'This Is The Moment When We Must Act': U.K. Government Imposes New Coronavirus Rules
4 years, 3 months ago

'This Is The Moment When We Must Act': U.K. Government Imposes New Coronavirus Rules

NPR  

'This Is The Moment When We Must Act': U.K. Government Imposes New Coronavirus Rules Enlarge this image toggle caption House of Commons/AP House of Commons/AP After a quiet summer where life largely returned to normal, England now faces new restrictions designed to slow the spread of COVID-19. U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced in the House of Commons on Tuesday morning that pubs, bars and restaurants in England must close at 10 p.m. UK Parliament via YouTube The U.K. government's COVID-19 dashboard shows that after a surge of cases and deaths this spring, a second wave of new cases began in August and has risen sharply this month. Sponsor Message "We warned the prime minister months ago that testing needed to be fixed by the autumn," said Keir Starmer, leader of the opposition Labour Party, responding to Johnson in the House of Commons.

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Tougher Covid lockdown rules in force in parts of UK
3 years ago

Tougher Covid lockdown rules in force in parts of UK

Live Mint  

New tougher restrictions have come in force from Sunday in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland under devolved powers in a bid to curb rising coronavirus cases across the United Kingdom. In Scotland, social distancing of one metre will now be required at large events and attendance will be limited to 100 people at indoor events where people are standing, or …

UK’s Johnson defies pressure to impose COVID curbs over Christmas
3 years ago

UK’s Johnson defies pressure to impose COVID curbs over Christmas

Al Jazeera  

PM Boris Johnson says ministers decided not to limit social interactions over the imminent festive period, but will keep situation under review. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defied pressure to tighten coronavirus rules over Christmas to curb surging Omicron cases, but pledged to keep the situation “under constant review”. However, after a Cabinet meeting, Johnson said ministers had decided …

New lockdown rules: All the coronavirus restrictions eased from today, from weddings to wakes
3 years, 6 months ago

New lockdown rules: All the coronavirus restrictions eased from today, from weddings to wakes

The Independent  

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Current lockdown rules: Which changes have been moved from 21 June to 19 July?
3 years, 6 months ago

Current lockdown rules: Which changes have been moved from 21 June to 19 July?

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Boris Johnson has confirmed England’s final phase in lifting coronavirus …

London records zero Covid-19 daily deaths for first time in six months as cases soar elsewhere in Europe
3 years, 9 months ago

London records zero Covid-19 daily deaths for first time in six months as cases soar elsewhere in Europe

CNN  

London CNN — London has recorded zero daily deaths from Covid-19 in a single day for the first time in over six months, official data indicates. The news comes as England’s “stay at home” order was lifted Monday and Covid-19 restrictions were eased, allowing two households or groups of up to six people to meet outdoors. “I know many will …

Lockdown roadmap: Everything you can do from 8 March
3 years, 10 months ago

Lockdown roadmap: Everything you can do from 8 March

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Practical higher education courses at universities will restart for …

UK lockdown rules and restrictions explained
3 years, 11 months ago

UK lockdown rules and restrictions explained

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Boris Johnson announced a new national lockdown on Monday 4 …

Police warn that New Year’s Eve parties ‘should not be happening’ as restrictions tightened for millions
4 years ago

Police warn that New Year’s Eve parties ‘should not be happening’ as restrictions tightened for millions

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Large New Year’s Eve parties “should not be happening,” police …

Coronavirus: ‘Too early’ to say if rules can be relaxed for Christmas, minister says
4 years, 1 month ago

Coronavirus: ‘Too early’ to say if rules can be relaxed for Christmas, minister says

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “What none of us knows right now is what the infection rate is going to …

Coronavirus measures in UK force pubs to shut at 10pm, but street parties are popping up instead
4 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus measures in UK force pubs to shut at 10pm, but street parties are popping up instead

ABC  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a backlash over a 10:00pm curfew for all pubs and restaurants amid rising coronavirus cases in the UK, with videos online showing people partying on the streets and not observing strict social distancing rules. "Day two of a 10:00pm curfew: Oxford Circus has turned into an impromptu party," BBC reporter Charlie Haynes tweeted …

