Exercise restrictions are being tightened in Wales to cut do

Exercise restrictions are being tightened in Wales to cut down on unnecessary travel.

From Saturday (Today), people must exercise "as close as possible" to home, according to the updated lockdown rules.

Cyclists are being told they should travel no farther than a "reasonable walking distance from home".

The new rules state people should not drive to exercise unless absolutely necessary.

Here is a summary of what they say.

Why are new regulations being brought in?
The Welsh Government says: "The fundamental principle is that people should stay home as much as possible".

What do the new rules on exercise say?
That it should be taken "as close as possible to the home".

How often can you exercise?
Once a day. The time limit is not spelled out, but the rules say four or five hours is out of the question. You must not meet up with friends and must stay two metres apart from other people.

Does this apply to everyone?
Some people with health or mobility issues may not be able to exercise directly outside their homes. They may drive to the nearest convenient spot.

Those with conditions or disabilities, such as autism or dementia, can exercise more than once a day.

Can you exercise with other people?
It should be alone, or with people from your household, or with carers if necessary.

Where can you exercise?
Busy places like parks should be avoided.

What exercise is allowed?
It should usually be only walking, running and cycling. Risky exercise is ruled out.
You should not drive away from home to exercise, with no journeys "of any significant distance".

Are you allowed to have a picnic?
Picnics are banned. So is sitting for a "prolonged period" on benches.

Can you do anything else when out exercising?
You can, for instance, walk the dog or buy food. These are considered acceptable reasons to be out.

How far are you allowed to cycle?
A "reasonable walking distance from home". This is not spelled out exactly, but the rules say an accident a long way from home could put more pressure on the NHS.

Can you cycle to work?
Only if going to work is justified.

What other rules must cyclists follow?
They must cycle alone, or with people from their home. They must stick to routes they know and take care of walkers, runners or other cyclists.

They must stay two metres apart and stop to let people go by.