Compulsory face-covering measures should be introduced to ‘all areas’ where social distancing is not possible, the British Medical Association said today. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced last night that wearing a covering will be mandatory on public transport in England from June 15 – meaning commuters would be fined £80 for not wearing one. However, … Read more
Face coverings are to be made compulsory on public transport from June 15 to help quell coronavirus, Grant Shapps announced tonight. The Transport Secretary unveiled the news at the Downing Street briefing this evening, saying makeshift masks can play a part in reducing the spread. Mr Shapps said the ‘challenges’ for the network were ‘increasing’ … Read more
Scottish government is encouraging taxpayer-funded bodies in Scotland to take advantage of a ‘loophole’ in Treasury rules to furlough public sector workers Hundreds working for arts organisations taken out of work on programme SNP administration encouraged ‘cultural organisations’ to bid for cash In rules for those whose ‘public funding only forms part of their income … Read more
Nicola Sturgeon today accused England of under-reporting care home deaths as she swiped at Boris Johnson for easing lockdown too early. The Scottish First Minister said the apparent higher proportion of victims in care homes north of the border was due to the way they are recorded. She insisted that people who died of stroke … Read more
Scots have been making the most of scorching temperatures by inviting up to eight people from one other household over for a barbecue – but anyone south of the border can’t to join them. Earlier this week Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon revealed gatherings of up to eight people would be allowed from Friday, May … Read more
Boris Johnson has chosen ‘political interest ahead of the public interest’ by refusing to sack Dominic Cummings says Scotland’s Nicola Sturgeon (who tried to resist sacking her own lockdown-busting adviser) She accused Mr Johnson of jeopardising public health messaging over adviser Scotland’s ex-top medic breached guidance with two visits to her second home She was … Read more
Nicola Sturgeon says Scots could be able to have neighbours round for a BBQ and play tennis from next weekend – but insists people should stay home as much as possible Nicola Sturgeon has unveiled the Scottish ‘road map’ for easing the coronavirus lockdown from May 28 Sunbathing and more outdoor exercise, including sports will … Read more
Anyone over the age of five in the UK with coronavirus symptoms can now apply for a test, Matt Hancock announced today. The Health Secretary revealed checks will would be available at the drive-in centres or through mobile screening and could be booked online – although it is far from clear whether there will be capacity … Read more
Nicola Sturgeon says Scotland could start taking ‘concrete steps’ to ease lockdown at the end of the month despite admitting coronavirus has ‘not gone away’ – as she says everyone over the age of five with symptoms can now apply for a test Nicola Sturgeon says lockdown could start easing in Scotland from end of … Read more
Even lockdown can’t ruffle Nicola Sturgeon’s perfect crop: How Scotland’s First Minister has been cutting her own DIY-coloured locks with guidance from a Zoom hairdresser and ‘proper scissors’ Nicola Sturgeon, 49, has been showcasing her trademark locks over lockdown Hairdresser Julie McGuire has revealed she has been guiding her over Zoom Scotland’s First Minister has … Read more