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Understanding your coronavirus lockdown 'bubble'

March 25, 2020

Who can and can’t you come into contact with during the coronavirus shutdown. (Source: Other)

The term 'bubble' has been widely used to define who you can come into contact with over the next month.

But what do you need to do to stick to the rules around your 'bubble' during the lockdown?

Seven Sharp's Lucas de Jong looks into what you should and shouldn't do to keep your bubble in the best shape over the coming weeks.

Watch the full story above.

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