High Holy Day services and gatherings: COVID-19 checklist

The UK Government has issued guidance for Jewish congregations in England: High Holy Day services and gatherings COVID-19 checklist, setting out “some key principles that should help us all make decisions that ensure we can all take part in special religious services and gatherings safely at this time”. It reminds readers that “It is against the law to gather in a group of more than six, indoors or outdoors, unless covered by an exemption” but that “Gatherings comprising the members of only one household or support bubble are exempt”. Continue reading