Life during lockdown

I'm basically hoping for a vaccine otherwise I'm reluctant to go anywhere.  If I do, I'd need a mask that protects me (FFP3) and would only go to places which offer space (e.g large galleries) or are outdoors (e.g. the Zoo), and travel by black cab or on my own mobility scooter.   I adore the Royal Opera House but I can't imagine being there again, and would not go near a restaurant or pub.   Everywhere was opened up too soon, track and trace is ineffective and I dread to think what will happen next winter.  Thank goodness I can work from home and get everything I need delivered. 

I love museums and galleries, but until they make face coverings mandatory like it will be in shops, I'm not attending. Ditto theatre/cinemas. The latter will be better able to impliment spacing / socially distancing.

Pubs and restaurants have opened way too soon, we're about to face another spike.

Haven't been on public transport since March. Not looking forward to going back on it, and will stay away for as long as possible.

Until testing is increased, and/or a vaccine was made available, and/or infection numbers went down, I'd be more inclined to go.

I wasn't sure whether I was being asked about what I was comfortable with now or when everything open. It didn't ask how much I used to use a gym before - never  - so my use will be the same - never- but I used to use public transport a lot so my answer there is more relevant. 
I went on a train this week for the first time since the beginning of lockdown. 10 coaches and 5 Passengers. Safer than the supermarket but it won't always be like that. 

I found that unsatisfactory. Do they want to know what I feel about going to a theatre now; or in 3/6 months; when there's a vaccine (and how well will the vaccine work? how available will it be? will I have to pay for it?); or if the virus gradually fades away as, effectively, some have done? Answer all that, then ask me again.

Vaccine

I am not ready to use public transport with my kids. I need more guidance on driving to the city or cycling to the city safely with kids and/or parking guarantees or secure family bike lock ups - to enable us to enjoy cultural experiences further a field. We are  currently in twickenham. Thanks. 

My first priority is to have a coruna and flu vaccine as soon as possible. Why won't the government put up health booth for testing in GP clinics or Community Centers which are accessible to the community in each Borough. I agree in using face mask/covering and should be mandatory.

Many streets have been closed off in my area to 'make it safer for cyclists'.  This makes it hard to drive into my locality, hence making it near impossible to hail a black cab in order to get to a cultural event if you wish to avoid public transport or cannot use it for some reason.  Applying the congestion charge til 10 at night and at weekends will also put off people coming into London for cultural events - particularly older people or disabled drivers who have to rely on cars.  I look forward to going out once more when it feels a bit safer.

Transport is a huge problem. With gridlock-congestion a deliberate policy in my borough and with so many streets suddenly closed to taxis, I will struggle to get home safely and quickly late at night. I do not drive, cannot cycle and walking a long distance can be difficult. 

Cultural venues will not be able to attract people like me. I fear.

I think the economy will have more influence on our activities post-lockdown than our confidence about Covid-19 measures. If we can't afford to go to pubs, restaurants or the theatre, we won't, no matter how careful the venues are about masks, social distancing etc.

That survey was a waste of time.

Why ask how Londoners are feeling about going out and then limiting choices to three and not provided space to give my reasons.

I will attend anything and am not worried about Coronavirus. I think most people have been terrified needlessly.

However I understand that not everybody shares my view! I feel most people are more confident if masks are worn.

Having already eaten out as much as possible last week I was particularly impressed with temperature taking on entry as it was so easy. That's it!

I would like to see everything return " to normal" as fast as possible and feel the furlough scheme is actually preventing this happening - why go back to work if the government is paying you?!!

Older and vulnerable people who are, nevertheless, keen to get back to as close to normal as circumstances allow, have been left out of the equation with the extension to the congestion charge. We are big contributors to the London economy but bottom of the list of things we want to do is go on public transport. Restaurants- and theatres, concerts, etc when they reopen- will be the poorer without us, and whereas I would always have used the Tube in the past, I can't see myself doing so again any time soon.
 

Why not waive the congestion charge for freedom pass holders?  The value would be similar. 

It is clear that transmission of the virus happens more indoors than outside. Open air events with adequate social distancing should not be a problem but anything indoors will require clear measures to restrict the virus and the measures must be enforceable and enforced. Face coverings and social distancing seem to be key here. It is probably easier to implement this in galleries and museums than in pubs, bars and restaurants so I would feel less concerned about visiting the former than the latter.

Outdoor activities, pavement cafes etc would be a good start to help businesses but certain measures need to be in place to ensure safety. Mandatory wearing of face masks in all situations outside of the home and Social distancing with more community policemen recruitment to remind people and possibly fine those who refuse.

Outside pop up hand washing facilities. These are already in position where new houses are being built.

With the easing of lockdown a second wave is almost inevitable. If you read the information on Spanish flu a second and third wave took many lives. 

Extra care is needed as more freedoms are announced.