Hugs are to be allowed from next Monday as the easting of restrictions continues.

People will be able to meet and hug again for the first time in a year, as the Government gives the public the “choice” to decide whether or not to socially distance with close family and friends.

We asked our readers who would be top of their list to hug again from May 17.

Here's what you had to say.

Helen Ingham really wants to hug her dad as it's his birthday on Monday however, he's currently in hospital and unable to have visitors.

Sarita Crellin said: "Daughter and grandchildren."

Carol Pearson can't wait to hug her grandchildren.

Morgan Freemanlamb said: "Ben Doon and Phil McCrakin. Both have struggled during Covid."

Lorna Wayne is looking forward to hugging her dad.

Sonia Cruddas commented: "All my grandkids and my own kids."

Ditzy Chez continued: "My daughter as its her 10th birthday but she always gets hugs."

Mandy Anderson said: "My grandchildren and great granddaughter."

Angela Cummings added: "My mam, it’s her birthday too."

Geraldine Helen commented: "My daughter."

Ann Henderson said: "My grandchildren and my Dad."

Who's top of your list to hug and why?