Rejected petition Outdoor tennis courts to remain open when lockdown restrictions tighten on 5 Nov

We are asking the Government to ensure that outdoor tennis can continue between people from the same household, or between two individuals from different households - for example a tennis coach and player - when the national lockdown measures come into force in England on Thursday 5th November.

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Tennis is extremely beneficial to physical & mental well-being. Played on outdoor courts, it naturally lends itself to social distancing - played in a covid-secure way in the open air.

The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) supports outdoor tennis courts staying open for two individuals from different households. They describe tennis as a ‘socially distanced sport with the net as the natural barrier’.

It would be counterproductive to shut down a sport that can be played safely and responsibly.

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You may wish to sign some of these petitions:

Allow indoor/outdoor tennis courts to operate under strict distancing protocols: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/557428

Exempt outdoor tennis from closure due to COVID-19: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/557658

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Date submitted 1 November 2020
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