Headteachers have previously been advised to start making preparations on how schools could safely reopen, with the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) suggesting a staggered return of pupils, with Year 6s, Year (s and Year) s phased in first, if permitted.
Some of Britain’s largest housebuilders – including Persimmon, Taylor Wimpey and Redrow – have already announced plans to reopen building sites in late April or early May.
Under Government guidance, construction has been permitted if in accordance with social distancing rules, but many compa nies halted work in response to the crisis.
The Home Builders Federation said the restart is expected to be gradual, being dependent on how far supporting suppliers and services, such as building inspectors, mortgage lenders and conveyancers, can also return to work.
Advice covers limiting entry and exit points, using floor markings to outline social distancing and keeping changing rooms closed.
The guidance also suggests installing cleaning stations with hand sanitiser and disinfectant wipes at the front of stores.
Sport It is understood Culture Secretary Olive Dowden has been working on a plan for major sports to be played behind closed doors when some social-distancing rules are eased.
Weekly meetings are to be held between the Government, Public Health England and medical officials from sports bodies, with the issue due to be on the table when ministers review current measures next month.
Key questions that need to be tackled include testing requirements, burdens on emergency services and the possible impact on fan behavior – such as impromptu gatherings outside grounds.
Sporting bodies are understood to be keen to resume full training safely as soon as possible.
Last week, low-cost European carrier Wizz Air announced plans to resume some flights from Luton Airport on May 1.
Cabin crew will be required to wear masks and gloves on all flights and will distribute sanitizing wipes for passengers, while new distancing measures will also be introduced during boarding.
Mr Raab has indicated that officials are looking at possible checks at air and sea ports, with passengers arriving in the UK required to quarantine for (days.)
Meanwhile, the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union warned there was “zero chance” of ramping up transport services soon, amid speculation of an increase on May 19 or May when a new rail timetable is due.
Last week, industry sources said no dates have yet been agreed or announced.
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Of the Government’s five tests it appears to have passed, capacity to provide critical care across the UK is one, with hospitals not currently overwhelmed by patients.
The R value has also dropped to somewhere between 0.5 and 1 meaning the infection rate is manageable, but there will be much anxiety about whether they number may rise again.
Mr Johnson stressed that to “avoid disaster” nothing the Government does must raise the R value above one.
Meanwhile, more data is needed to make it clearer about whether there has been a sustained and consistent fall in daily deaths.
And PPE shortages and a failure to reach the target of 409, 11 tests per day by May 1 also mean the operational challenges te st does not appear to have been passed.
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