East Devon District Council asks tourists to 'stay away' until 12 April

East Devon District Council has asked tourists not to visit until 12 April in accordance with government guidelines.

The 'stay at home' rule ended on 29 March, but travel remains restricted. People have been advised to keep journeys to a minimum and to work from home where possible.

The council will work with police and other organisations to ensure that people do not break the rules, with a particular focus on overnight stays.

COVID case rates have gone down marginally in some areas in Devon, but in other places, including Plymouth, South Hams and Torridge, they are still increasing.

Mark Williams, EDDC's chief executive, said: "It is important that we all respect the advice from the government that individual actions will determine whether the current position regarding COVID remains manageable, or whether we end up going back into lockdown, because COVID is once again prevalent within our communities.

"Please help the council to ensure that East Devon remains as COVID-free as possible."

Click here for more information about current restrictions .