4,000 To Attend Brit Awards As UK Eases Restrictions

Around 4,000 guests will be allowed to attend next month’s Brit Awards ceremony as part of the government’s pilot scheme easing coronavirus restrictions for live events, organisers said Thursday.

Audience members at London’s O2 Arena will not need to socially distance or wear face coverings once seated, but will need to produce a negative test result.

The annual ceremony, which normally takes place in February, was postponed by three months because of safety and logistical concerns.

For the first time, best album at UK pop’s biggest annual event has four women nominated on a five-act shortlist.