Have an unhappy Christmas: Government scientists advise no singing, dancing or BOARD GAMES (and isolate for two weeks before and after five-day ‘bubble break’)

Tis not the season to be jolly… families were last night advised by Government scientists to steer clear of singing, dancing and even board games when they meet up this Christmas. In bleak midwinter news for those who like to linger over their turkey and trimmings, Britons have also been recommended not to spend too long enjoying their festive dinner. People should consider using place names to avoid contamination at the dinner table – and be on their guard when it comes to the washing up, says the scientific advisory committee Sage. And they should consider self-isolating for two weeks both before and after the five-day ‘Christmas bubble’ break to minimise the risk of spreading the virus. Families were last night advised by Government scientists to steer clear of singing, dancing and even board games when they meet up this Christmas (stock photo) RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next ‘Don’t hug granny if you want her to survive to be hugged… Mike Ashley ‘wants to buy Sir Philip Green’s Topshop empire… Share this article Share In a raft of documents yesterday, the scientists warned that any relaxation of restrictions over the festive period could result in a ‘large rise’ in transmission… Read full this story

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