McDonald’s closes all play areas in the UK over coronavirus fears
MCDONALD’S is shutting down all kids’ play areas in the UK over coronavirus fears.
It comes as cases of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, have jumped to 1,543 in the UK with 55 deaths reported at the time of writing.
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McDonald's said the rest of their restaurant facilities are operating as normal, which means customers can still order food and eat-in.
The fast food chain told The Sun its restaurants will remain open, including inside seating areas, as long as government advice says it is safe to do so.
It comes following identical action regarding McDonald's play areas - also known as PlayPlaces - in restaurants across the US.
In the US, McDonald's is also closing all seating areas in restaurants.
McDonald's told us: “We will continue to follow government and health authorities guidance and continue to implement safe and where necessary, contactless ways to serve our customers.”
McDonald's told us most PlayPlaces closed for the foreseeable today - it couldn't confirm when they would be back up and running.
The fast food chain confirmed 150 restaurants have play areas.
McDonald's has 1,200 restaurants in the UK - you can find your nearest one by using the .
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