People in England ‘expected’ to wear masks after COVID curbs lifted

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PHILLIP Schofield got a scolding from his This Morning bosses after joking he was still Covid positive - despite being back at work. The presenter returned to the daytime sofa after coronavirus forced him to isolate for a week.

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SURPRISE, Ariz. - Police in Surprise say they arrested a man after he stabbed his girlfriend multiple times during an argument over homework.According to court documents, 27-year-old Raymond Maltos was arrested on Feb.

coronavirus restrictions may end in just two weeks time.Opening Prime Minister’s Questions, Mr Johnson said: “It is my intention to return on the first day after the half-term recess to present our strategy for living with Covid.“Provided the current encouraging trends in the data continue, it is my expectation that we will be able to end the last domestic restrictions – including the legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive – a full month early.”Mr Johnson indicated that as long as the data remained positive, the legal duty to self-isolate would be lifted a whole month earlier than planned.The plan was for self-isolation regulations to expire on March 24., but the announcement means the law could axed on around as early as Thursday 24 February.Mr Johnson's announcement comes as a leading expert believes the UK is “past the point” where vaccinating young, healthy children against Covid-19 will do any good.Paul Hunter, professor of medicine from the University of East Anglia, said most children have already had coronavirus, with the vast majority not falling seriously ill.Prof Hunter told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme infection rates in children are “falling really quickly at the moment”, adding: “So I think in many ways we’re past the point where vaccines are actually going to make much difference.”This is a breaking news story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest updates. Reporters working on dailystar.co.uk will be working to source the latest information, reaction, pictures and video related to this story.

More European countries could scrap tests for fully vaccinated arrivals in the coming days, according to reports.

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PHILADELPHIA - Police say they made an arrest in a carjacking that led to a wild pursuit Tuesday evening. The incident happened Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. when police responded to report of a man following his Mercedes Benz sedan that was stolen during a carjacking at gun point about a week ago. Police were able to catch up to the vehicle which was on the 4000 block of Aramingo Avenue. When police attempted to stop the stolen Mercedes Benz, the driver took off at a high rate of speed and refused to stop, according to officials. Officers continued their pursuit until the driver of that stolen vehicle got to the 4500 block of Richmond Street when the vehicle crashed, rear-ending a parked and unattended vehicle. At this point, the driver got out of the stolen vehicle and attempted to flee on foot.

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COVID-19 rapid antigen tests at grocery stores, pharmacies and other settings.A government source with knowledge of the plan told The Canadian Press that Health Minister Christine Elliott will announce more details on Wednesday.The source said there will be a limit of one box of five tests per household per visit, though some stores might have different processes.Ontario provided free rapid antigen test kits at malls and liquor stores in December ahead of the holidays.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police confirmed the arrest of the main suspect wanted in connection with the attempted shooting of an ambulance driver on the 27th of January opposite the Panadura Base Hospital.Sri Lanka Police said 8 grams of heroin was seized from the possession of the 32-year-old suspect from Kuruppumulla on Tuesday (8) night.Detectives are planning on obtaining a detention order to detain and interrogate the suspect, after producing him to the Panadura Magistrate’s Court.Sri Lanka Police on Tuesday (8) also arrested a 51-year-old man in connection to the attempted shooting of an ambulance driver in Panadura, on the 27th of January 2022.The suspect was identified as the assistant to the ambulance driver who was the main target of the shooters.On Independence Day (4), the Kalutara Crimes Division arrested the ambulance driver who was the target of gunmen in Panadura.Sri Lanka Police said the ambulance driver was transferring an expectant mother to the Panadura Hospital when several people chased after him on four motorcycles and opened fire at him.However, the weapon used by the gunman had jammed.Police said the ambulance driver was arrested after it was revealed that he was transporting Heroin at the time of the incident.According to Police, the person who was driving the motorcycle and the person who assisted in the shooting were also arrested.The assistant to the ambulance driver had confessed to police that the ambulance was used to transport drugs on several occasions.In addition, another man was arrested from Panadura on Tuesday (8) for spying on the ambulance driver.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Colombo Additional Magistrate Rajindra Jayasuriya on Wednesday (9) ordered to release of a Church worker, who was detained over the discovery of a hand grenade from All Saint’s Church in Borella.On the 2nd of February, the Additional Magistrate ordered to release of three other workers connected to the incident.Accordingly, all four church workers who were arrested and detained over the incident, have been released.Sri Lanka’s Attorney General had recommended that they be released given the fact that they were not involved in the incident.A week ago, Deputy Solicitor General Dileepa Peiris informed the court that it was revealed that the three other workers were not connected to the incident in any way, and the Attorney General had advised to release them.

