Fareham houseowner fined after breaking Rule of Six

A HOUSEHOLD owner has been fined after being in breach of the Rule of Six Covid regulations.
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A tweet from Fareham Police said: ‘Officers attended an address locally to find a gathering of nine individuals in clear breach of the Covid-19 regulations. The householder was issued with a £200 fine and advised about their conduct.’

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Hampshire Constabulary have confirmed the incident took place on Friday October 23 at house on Gosport Road in Fareham.

In a warning to residents about the health implications of breaking the rules, the tweet added: ‘Covid-19 is still very much a risk!’

The Rule of Six applies to gatherings of more than six people from more than one household.

Police have the powers to disperse any such gatherings and fine individuals involved £100, doubling up to a maximum of £3,200.

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Fareham Police issued a house owner with a £200 fine for breaking the Rule of Six.Fareham Police issued a house owner with a £200 fine for breaking the Rule of Six.
Fareham Police issued a house owner with a £200 fine for breaking the Rule of Six.
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