Recovery Fund: 750 million agreement
The long negotiation started on Friday morning on the Recovery Fund ended with the ok of European leaders to the proposal revised by Charles Michel.
Coronavirus
Covid: Oxford vaccine trial shows “promising” results
“There is still much work to be done, but these early results hold promise”, said Professor Sarah Gilbert, co-author of the study.
Covid, the new outbreak in China grows: 17 positive
A new outbreak of Covid worries China: 17 new positives in the city of Urumqi.
Covid in China, new outbreak in Xinjiang: at least 11 cases
Coronavirus in China, Following the discovery of an outbreak in the Xinjiang region the Chinese authorities imposed restrictions on transport.
Covid: US record again with 77,000 new infections in one day
Dr Anthony Fauci has warned that cases could soon top 100,000 a day if Americans do not come together to take steps necessary to stop the virus.
Boris Johnson about to announce £3bn extra funding for NHS
Johnson about to set an extra funding of £3bn for NHS amid fears of a second wave of Covid during the winter. For PM the NHS has to be “battle ready”.
Boris Johnson to tell home workers to go back to the office
The British Prime Minister said that it is very important that people now return to work as carefully as possible.
About 649,000 people lost their jobs during Covid crisis
The labor crisis scares UK workers who are moving towards a period of high unemployment that could lead to mass personal debt.
VAT slashed, prices will drop for all items
“These changes as an urgent response to the pandemic to support businesses affected by closures and social distancing”, Government source reveals.
After spike in Covid infections, new lockdown measures in UK
To reduce infections, health directors prohibit large groups from visiting each other’s homes and strongly advise against against hugs.
Covid infection rate in England fell down before lockdown lifted
A report to the country’s ongoing battle with Covid showed that the rate of virus infection in England was significantly reduced before lockdown.
Face masks mandatory inside shops from July 24
Accusation of contradictory statements have pushed the Government to make a decision on the issue to wear a face masks in shops.
Covid: WHO reported record rise in cases worldwide
Record of 230,000 registered just days after previous global high. US on the top of daily rise. Mexico overtakes Italy death toll.
Covid: Helen Clark will lead an investigation of WTO response
The former PM described it as “exceptionally challenging” and a “very tough gig”. She is likely to start as soon as possible “before another pandemic is upon us”.
Covid: UK rejected the offer for EU vaccine scheme
Alok Sharma, the Business Secretary, have pushed towards this decision after not receiving “sufficient assurance” to get enough vaccines on time.
Covid, gyms may reopen in mid-July in UK
“The date for reopening gyms at the moment, is in just a couple of weeks’ time”, said PM. Reopening of pubs has irritated gym managers.
The World Health Organization admits: “Covid can spread in air”
The WHO reviews its position on the alarm launched by 239 experts: “The airborne transmission of the Coronavirus is not excluded”.
Bolsonaro tests positive for Covid, the Brazilian president was symptomatic
The President of Brazil Jair Bolsonaro tested positive for Covid following the examinations carried out on the day of July 6.
Covid: new lockdown in Melbourne and Victoria State
Government in Australia announced lockdown restrictions in Melbourne and some part of the Victoria state after a peak in the Covid cases.
Boris Johnson’s blames about care homes seen as “coward”
PM stated that care homes “didn’t really follow the procedures in the way that they could have”. Harsh reactions from public opinion.
Quarantine dismissed for holidays to Spain, France, Germany and Italy
There won’t be a quarantine for these countries, but it doesn’t work for entire UK. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland could not be forced to sign up.
Pubs keep doors closed on “Super Saturday”
Some landlord fear they cannot respect Covid social distancing rules. Owners feel the risk about reopenings, Police Commissioner asks for responsibility.
100 days Covid lockdown, how it changed Britain
Shopping, working, studying, sports and even eating. Every day activity, that was taken for granted, changed during Coronavirus emergency.
New Zealand has zero new cases of Covid
While in England the fear of Lockdown returns, the government of New Zealand celebrates the defeat of the Coronavirus.
Leicester is ready for local lockdown, while in 36 areas Covid is on the rise
Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced that Leicester will be the only city in England where restrictions will not be relaxed.