POLICE were patrolling Britain's streets yesterday to enforce the coronavirus lockdown. As the Prime Minister urged people to stay at home, at least four forces launched hotlines to inform on residents or businesses breaking the restrictions.
They justified the move, saying gatherings at Harpur Hill, Buxton, were dangerous and are in contravention of the lockdown. The same force has used drones to check walkers in the Peak District.But critics have said police needed to be careful not to overstep the mark with their new powers.
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