in a vulnerable group…think very carefully about the risk of transmission of the virus.” The government has already released guidelines on social distancing, to protect vulnerable adults and the elderly from the virus.

By this weekend, which coincides with Mother’s Day, the over 70s must avoid almost all social contact for 12 weeks.

As the death toll increases further, with 39 more dying from COVID-19 yesterday alone, the total of UK deaths has now tippled over to 177.

Those with underlying health conditions and older people are much more likely to be killed by deadly bug Covid-19, experts have warned.

The British public have been advised against “unnecessary travel”, which may impact those planning to travel home and see family members.

The Government’s have also advised to not “have friends and family come to your house” – ruling out seeing mothers for Sunday’s big day.

The advice says: “Avoid gatherings with friends and family. Keep in touch using remote technology such as phone, internet, and social media.”

Yesterday Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, begged Britons to follow the Government advice.

She said: “Whatever the method, staying in touch over the coming weeks and months will be vital.

“Video calling can be a good way to do this but of course it may not work for everyone.

“Something integrated like a video call app on a smart phone, tablet or a laptop with a built in camera, for example will often be more straightforward.

“Older people may also prefer physical interfaces like a mouse rather than a touch screen or track pad.”

Some users on social media have also mentioned they will be dropping off their presents and cards to their mother’s doorstep instead.

And The Royal Mail states that it is still safe to send parcels, in accordance with advice given by Public Health England.

Therefore, even if you cannot be with your mother on Mother’s Day, you can still send her a present and a card to mark her special day.