Face masks for another year? Boris Johnson says UK will still face coronavirus fallout next summer

The Prime Minister this morning said he believes the UK will be ‘well past’ coronavirus by the middle of next year, but warned of ‘tough times’ ahead Boris Johnson suggested today that the UK would still be dealing with coronavirus next summer, just days after promising a return to ‘normality’ in time for Christmas. The … Read more

A coronavirus vaccine will NOT be available this year, World Health Organization warns

Hopes for a coronavirus vaccine before Christmas have been dashed by a World Health Organization expert.  Mike Ryan, head of WHO’s emergencies programme, said the first use of a Covid-19 vaccine cannot be expected until early 2021.  He noted that several vaccines are now in phase three trials and none have failed so far in … Read more

Cold sore sufferer, 37, praises £8.50 liquorice balm for clearing up her symptoms in DAYS

A cold sore sufferer who dreaded having the ‘conversation’ at the start of new relationships claims a balm made from liquorice has stopped them in their tracks. Nicola Freeman, 37, from Hampshire, who got her first cold sore aged 16, says at her worst, she had six large cold sores at the same time.  ‘My lips were … Read more

Magic of Christmas will be lost if Cinders doesn’t go to the ball

Sadly, there is a depressing prospect that Cinderella won’t go to the ball and the Prince won’t kiss his Sleeping Beauty at Christmas this year – if our theatres can’t get fully up and running very soon. And that would be a disaster. Not just for families but for the many regional theatres, which hold … Read more

Scientists line up to blast Boris Johnson’s aim of a return to pre-pandemic life by Christmas

Boris Johnson’s aim for a ‘significant return to normality’ by Christmas has been blasted by scientists. However, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said that Britons need a ‘sense of direction’.  The Prime Minister signalled another significant easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England on Friday, relaxing work-from-home guidance and paving the way for theatres and … Read more

What’s in store for Britain? Casinos and bowling alleys to open within a fortnight

What’s in store for Britain? Casinos and bowling alleys to open within a fortnight, wedding receptions for 30 people and hugs in time for Christmas (but nightclubs are staying shut) Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out optimistic vision to ditch social distancing Top scientists poured cold water on the idea life could soon return to … Read more

Government under fire for plans to get UK back to normal by Christmas

The UK’s chief scientist Sir Patrick Vallance today warned that Britain could need another national lockdown this winter just hours after Boris Johnson announced plans to try and get the country back to normal by Christmas. In signs of a growing rift between the PM and his top advisers, both Sir Patrick and chief medical … Read more

Government under fire for ‘phony’ plans to get UK back to normal by Christmas

Boris Johnson‘s plans to reopen Britain by the winter came under fire today from top scientists who fear it is too soon for Number 10 to ease any restrictions because the virus is still circulating and people becoming complacent could risk of a second wave.  The Prime Minister revealed today he is aiming for life … Read more

Casinos, bowling alleys, ice-rinks and leisure centres can reopen in August

Casinos, sports centres and casinos have been given the green light to reopen in August.   Boris Johnson today announced his blueprint for life in the UK to return to something close to normal by Christmas as he set out major relaxations of the lockdown.   The news comes as a shot in the arm to the leisure industry … Read more

Lidl pledges to open one new store per week between now and Christmas

Lidl pledges to open one new store per week between now and Christmas, creating up to 1,000 jobs By Tom Witherow For The Daily Mail Published: 23:27 BST, 14 July 2020 | Updated: 23:27 BST, 14 July 2020 Lidl will open one new store per week between now and Christmas, creating up to 1,000 jobs, … Read more