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face masks could remain mandatory for people in Scotland until Christmas.John Swinney was asked if the rules around coverings implemented during the height of the first wave of the covid pandemic could stay in place until December, he replied "that's perfectly conceivable". During a Scottish Government announcement yesterday on the latest lockdown situation in Scotland Nicola Sturgeon said mask rules would remain passed ' Freedom Day ' on August 9.

covid pandemic could stay in place until December, he replied "that's perfectly conceivable". During a Scottish Government announcement yesterday on the latest lockdown situation in Scotland Nicola Sturgeon said mask rules would remain passed ' Freedom Day ' on August 9.

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First Minister addressed MSPs at virtual meeting at Holyrood on whether the country was ready to be placed at Level 0 from Monday, July 19.During the announcement the SNP said face masks would remain in place for "some time to come" which is in conflict with what the Prime Minister Boris Johnson said would happen in England.Over the last 24 hours 2,529 people have tested positive for the deadly virus in Scotland.In that same time period four Scots have passed away, it means that 7,761 people have died after returning a positive test since March last year.

COVID passports’ when the UK’s coronavirus restrictions lift next week.From July 19, all restrictions on social distancing and capacity limits for live shows will be removed as the country enters the fourth and final stage of its route out of lockdown.Ahead of the reopening, new Health Secretary Sajid Javid encouraged organisers of events and nightclub owners to put their own plans in place to ensure that only revellers who have been vaccinated or can present proof of a recent negative test be admitted entry.At a Downing Street press conference, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “As a matter of social responsibility we’re urging nightclubs and other venues with large crowds to make use of the NHS COVID pass, which shows proof of

First Minister will address MSPs at Holyrood on whether the country is ready to be placed at Level 0 from Monday. Such a move would mean Scots will be living with covid rules like social distancing longer than people in England, after Boris Johnson last night confirmed his intention to scrap all legal restrictions south of the Border from July 19.

First Minister will address MSPs at Holyrood on whether the country is ready to be placed at Level 0 from Monday. Such a move would mean Scots will be living with covid rules like social distancing longer than people in England, after Boris Johnson last night confirmed his intention to scrap all legal restrictions south of the Border from July 19.

COVID-19 cases in the last few weeks. The country will formally drop nearly all restrictions, including mandatory masks in public places and restrictions on public events, by July 19, U.K.

two-thirds of adults with a second dose by July 19. Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his government have been reluctant to keep restrictions in place any longer, provided the data support it.

Boris Johnson has been accused of playing “fast and loose” with public health after announcing an end to rules on face coverings in England from next week. The Prime Minister urged caution as he announced the lifting of lockdown measures in England from 19 July but caused confusion by dropping the mandatory use of face masks.

coronavirus lockdown restrictions across England will go ahead on July 19.The move means that all social distancing rules and limits on social contact will be removed, paving the way for festivals and indoor concerts to go ahead and for nightclubs to reopen.As part of the move, businesses and large events organisers will be encouraged to use so-called “COVID passports” – proof of double-vaccination, negative test or recovery from coronavirus – in “high-risk” settings in order to limit the spread of infections in venues.Prime Minister Boris Johnson also today (July 12) encouraged businesses to use the NHS app or an emailed test result as a guidance for entry.The move has been welcomed across the music industry.

British health minister Sajid Javid urged people to show caution when nearly all the remaining Covid-19 restrictions are lifted in England next week, saying an increase in cases underlined that the pandemic was by no means over.

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!Plans are reportedly underway to introduce Covid passports for those wishing to enter England's pubs, clubs and restaurants.After the Prime Minister Boris Johnson previously appeared to back the idea in March it was eventually ditched and focus moved primarily for certificates to be used for international travel.However with a possible fourth wave in the Autumn on the horizon and a marked drop in the take-up of vaccines by young people Covid passports are once again up for consideration.Experts hope that if the public were required to prove they were fully vaccinated to enter pubs and restaurants then more young people would be motivated to get jabbed.Around 100,000 jabs are being given

FUBAR Radio, she said of the Prime Minister: "I think he's going to let it all go and it's going to peak again."And I just hope that he doesn't try and lock us all down again.That's the last thing we want isn't it.'"I do think that we should be opening up, but I think we should keep the masks on, if we can. Because that's no real trouble to anyone, is it really?"Public transport, absolutely one hundred per cent.

