The British government announced on Saturday that it is loosening restrictions on care home visits in England as part of Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s roadmap to ease COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. For months, care home residents have only been able to see loved ones outdoors or through screens. But from March 8, they will be able to be visited indoors by a single, named individual, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said in a statement. “Every resident will have the opportunity to name one individual, who will be required to have a test beforehand, wear PPE during the visit, and avoid close contact,” said the DHSC. Visitors will be allowed to hold hands indoors with their relative in a care home, but will be asked to avoid any closer contact. Britain’s Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: “I know how important visiting a loved one is and I’m pleased we …