Today, 27 July, the Government has issued an update to COVID-19: guidance for the safe use of places of worship and special religious services and gatherings during the pandemic which deals specifically with special religious services and gatherings

It notes that communal worship or prayer can be attended by more than 30 people but only if the venue can safely accommodate larger numbers in a way which complies with COVID-19 secure guidance. The updated guidance provides the following checklist: Continue reading →