Covid survivor Linda Lusardi says Boris Johnson is making a big mistake by lifting all restrictions later this month.

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NME about what COVID safety measures music fans in England can expect from the ‘freedom day’ of July 19 onwards.Yesterday (July 5) saw Prime Minister Boris Johnson announce details for the fourth and final stage of easing restrictions in England, which is set to be confirmed next Monday (July 12) after a data review. It was originally scheduled for June 21, but was delayed to allow for an increase in coronavirus vaccinations in order to help tackle new variants of the disease.The final phase will remove all current legal limitations, including the requirements to wear face coverings and socially distance, as well as the number of people permitted at gatherings.

Boris Johnson announced his plans to end nearly all restrictions in England. Prof Whitty also said he would be “surprised” if there was a return to a pre-pandemic normality before spring, as he predicted a “difficult winter”.

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We will bring you all the latest news by following our live blog below.Tougher sentences should be imposed on those who deliberately spit, cough or sneeze on police in a bid to infect them with Covid-19, the body which represents rank and file officers has insisted.The Scottish Police Federation (SPF) branded such incidents as being "disgusting and unpleasant" - and said that the coronavirus pandemic meant they brought a "new level of risk".However, Caroline Macnaughton, the SPF's north area deputy secretary, said that "too often people convicted of such incidents don't get the sentence they deserve".She spoke out as the justice and social affairs magazine 1919 reported there were at least 13 incidents of people deliberately coughing,

Piers Morgan has caused controversy once again, this time by comparing the impact of Covid deaths to the deaths caused by the Nazis.

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Piers Morgan took to Twitter and hit out at Boris Johnson's plans to lift restrictions as the UK has seen a spike in coronavirus cases.The former Good Morning Britain star shared his fury at the UK government's latest decision.At the Downing Street press conference today, the Prime Minister made the announcement about the final easing of lockdown measures in England.Due to a rise in Covid cases and the need for more people to be vaccinated, the date for easing remain lockdown restrictions was delayed until at least July 19.In two weeks in England, the coronavirus restrictions will be lifted after 16 months in lockdown.Taking to Twitter, Piers lashed out at Boris for taking a "massive gamble" during the pandemic, as he claimed that the Prime

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has set out plans for the final step in easing England's Covid-19 lockdown, including the removal of laws governing social distancing and face coverings, and an end to official advice to work from home.

the government’s proposed full easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England from July 19.Prime Minister Boris Johnson today (July 5) announced details for the fourth and final stage of unlocking in England later this month, which is set to be confirmed next Monday (July 5) after a data review. It was originally scheduled for June 21 but was delayed.The final phase will remove all current legal limitations, including the requirement to wear face coverings and socially distance, as well as the number of people meeting.

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Boris Johnson is set to outline the final easing of England’s coronavirus lockdown later today (July 5).The fourth and final stage of the UK’s Government’s ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown has already been delayed from June 21, with a new date of July 19 now in place for the relaxation of the majority of the remaining lockdown rules.As BBC News reports, the use of face masks in public places is set to be downgraded from mandatory to voluntary in England, while the 1m-plus social distancing rule and QR code sign-ins at restaurants, pubs and venues are among the measures expected to be scrapped from July 19.The final decision on lockdown easing is set to be made by Johnson on July 12 and will hinge on the government’s “four tests” – the vaccination

Boris Johnson is expected to unveil plans Monday to scrap mandatory mask-wearing and social distancing in England in two weeks’ time, despite surging coronavirus infections driven by the highly contagious delta variant.Johnson said he would set out how the country would “learn to live with this virus” — a major shift in tone from a leader who has previously painted COVID-19 as an enemy to be vanquished.Before a televised news conference on Monday afternoon, Johnson signaled that mandatory measures would be replaced by personal choice after July 19, the date dubbed “freedom day” by Britain’s populist press.

London: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will set out plans on Monday for the final step in easing England's COVID-19 lockdown, including guidance on social distancing, face coverings and working from home.

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wearing masks, a government minister said Sunday as the nation waits for U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson to announce plans for easing COVID-19 measures.Johnson is expected in the next few days to update England on “freedom day” — the plan to scrap the remaining restrictions on business and social interaction on July 19.