UK PM Boris Johnson introduces new restrictions to avoid second wave of coronavirus
4 years, 3 months ago

UK PM Boris Johnson introduces new restrictions to avoid second wave of coronavirus

India Today  

Terming the coronavirus situation in England a "perilous turning point", British Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out a fresh set of restrictions for the next six months until a "palpable progress" is observed. This came after UK's Chief Scientific Adviser Sir Patrick Vallance and Chief Medical Officer Chris Witty warned the nation, in a televised address last week, that if …

Coronavirus: What will a 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants in England actually look like?
4 years, 3 months ago

Coronavirus: What will a 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants in England actually look like?

The Independent  

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UK PM Boris Johnson outlines new restrictions as Covid-19 cases surge
4 years, 3 months ago

UK PM Boris Johnson outlines new restrictions as Covid-19 cases surge

Live Mint  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has slammed the brakes on the country’s return to offices, saying people should work from home if possible, to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. The announcement comes a day after the British government’s top scientific and medical advisers said coronavirus infections were doubling every seven days and could rise to 49,000 a day …

Boris Johnson’s early Christmas present to Britain: Six months of coronavirus gloom
4 years, 3 months ago

Boris Johnson’s early Christmas present to Britain: Six months of coronavirus gloom

CNN  

London CNN — Faced with a surge in coronavirus cases across the UK, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced new measures to combat the virus, including a 10 p.m. curfew for restaurants and bars, and restrictions – enforceable by the police – on how people can socialize. And the fight against covid is by no means over.” He described his …

Coronavirus: Social gatherings above six people to be banned in England
4 years, 4 months ago

Coronavirus: Social gatherings above six people to be banned in England

The Hindu  

LONDON Tough new lockdown restrictions on social gatherings across the whole of England are to be announced on Wednesday as Prime Minister Boris Johnson tries to control a spike in COVID-19 infections. “So we are simplifying and strengthening the rules on social contact - making them easier to understand and for the police to enforce.” The previous limit on the …

England bans gatherings of more than six as coronavirus cases spike
4 years, 4 months ago

England bans gatherings of more than six as coronavirus cases spike

LA Times  

Britain’s government is banning gatherings of more than six people in England, as officials try to keep a lid on daily new coronavirus infections after a sharp spike across the U.K. that has been largely blamed on party-going young adults disregarding social distancing rules. but these latest figures really show us that much as people might like to say ‘Oh …

Coronavirus UK update: Latest news as Boris Johnson postpones further lockdown lifting
4 years, 5 months ago

Coronavirus UK update: Latest news as Boris Johnson postpones further lockdown lifting

The Independent  

✕ Close Boris Johnson postpones further lockdown lifting as coronavirus rise across England Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

NSW coronavirus restrictions: What you can and can't do from next Friday
4 years, 5 months ago

NSW coronavirus restrictions: What you can and can't do from next Friday

ABC  

As the Crossroads Hotel coronavirus cluster continues to grow, NSW Health authorities are scrambling to tighten not only public gatherings but the monitoring of people out and about. Today's announcement of fresh restrictions will tighten movements of people at venues and public gatherings as NSW enters what officials are calling "COVID normal". Venues must have COVID-Safe registration with the NSW …

Coronavirus England: New rules revealed as weddings resume
4 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus England: New rules revealed as weddings resume

Daily Mail  

Fathers cannot walk their daughter arm-in-arm down the aisle and couples must wash their hands before and after exchanging rings in post-lockdown weddings. Here are some of the new rules which will make for very different weddings: CEREMONIES - Keep distanced during 'short' ceremonies The new rules urge people from different households to maintain social distancing between one another, which …

Dutch poised to lift ban on large gatherings, sources suggest
4 years, 6 months ago

Dutch poised to lift ban on large gatherings, sources suggest

Dutch News  

Prime minister Mark Rutte is expected to confirm a further easing of the coronavirus rules on Wednesday evening, but several new measures have already been leaked to the media. RTL Nieuws suggests the government will abandon the limit on the number of people who can attend formal events, on the condition that participants can keep social distancing rules and answer …

