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Absolutely no going out or socialising?

458 replies

Hidingathome · 19/03/2020 19:09

My understanding is basically no going out except to work, for food shopping or outdoor exercise away from others. Meaning I can't see my parents, can't go to a cafe and can't even visit same age friends (early 40s).

Other people think I'm being extreme but isn't this whats being asked of us for the next few weeks at least?

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TooManySocks · 19/03/2020 20:11

My DM has been to B&Q, met friends for lunch and is planning on the hairdressers in the morning, but phoned me very upset that all the shelves are empty in the supermarket and she couldn't buy half of what she needs. She's furious.

Namechange2020onceagain · 19/03/2020 20:12

@Spudina They probably had a last hurrah party before isolation.

Morgan12 · 19/03/2020 20:13

Boris has said don't go to the pub but hasn't closed them. Gyms, cafes etc still open.

Until the government takes this seriously noone else will.

Lockdown is the only answer. And even then I can imagine people will still see family if they can.

When did he actually say we couldn't see our family btw? Did I miss that?

NomadNoMore · 19/03/2020 20:14

@Jpm148 I'm in lockdown in France and that's one of the few situations where we're permitted to leave the house.

indemMUND · 19/03/2020 20:14

@mctagmcbag Are you for real? Don't be fucking ridiculous!

PlatoAteMySnozcumber · 19/03/2020 20:16

We are all staying at home but go to the shop for food and take the children to the woods every day, it’s pretty empty and we stay pretty far away from anyone we do see. That seems like a pretty sensible approach to me.

IrisAtwood · 19/03/2020 20:17

That is exactly what I am doing. I only go out for a walk around the park, on my own.

Flixsfoilball · 19/03/2020 20:17

It's so frustrating, I haven't left the house since Monday (have underlying health conditions) as am petrified of getting it and not getting medical treatment if I need it, my friends wanted me to carry on and go to stay at the weekend even though their son has a temperature and a cough. Got told I was 'being ridiculous' when I cancelled.

I just don't understand why it's so hard to understand for some people!

bibbidybobbidyboo · 19/03/2020 20:17

I am working from home, staying home all day, not going out apart from to go for a run (on my own, in the park, avoiding paths with others on them). I live with housemates and they're all doing the same. It's the only way that any of us will see the back of this any time soon.

Greenpop21 · 19/03/2020 20:18

Yes op it’s what we’re doing: both working as I’m at a school and DH can’t work from home.
Other than that it’s dog walks, exercise etc

IrisAtwood · 19/03/2020 20:19

@mctagmcbag I hope that you are being pedantic regarding linguistics and are not practicing what you state.

Otherwise you are putting other people at risk.

Durgasarrow · 19/03/2020 20:19

Yes. Do not meet with anyone you do not have to meet with. Just don't. Don't act as if things are normal. Act as if you are infectious, not as if you are avoiding infection. You may already be a carrier without knowing it. Please do everything possible to save other people's lives.

IrisAtwood · 19/03/2020 20:20

@Flixsfoilball Sorry your friend responded like that. You are doing the right thing.

rosiejaune · 19/03/2020 20:20

The official advice is:

"Social distancing measures are steps you can take to reduce the social interaction between people. This will help reduce the transmission of coronavirus (COVID-19).

They are:

Avoid contact with someone who is displaying symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19). These symptoms include high temperature and/or new and continuous cough

Avoid non-essential use of public transport, varying your travel times to avoid rush hour, when possible

Work from home, where possible. Your employer should support you to do this.

Avoid large gatherings, and gatherings in smaller public spaces such as pubs, cinemas, restaurants, theatres, bars, clubs

Avoid gatherings with friends and family. Keep in touch using remote technology such as phone, internet, and social media

Use telephone or online services to contact your GP or other essential services

Everyone should be trying to follow these measures as much as is pragmatic."

Bear in mind that social isolation is harmful both mentally and physical, so people's definitions of pragmatic may vary. If you don't like how they define it, you don't have to associate with them, and nor does anyone else.

mctagmcbag · 19/03/2020 20:20

nope, not joking, none of what's been said is mandatory and we continue to live in a free country (for now)

CremeEggThief · 19/03/2020 20:21

This is why we will eventually end up in lockdown. We just can't trust people to use discretion and common sense in these times. We need to be given much clearer advice from the powers that be and everyone should follow it.

HoffiCoffi13 · 19/03/2020 20:21

You can do anything you like, none of the advice is mandatory just recommended

True (for now). But the longer people carry on ignoring the advice, the longer this whole situation will go on for.

milveycrohn · 19/03/2020 20:22

Theoretically, you can go for a walk (or run) with someone, as long as you keep 2 metres apart! As this is outside, you are unlikely to be touching any potential contanimated surfaces.
I definitely am keeping social contact to a minimum.
Not seeing my adult DC, despite it being mothers day this weekend.
My DH is going to try some shopping. I guess that will be fun (not!).
He will be washing hands before going out, and washing when he returns, etc

I8toys · 19/03/2020 20:22

I am going for a massage on Saturday (late birthday present) - they are not shut yet. Then a mothers day meal at the local pub - they are practicing social distancing - what this means I don't know - are the tables far apart? My 70 year old mum wants this as she hasn't seem her grandchildren in ages. This will probably be the last time we are together for a while so its the last hurrah! My husband as a teacher is still going into work and teaching so could potentially spread it to us all. I am working at home and my children will be at home from Monday.

SellFridges · 19/03/2020 20:22

We are self isolating, as are PIL. We may, after our two weeks are up, pay them a visit on the assumption we are highly unlikely to have it at that point in time. Likewise, we may then visit a single mum friend who is also self isolating. We’d likely then self isolate again for a couple of weeks. Depends on the rules at that point.

Durgasarrow · 19/03/2020 20:22

Ohio--It's fine for your kids to ride their bikes in the street as long as they stay six feet away from others.No play dates, but kids need fresh air.

PinkSparklyPussyCat · 19/03/2020 20:24

I’ve booked multiple delivery slots for the coming weeks, judge away, nothing stopping anyone else from doing the same.

Just fact we can't get delivery slots as other people have booked multiples.

Frenchw1fe · 19/03/2020 20:24

Here in France you cannot go out without a form specifying one of the permitted reasons for leaving home. If you’re caught without a form and no good reason to be out you will be fined €135.00
I haven’t been out since Tuesday morning. I intend to get fresh bread tomorrow.
We walk the dog in the field behind us.

Greenpop21 · 19/03/2020 20:24

MIL(over 70) wants to visit at the weekend. Told her not to and she’s got the hump!

IrisAtwood · 19/03/2020 20:25

@mctagmcbag Technically you are correct. However, we both know what the advice is and I am pretty sure that you are adopting this position for a “discussion”.

Not interested I am afraid. But I wish you all the best.