- The shielding guidelines for vulnerable people in England are changing on July 6th and August 1st to gradually ease restrictions. - Starting July 6th, people can meet in groups of up to 6 outdoors and form "support bubbles" with single-person households. - Starting August 1st, shielding will no longer be advised but people should still socially distance when possible and avoid non-household contacts. - The changes are based on lower coronavirus case rates, but guidance may be reintroduced if cases increase again.