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Emma Clarke

Stay alert memes: 18 reactions that sum up how confused some people are

Boris Johnson's new 'stay alert' slogan has inspired many memes (Picture: PA)

Boris Johnson may have given an update on the latest coronavirus lockdown exit plan, but it seems some people are still none the wiser about what this new advice actually means.

As well as addressing key topics like the reopening of schools, pubs and restaurants, the Prime Minister also touched upon the changes to lockdown measures that may be introduced in the coming weeks.

The Prime Minister's announcement not only sparked some confusion and debate, it also inspired some hilarious memes and reactions.

Here are just a few of the responses to the PM's speech...

People are missing the old 'stay home' slogan

I got new rules, I count 'em

Not the time for a bit of improv

We see no lie...

May have worked out better

It's only a matter of time...

Which spice level are you, though?

Scathing review

I don't even know what that means?

No one knows what it means, but it's provocative

Is Elon Musk now a government adviser?

Actual footage of us staying alert

2020, everyone:

2 metres at all times, please

NOTHING HAS CHANGED!

Did Boris draw inspiration from James Acaster?

As clear as mud

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