Boris Johnson announces rule of six to flatten Covid cases in the UK
Boris Johnson, the prime minister, announced the “rule of six” yesterday to help curb the sharp rise in Covid cases in the UK.
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UK economy recovering from Covid as GDP rises 6.6% in July
For the third month in a row GDP has gone up and many see this as the start of the UK economy recovering from the impact of Covid. In July, GDP went up up 6.6%.
Covid: holidaymakers run with time to return before new rules come up
British holidaymakers face the race with time to get home before quarantine rules against Covid come into force.
Minister speaks ahead of freshers week: do not spread Covid in “bedrooms”
Health Minister Lord Bethell has warned students to be careful and obey Covid restrictions and protocols before their return to university for freshers week.
Matt Hancock: “British public getting too many Covid tests”
Demand for testing has increased in recent weeks and the Minister of Health blames people without symptoms who are seeking tests.
No social gatherings of more than six people in England
The government urges citizens to do the right thing and to respect the new rules, to prevent the further spread of this deadly virus.
Covid vaccine trials halted following potential adverse reaction
University of Oxford and AstroZeneca’s Covid vaccine trials have been halted following a trial patient’s adverse reaction. Production will be halted for the foreseeable future.
David and Victoria Beckham secretly feared they were super-spreaders of Covid-19
David and Victoria Beckham revealed that they contracted the Covid-19 during a networking event and told their battle against the virus.
EasyJet will cut flights as criticised the UK Covid quarantine rules
After the restrictions imposed by the government the airline said it was not able to give any financial forecast.
Covid outbreaks at 62 schools in the UK
Last week pupils returned to school throughout the UK, but precautions were not enough to avoid new outbreaks.
The case jump high, nationwide Covid lockdown is absolute last resort
The increase in infections scares Britain, the figures were not so high since 22 Mayand scientists warn the country about the risk of a second spike.
ONS study suggests that 3 million people in England have Covid antibodies
A study released today by the ONS suggests that almost 3 million people in England would have Covid antibodies if everyone was tested. This represents 1 in 17 people in England.
North-East England could face new lockdown restrictions
Leeds has become an “area of concern” for the government because of the rise in recorded coronavirus infection numbers.
Trial of mass weekly Covid tests in population
The Health Secretary announced a trial of 20-minute Covid tests in population.
After holidays in Greece, England brings back quarantine
Public health teams fear that current advice and control measures for returning travellers are insufficient.
Boris Johnson backtracks on meeting with representatives for families of Covid victims
Boris Johnson is under fire as his broken promise to meet the head of one of the UK’s largest groups seeking an inquiry into the government’s handling of covid is revealed.
Covid, schools reopening in UK: all the changes
Coming back to school will help pupils wellbeing and mental health, with safety measures in place to protect people’s health.
Ghost towns: PM about to push Britons back to office
Among warning of cities becoming ghost towns by experts, PM is trying to find a way to bring Brits back to office.
Low-paid people who should self isolate can receive up to £13 a day
The UK government confirmed payments will be given to low-income people who need to isolate in areas with high incidence of Covid.
Covid, Dr Hillary Jones says insect repellent can kill Covid
The doctor from Good Morning Britain claimed the useful side effects of insect repellent, in particular in the spray called Citriodiol produced by MosiGuard.
Provident Financial warns Covid has created uncertainty
The company reported a six-month loss of £32.6 million due to the pandemic, but added that its performance was better than expected..
Covid-19 vaccine from Cambridge will have clinical trial in the autumn
Researchers at Cambridge University argue that the computer-generated “laser-specific” approach could help avoid hyper-inflammatory reactions caused by the virus.
Boris Johnson asks to review the guidance as school will be reopen
Schools are about to reopen and wearing masks is an option that should be kept under control, but many argue that the measure is not necessary.
Usain Bolt positive for Covid after birthday party
Minister of Health and Wellness of Jamaica have reported to Bolt that he has tested positive for Covid. Videos on social media of the party.
Marks & Spencer to cut 7,000 jobs
The company was hit hard by coronavirus and will have to cut 7,000 jobs, a tenth of its workforce.