Why are we ditching Plan B now and how do our covid measures compare with Europe?
The PM announced restriction changes due to come into effect next week While under fire from all sides Wednesday over ‘Partygate’, Prime Minister Boris Johnson, announced Plan B restrictions would be binned – but not everyone agrees that should happen. But was it just a ploy to save his job and distract from the Downing […]
4 years ago
Boris Johnson expected to announce easing of Covid rules later today
We could be saying goodbye to Plan B soon Boris Johnson is expected to announce the lifting of ‘plan B’ covid restrictions on Wednesday. The Prime Minister is due in the Commons to address MPs for PMQs this afternoon, during which time he is expected to discuss the cabinet’s assessment of the most recent covid […]
4 years ago
English football club told by Welsh government to play behind closed doors
Chester’s ground is located on the Welsh border Although an English football club, non-league outfit Chester FC have been warned by Welsh authorities that they have been in breach of coronavirus restrictions and may “commit further potential breaches” if they carry on playing in front of spectators. Chester, who play in the sixth tier of […]
4 years ago
New year is ‘too late’ for extra Covid restrictions, say scientists
The ‘two-week circuit breaker’ may not be soon enough or even long enough Scientists are warning that the added Covid measures being considered by the UK government are simply not soon enough. On Monday, it was reported that Prime Minister Boris Johnson is debating bringing back lockdown restrictions and, crucially, a ban on indoor mixing […]
4 years ago
Strict Covid restrictions could begin on Boxing Day amid Omicron surge
We might be clear for Christmas Day but don’t get ahead of yourselves Reports are suggesting that new stringent new Covid restrictions could come into effect as early as Boxing Day, as the number of daily coronavirus cases continues to surge. As per multiple outlets, updated Covid guidelines are being now seriously considered with the […]
4 years ago
UK needs 10-day lockdown to help stop ‘staggering’ Omicron spread, experts say
There are calls for pubs and restaurants to stop indoor service with immediate effect A group of experts have called for an immediate 10-day lockdown to halt the spread of the covid Omicron variant. Independent SAGE, the equivalent of the official Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies has advised that pubs and restaurants close for inside […]
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