If a relative was moving away would you break covid rules to see them before they go.

[Roob23]

Hi all, I would like to say I’m not really planning to break the rules. I would just like to know what others think of this situation. I’ve followed the rules pretty religiously.

Dh’s brother is moving away in the next week or two for a job (before the date we can meet In groups of 6 outside). He is moving quite far away and he won’t be in the position to come back and visit regularly so it could be Christmas or beyond by the time we see him again, could be before. He isn’t sure. He doesn’t have a family or anything, it’s just his brother moving away! Dc dote on their uncle.

Would you go and see him before he goes. I don’t mean me as such but dh and maybe dc, I could stay home. He lives pretty close by so no travelling involved. . It just feels awful we won’t be able to see him and wish him luck. Haven’t seen him in weeks because of covid but now can’t see him before he goes!

Aibu to think a very quick visit all outside whilst the kids run around would be okay? If fully social distancing?

I’ll probably get slammed, I’ll take it. I don’t really want to break the rules but dh is feeling glum about his brother moving away. He’s so worried about him going away. He’s quite a lot younger than dh too.

Advice? Wwyd?

I'd meet outside, perhaps him at the door, you at the gate.

Yep

Yep

I wouldn’t. Not been vaccinated yet. And my brother’s a knob.

Apparently 40% of over 80s met someone indoors who wasn't in their support bubble, within 3 weeks of being vaccinated (so before immunity kicked in). So I don't think the rest of us need to make too many sacrifices on their behalf any more. Covid risk is low outdoors anyway. Just meet up in a park or somewhere and have a fun afternoon together.

Yep I would too!

I think you are allowed to include children in the numbers to meet up outside? Honestly I wouldn’t hesitate if he’s moving away.

I would. Just be sensible.

Do you have the FAST test centres near you? In my area we are encouraged to test twice a week with no symptoms. If you are anxious you could all get a test, then meet up properly! No way would I say goodbye to my sister 2m apart in a field.

I would. I would also give him a long hug (if you’re a huggy family, that is). No way would I let someone really close to me move away to what sounds like a different country, without saying goodbye properly. Especially since you don’t know when the next time you’ll see him is.