Coronavirus in Derbyshire: Police reveal how many fines have been issued over lockdown laws

Between March 27 and April 13, members of the public were fined for alleged breaches of the lockdown rules set by the government in a bid to control the spread of coronavirus.

Powers granted to police forces during the Covid-19 outbreak allow officers to fine or arrest those flouting measures designed to encourage people to stay at home as much as possible.

Members of the public caught disobeying the restrictions can be fined £60, with the fine doubling after each offence.

Nationwide, more than 3,000 fines have been issued, with Thames Valley Police chalking up 219, while Surrey issued 205.

Neighbouring Nottinghamshire Police issued just 21 fines.

One third of the more than 3,000 fines were given to those aged 18-24, with a further third going to those aged 25-34.