People queued outside pubs and hairdressing salons for that important first pint or haircut since the March 2020 lockdown was imposed. Normality appeared to be returning – or so we thought. Here’s a gallery of South Tyneside pictures from the day itself.
13. A special occasion
Keith and Jennifer Smith celebrating 28th wedding anniversary at the New Sundial, where they celebrate every year. Photo: Stu Norton
14. Protection
Safety measures in place at Platform 33 with Holly Jordan Clark behind a protection screen. Photo: Stu Norton