One-to-one campaigning outdoors will be allowed from 8 March, such as leafleting and canvassing Constitution Minister urges “social responsibility” from political parties and individual activists Individual activists will be able to campaign outdoors in a COVID-secure way from 8 March, ahead of the English local elections in May. New government guidance published today will enable free and fair elections, striking the necessary balance to protect public health and ensure voters can make informed choices. From 8 March, rules will allow for individual campaigners to deliver leaflets and to engage with electors on their doorsteps - but they should always be socially distanced and not enter inside people’s homes.