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England's 'freedom day' marred by soaring cases and isolation chaos

Last updated on - Jul 19, 2021, 17:27 IST
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England's 'freedom day'

"Freedom day" was met with deep concern as coronavirus cases surge across the nation as the commuters are seen not wearing facemasks. (Credits: AFP)

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England's 'freedom day'

People were seen not wearing facemasks cross London Bridge in London. (Credits: AFP)

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England's 'freedom day'

A woman takes her face mask off as she walks out from Bond Street station, in central London. (Credits: AP)

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England's 'freedom day'

Commuters with and without facemasks arrive at Waterloo station in London. (Credits: AFP)

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England's 'freedom day'

Some commuters were seen wearing facemasks while traveling on the London Underground in London, during the morning rush hour. (Credits: AFP)

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England's 'freedom day'

As of Monday, face masks are no longer legally required in England. Commuters sit on an Underground train with and without masks in London. (Credits: AP)

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England's 'freedom day'

A man wears a face mask as he walks out from Piccadilly Circus station, in London. (Credits: AP)

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