What will the people of Leeds do first after lockdown? Here's what you said

We asked, and you answered.

The current lockdown in the United Kingdom was extended until May 9 last week with people across the country continuing to observe social distancing.

Police on patrol during the current lockdown. (PA)placeholder image
Police on patrol during the current lockdown. (PA) | jpimedia

But when the restrictions are lifted, what is the first thing you will do?

We asked the people of Leeds to answer and they came back with a varied response. From visiting family to heading out in the caravan... here's what you said.

Deborah Dennison: "Give my mum and my grand kids the biggest hugs ever."

Lynsey Thomas: "Meet up with my family first for a lovely lunch somewhere then meet up with my friends."

Gemma Broadley: "Seaside definitely."

Sue Banks Kelly: "Hug my family and share a bottle or two of bubbly with my sister."

Allan Fawcett: "I am going out in my car to find the biggest traffic jam and just sit and think how great it is to be finally over this!"

Colin Halliwell: "Hug those who lost a loved one and share a tear or two."

Kathie Anne Atkinson: "Go swimming when the leisure centre opens again."

Elise Landau: "Get away in the caravan."

Sharon Grace: "Go see my 83 yr old mum who’s on her own."

Margaret Naylor: "Sit on Scarborough beach and eat fish and chips and, after self isolation on my own, talk to anyone!"

Elena Harold: "Get my hair cut."

Gillian Baillie: "See my family. Go for a coffee at my favourite cafe. Get hair cut and coloured. Go on holiday. Talk to anyone n everyone."

Keith Simpson: "Ice cream or breakfast in Thornton le Dale, followed by fish and chips in Whitby - bring it on!"

Stephen Broadhead: "West coast of Scotland then over to Mull with my children, it was put on hold but it will be appreciated even more."

Kath Lavin: "Breathe a sigh of relief."

Michael Pollard: "Go fishing."

Jo Mawn: "Go see my grandchildren and hug, kiss and cuddle them so much!"

Jodie Elizabeth: "See my friends and close ones who i miss lots and go to the pub then seaside."

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