Dutch poised to lift ban on large gatherings, sources suggest
4 years, 6 months ago

Dutch poised to lift ban on large gatherings, sources suggest

Dutch News  

Prime minister Mark Rutte is expected to confirm a further easing of the coronavirus rules on Wednesday evening, but several new measures have already been leaked to the media. RTL Nieuws suggests the government will abandon the limit on the number of people who can attend formal events, on the condition that participants can keep social distancing rules and answer …

Coronavirus | U.K. PM to set July 4 date to end COVID-19 lockdown with bars reopening
4 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus | U.K. PM to set July 4 date to end COVID-19 lockdown with bars reopening

The Hindu  

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson is on June 23 set to announce July 4 as the date for a significant lifting of lockdown restrictions in the country, with cinemas, museums, bars, pubs and restaurants being allowed to open their doors to the public once again. Mr. Johnson is then due to set out some details in the House of Commons …

Boris Johnson announces easing of social distancing in UK with pubs, cinemas and restaurants set to reopen
4 years, 6 months ago

Boris Johnson announces easing of social distancing in UK with pubs, cinemas and restaurants set to reopen

ABC  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced an easing of England's strict coronavirus lockdown, with its 2-metre social distancing rule reduced to 1 metre "plus" and pubs, cinemas and hairdressers set to open in early July. Key points: England will reduce its social distancing rule from 2 metres to "1 metre plus" from July 4 It will allow for the …

NSW eases coronavirus restrictions further by dropping 50-person limit on indoor venues
4 years, 6 months ago

NSW eases coronavirus restrictions further by dropping 50-person limit on indoor venues

ABC  

The NSW Government has announced another tranche of downgraded coronavirus restrictions, with the 50-person limit on pubs and restaurants to be lifted next month. Key points: The 50-person limit on indoor venues will be lifted next month The 50-person limit on indoor venues will be lifted next month Outdoor venues of up to 40,000 capacity will be able to fill …

Boris Johnson outlines UK reopening guidelines
4 years, 7 months ago

Boris Johnson outlines UK reopening guidelines

CNN  

London CNN — Britain will begin lifting coronavirus restrictions starting Monday in a phased approach, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said at a press conference today. Up to six people will be allowed to meet outside “as long as they respect social distancing rules,” in gardens and other private outdoor spaces, he said. From Monday, they will be permitted …

NT Government eases coronavirus restrictions on weddings, bars, gyms and funerals
4 years, 8 months ago

NT Government eases coronavirus restrictions on weddings, bars, gyms and funerals

ABC  

Northern Territory Chief Minister Michael Gunner has today laid out the NT's "new normal" as it gradually winds back coronavirus restrictions. Key points: The NT has recorded no new cases of coronavirus for more than three weeks The NT has recorded no new cases of coronavirus for more than three weeks From Friday, outdoor weddings and funerals will be able …

Coronavirus | U.K. plans curfews if social distancing rules ignored
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus | U.K. plans curfews if social distancing rules ignored

The Hindu  

The U.K. government on Monday warned that tougher lock-down measures, including curfews akin to those in place in other European countries such as France and Italy, would have to be enforced to limit the spread of the coronavirus “if selfish people continued to put lives in danger by not following social distancing rules.” The warning comes as Parliament is set …

March 23, 2020 coronavirus news
4 years, 9 months ago

March 23, 2020 coronavirus news

CNN  

Boris Johnson has just imposed the most stringent social restrictions on the British public since the end of the World War II. The move comes after weeks of criticism that the Johnson has not taken the coronavirus outbreak seriously enough, as Britain’s European counterparts had moved faster and harder. In a 2004 newspaper column, Johnson wrote of a proposed smoking …

UK coronavirus lockdown: Boris Johnson issues stay-at-home order
4 years, 9 months ago

UK coronavirus lockdown: Boris Johnson issues stay-at-home order

CNN  

London CNN — The UK is banning people from leaving their homes apart from for a few “very limited” reasons, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday, as he imposed the most stringent restrictions seen in Britain since the end of World War II. Police will break up public gatherings and fine people flouting rules, Johnson said in a remarkable …

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