UK current lockdown rules, all pubs and restaurants located in tier 3 regions closed, pubs in tier 2 areas can remain open if they serve “substantial meals.” Automatic Number Plate Recognition track COVID dissidents who leave their region via car. North Yorkshire Police’Superintendent Mike Walker.:It is neither necessary or acceptable to leave a Tier 3 area and enter a lower tier area for a day trip or visit a pub or restaurant. Your tier restrictions travel with you, police can take enforcement action if you breach those restrictions,”Fines could rise to £6,400.