In England, most of the corona restrictions were lifted on Monday despite the rising number of corona infections.
According to government information, the mask requirement and distance rules are no longer required.
In addition, discos are allowed to reopen, theaters and sports stadiums can occupy all seats.
The recommendation to work from home is also canceled.
Exceptions apply in London, where the mask requirement remains in place in local transport.
The government of Prime Minister Boris Johnson justified the controversial opening step with the high vaccination rate in the country.
The easing is highly controversial in the UK.
The opposition accuses the government of ruthlessness, scientists fear another large corona wave.
Prime Minister Johnson had urged citizens to exercise caution and responsibility in the run-up to "Freedom Day" on Sunday.
The highly contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus is already spreading rapidly in Great Britain.
The previous restrictions will initially remain in place in the independent provinces of Wales and Scotland in terms of health policy.