Jeremy Corbyn snapped NOT social distancing as he poses for a pic

JEREMY Corbyn was caught NOT social distancing as he posed for a snap on his birthday.

The picture posted to Facebook showed the former Labour leader standing too close to a passer-by during a trip to a local beauty spot.

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Mr Corbyn, 71, had stopped to talk to Joe Neary while going for a walk on his birthday on May 26 when someone took a picture of the pair.

Mr Neary wrote in the caption of the photo: "This is me today at Romney Marsh Lock. This fella with me said that it's his birthday today and so he had a photo with me to remember the occasion!

"Lovely man who is so engaging and so were his whole family!"

People are now allowed to travel to spend time outdoors - but still have to keep a two-metre distance between them and people from other households.

Many people on social media were quick to point out the former Labour leader was far too close to Mr Neary - particularly seeing as he is over 70 and in the group of people more vulnerable to coronavirus.

One person wrote: "Social distancing? I think not..."

Another wrote: "Complete social distancing fail.

"You may say the guidelines aren't clear enough but 'keep 2 metres apart' has always been clear."

Other people were furious they had been diligently following the rules while Mr Corbyn had not.

One person wrote: "He's over 70 so should be self isolating, can't see any social distancing either. My husband and I have been self isolating for months I've not seen my family neither has he.

"Makes you wonder why we all bother when I see this."

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Mr Neary did not specify whether the photo was taken at Romney Lock near Windsor or a lock near to Romney Marsh in Kent.

The guidance from the Government on how to stop the spread of COVID-19 states: "At all times, you should continue to observe social distancing guidelines when you are outside your home, including ensuring you are two metres away from anyone outside your household."

The Sun has contacted Mr Corbyn for comment.