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The Prime Minister announced on Monday 22 February that indoor entertainment venues, which will include Adult Gaming Centres, will open at Step 3 of the roadmap, not before 17 May. The design of the roadmap has been informed by the latest scientific evidence and seeks a balance between our key social and economic priorities, while preserving the health and safety of the country.<\/p>
<\/strong><\/p> At next week\u2019s Budget the Chancellor will set out the next phase in our economic support package to reflect the steps set out in the Prime Minister\u2019s roadmap to easing restrictions, tailoring support for individuals and businesses to reflect the changing public health restrictions.<\/p> <\/strong><\/p> Further details will be announced in due course.<\/p> <\/strong><\/p>"}
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<\/strong>The government will therefore keep the issue of decriminalisation under active consideration while more work is done to understand the impact of alternative enforcement schemes.<\/p>"}
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