“S&M” singer Rihanna has reportedly allowed a restraining order against her former boyfiren Chris Brown to be “softened”.

A report from E! Online says that lawyer Donal Etra has explained that the restraining order, which has been in place for the past two years, would be “softened” and will fall to level one requirements.

The original order stated that Chris Brown was forbidden to come within 100 yards of Rihanna or 10 yards if it was at an industry event of some sort but this will be relaxed if the judge agrees.

The new order would allow Chris Brown to be able to have contact with Rihanna with the condition that he is not allowed to “harass” his former girlfriend.

It had been rumoured that Chris Brown was looking to have the restraining order adjusted in time for the Grammy Awards to take place on Sunday where he is up for three awards.

These claims however have been denied by those in the Brown camp who have said that Chris will not even be attending the event this weekend.

For the order to be finally officially changed a lawyer for Chris Brown still needs to attend court.