As Oxford is set to move to Tier 2 this Saturday (October 31), there are lots of mixed emotions on Twitter about the issue.
Starting with confusion over what the Tier system really means.
Oxford in tier 2 but Oxfordshire still in 1. What does than mean? pic.twitter.com/IbOaryahwm
— Swissyellow (@swissyellow) October 29, 2020
Oh dear, my 14 year old on hearing that Oxford going into Tier 2 so that kids who see eachother in school can not longer hang out togetherat home: "it's a stupid law that does nothing" and therein lies the problem... agh
— Mary Bosworth (@MFBosworth) October 29, 2020
Under Tier 2 restrictions households won't be able to mix in indoor settings. Bars and restaurants will remain open, but you can only join the fun if you are hanging out with those who already live with you.
Read more: What will Tier 2 mean for Oxford?
But you can still meet people from other households outdoors, as long as you abide by the rule of six.
Oxford going into tier 2 on Halloween has ruined my week tbh
— Abbs🧜🏼♀️ (@abbysxott) October 29, 2020
as much as i hate the idea of a local lockdown, i think it’s the only thing that might stop the spread in oxford (and other university towns). simply moving into tier 2 is not unlike trying to regulate the formal economy when there’s a thriving informal sector
— Anna 🐍 (@ashkinaziaut) October 29, 2020
And the controversy over Oxford City council moving to Tier 2 ahead of the rest of Oxfordshire wasn't lost on residents either.
Those outside the city are anticipating what may be on the way...
I live in Banbury, apart of Cherwell which has a higher 'per 100k' rate than Oxford. I assume a tier 2 announcement is due to follow very soon?! 😬 https://t.co/iopcCFl5GF
— Aaron Gumbs (@AaronKGumbs) October 29, 2020
Oxford moving up to Tier 2 pic.twitter.com/TaHeVOyDkI
— Elisa Granato 🦠🔬 (@Prokaryota) October 29, 2020
Oxford City in Tier 2 - your reaction
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