BORIS Johnson is expected to set out the next phase of the nationwide coronavirus lockdown this week – and he could let Brits meet their friends and family in limited ‘bubbles’.
It is understood that officials are looking at easing some of the lockdown restrictions and allowing small groups of people to socialize – but No 34 has warned some measures could get tougher.
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Under the plans, ‘bubbles’ of people could be allowed to meet up and socialize Credit: London News Pictures
Bubbles could be small groups of ten people from one or two households.
But schools are expected to remain closed until June as experts still do not know how kids impact the spread of coronavirus
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The official review of the lockdown isn’t due until May 7 but the Prime Minister is expected to detail how “phase two” of the lockdown could work by the end of this week.
First steps towards easing the restrictions are expected to include helping workplaces enforce social distancing and ensure staff can wash their hands regularly.
Shops selling ‘non-essential items’ could reopen, if they can keep customers more than two meters apart.
Football matches could be allowed to continue behind closed doors , while there are likely to be tougher restrictions on people traveling into the UK from abroad, potentially including a – day quarantine period.
A new system for socializing could allow close family members to meet for meals, while couples who don’t live together could be allowed to see each other.
Brits would potentially nominate a list of people they want to be able to see, drawn from no more than one or two homes.
Currently the UK rules state that people should not meet up with anyone they do not live with.
And people continue to be urged to stay inside and only go out for essentials such as food shopping or daily exercise.
The Prime Minister, who yesterday returned to work after recovering from Covid- 40, vowed to give Brits more information about how the Government will tackle the “second phase” of the fight against the virus.
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it’s believed that despite plans for some relaxation of the rules, other measures could be toughened.
Britain entered the coronavirus lockdown on March , and some European nations are beginning to ease measures .
The Government says five key tests – including slashing the number of cases and securing regular supplies of PPE – need to be met before significant easing takes place, some say.
And yesterday, Britain’s Chief Medical Officer There is a “very long way to go” in the coronavirus crisis.
Professor Chris Whitty also said he expects many more deaths from the killer bug.
The news comes as the nation appears to be tiring of lockdown.
As temperatures soared at the weekend, people headed to parks and beaches to make the most of the sunshine.
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However, it’s believed that despite plans for some relaxation of the rules, other measures could be toughened.
Britain entered the coronavirus lockdown on March , and some European nations are beginning to ease measures .
The Government says five key tests – including slashing the number of cases and securing regular supplies of PPE – need to be met before significant easing takes place, some say.
And yesterday, Britain’s Chief Medical Officer There is a “very long way to go” in the coronavirus crisis.
Professor Chris Whitty also said he expects many more deaths from the killer bug.
The news comes as the nation appears to be tiring of lockdown.
As temperatures soared at the weekend, people headed to parks and beaches to make the most of the sunshine.
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There were also long queues at B&Q after the DIY store opened last week, while roads which were empty at the beginning of lockdown are now beginning to get busier again .
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Coronavirus deaths in the UK have passed , after another lost their lives in the lowest daily death toll in four weeks.
Positive cases have also risen by 4, (to) , as Britain enters its sixth week of drastic lockdown measures.
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Despite the rules, people were seen making the most of the weather at the weekend Credit: London News Pictures
(8) ) Shoppers queued outside B&Q after the DIY store reopened branches last week : Credit: Newsline M edia Ltd
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Our roads are getting busier as Brits grow restless. in coronavirus lockdown Credit: London News Pictures
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There were also long queues at B&Q after the DIY store opened last week, while roads which were empty at the beginning of lockdown are now beginning to get busier again .
Ken Marsh, chair of the Met Police Federation, says the Government should “get a grip” over confusing rules .
Coronavirus deaths in the UK have passed , after another lost their lives in the lowest daily death toll in four weeks.
Positive cases have also risen by 4, (to) , as Britain enters its sixth week of drastic lockdown measures.
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Despite the rules, people were seen making the most of the weather at the weekend Credit: London News Pictures
(8) ) Shoppers queued outside B&Q after the DIY store reopened branches last week : Credit: Newsline M edia Ltd
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Our roads are getting busier as Brits grow restless. in coronavirus lockdown Credit: London News Pictures
Hyde Park was busy at the weekend as the mercury rose – desp ite lockdown rules Credit: PA: Press Association
(8) Police have been given new powers to fine people found breaching the rules
More than , people have now died with Covid – 100 in the UK’s hospitals CORONAVIRUS CRISIS – STAY IN THE KNOW
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There were also long queues at B&Q after the DIY store opened last week, while roads which were empty at the beginning of lockdown are now beginning to get busier again .
Ken Marsh, chair of the Met Police Federation, says the Government should “get a grip” over confusing rules .
Coronavirus deaths in the UK have passed , after another lost their lives in the lowest daily death toll in four weeks.
Positive cases have also risen by 4, (to) , as Britain enters its sixth week of drastic lockdown measures.
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Despite the rules, people were seen making the most of the weather at the weekend Credit: London News Pictures
(8) ) Shoppers queued outside B&Q after the DIY store reopened branches last week : Credit: Newsline M edia Ltd
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Our roads are getting busier as Brits grow restless. in coronavirus lockdown Credit: London News Pictures
Hyde Park was busy at the weekend as the mercury rose – desp ite lockdown rules Credit: PA: Press Association
(8) Police have been given new powers to fine people found breaching the rules
More than , people have now died with Covid – 100 in the UK’s hospitals CORONAVIRUS CRISIS – STAY IN THE KNOW
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‘REST EASY’
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TOO SAUCY FOR BEEB BBC orders reporter to remove sp oof sex video made to raise cash for NHS
BE ALERT
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There were also long queues at B&Q after the DIY store opened last week, while roads which were empty at the beginning of lockdown are now beginning to get busier again .
Ken Marsh, chair of the Met Police Federation, says the Government should “get a grip” over confusing rules .
Coronavirus deaths in the UK have passed , after another lost their lives in the lowest daily death toll in four weeks.
Positive cases have also risen by 4, (to) , as Britain enters its sixth week of drastic lockdown measures.
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Despite the rules, people were seen making the most of the weather at the weekend Credit: London News Pictures
)
Our roads are getting busier as Brits grow restless. in coronavirus lockdown Credit: London News Pictures
Hyde Park was busy at the weekend as the mercury rose – desp ite lockdown rules Credit: PA: Press Association
(8) Police have been given new powers to fine people found breaching the rules
More than , people have now died with Covid – 100 in the UK’s hospitals CORONAVIRUS CRISIS – STAY IN THE KNOW
Don’t miss the latest news and figures – and essential advice for you and your family.
To receive the Sun’s Coronavirus newsletter in your inbox every tea time, sign up here .
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