news--2020-06-01--George Floyd protests: Trump rushed to White House bunker and Secret Service personnel injured

Donald Trump was rushed to a White House bunker and dozens of Secret Service personnel were hurt during protests against the death of George Floyd .
The US president is believed to have spent almost an hour being sheltered in the bunker , designed for use in emergencies such as terrorist attacks , as violent demonstrations raged in Washington , including outside the White House , and across US cities .
The Secret Service said that 60 of its officers and special agents `` sustained multiple injuries '' from projectiles such as `` bricks , rocks , bottles , fireworks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ night and Sunday morning .
In a statement posted on Twitter , it also said that some of its staff were `` physically assaulted as they were kicked , punched , and exposed to bodily fluids '' .
`` A total of 11 injured employees were transported to a local hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries '' , it said .
It also revealed that `` some demonstrators repeatedly attempted to knock over security barriers '' and vandalised six of its vehicles .
But it added : `` No individuals crossed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protectees were ever in any danger .
`` The Secret Service respects the right to assemble , and we ask that individuals do so peacefully for the safety of all . ''
Mr Floyd , 46 , died after a white former police officer was filmed kneeling on his neck for almost nine minutes during his arrest in Minneapolis for allegedly using a fake $ 20 note in a shop .
The protests outside the White House sparked one of the highest alerts on the US president 's residence since the September 11 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stun grenades into a large crowd - which ignored coronavirus social distancing measures - protesting across the street from the White House in Lafayette Park .
People ran away and piled up road signs and plastic barriers to light a fire in a nearby street , with some pulling down an American flag from a building and throwing it into the blaze .
Mr Trump was left rattled by the scenes , according to a Republican close to the White House , who was not authorised to publicly discuss it , speaking on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confirmed by an administration official who also spoke on condition of anonymity .
It is not clear if the US first lady , Melania Trump , was also inside the bunker , or the couple 's 14-year-old son , Barron , but Secret Service protocol would have called for all those under the agency 's protection to be in the underground shelter .
Curfews were enforced in Minneapolis and elsewhere , including Atlanta , Chicago , Denver , Los Angeles , San Francisco and Seattle , and thousands of National Guard soldiers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the protests .
In Indianapolis , two people were reportedly killed during violence , adding to deaths reported in Detroit and Minneapolis in recent days .
In tweets on Sunday , Mr Trump blamed anarchists and the media for fuelling violence , and Attorney General William Barr pointed the finger at `` far left extremist '' groups .
: : Listen to Divided States on Apple podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , and Spreaker In Minneapolis , a tanker truck driver was arrested after driving into a huge crowd of demonstrators , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Over the weekend , the protests spread to Europe , as thousands of people gathered in central London and made their way to the US Embassy .
The former police officer involved in the incident , Derek Chauvin , who has been sacked , has now been charged with third-degree murder .
Three other officers were also fired , but have yet to be charged .

Donald Trump was rushed to a White House bunker and dozens of Secret Service personnel were hurt during protests against the death of George Floyd.
The US president is believed to have spent almost an hour being sheltered in the bunker, designed for use in emergencies such as terrorist attacks, as violent demonstrations raged in Washington, including outside the White House, and across US cities.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:52 Clashes outside the White House
The Secret Service said that 60 of its officers and special agents "sustained multiple injuries" from projectiles such as "bricks, rocks, bottles, fireworks and other items", between Friday night and Sunday morning.
In a statement posted on Twitter, it also said that some of its staff were "physically assaulted as they were kicked, punched, and exposed to bodily fluids".
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"A total of 11 injured employees were transported to a local hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries", it said.
It also revealed that "some demonstrators repeatedly attempted to knock over security barriers" and vandalised six of its vehicles.
But it added: "No individuals crossed the White House Fence and no Secret Service protectees were ever in any danger.
Image: SWAT personnel protect the White House
"The Secret Service respects the right to assemble, and we ask that individuals do so peacefully for the safety of all."
Mr Floyd, 46, died after a white former police officer was filmed kneeling on his neck for almost nine minutes during his arrest in Minneapolis for allegedly using a fake $20 note in a shop.
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The protests outside the White House sparked one of the highest alerts on the US president's residence since the September 11 attacks.
Police fired tear gas and stun grenades into a large crowd - which ignored coronavirus social distancing measures - protesting across the street from the White House in Lafayette Park.
Image: An American flag was burned during a protest near the White House
People ran away and piled up road signs and plastic barriers to light a fire in a nearby street, with some pulling down an American flag from a building and throwing it into the blaze.
Mr Trump was left rattled by the scenes, according to a Republican close to the White House, who was not authorised to publicly discuss it, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Their account was confirmed by an administration official who also spoke on condition of anonymity.
It is not clear if the US first lady, Melania Trump, was also inside the bunker, or the couple's 14-year-old son, Barron, but Secret Service protocol would have called for all those under the agency's protection to be in the underground shelter.
Image: The protests sparked one of the highest alerts at the White House since 9/11
Curfews were enforced in Minneapolis and elsewhere, including Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle, and thousands of National Guard soldiers and airmen were brought in to deal with the protests.
In Indianapolis, two people were reportedly killed during violence, adding to deaths reported in Detroit and Minneapolis in recent days.
In tweets on Sunday, Mr Trump blamed anarchists and the media for fuelling violence, and Attorney General William Barr pointed the finger at "far left extremist" groups.
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Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:28 Truck drives through crowd amid US protests
In Minneapolis, a tanker truck driver was arrested after driving into a huge crowd of demonstrators, none of whom appeared to be injured.
Image: Protests took place in London over the weekend
Image: Protests spread to London where demonstrators made their way to the US Embassy
Over the weekend, the protests spread to Europe, as thousands of people gathered in central London and made their way to the US Embassy.
The former police officer involved in the incident, Derek Chauvin, who has been sacked, has now been charged with third-degree murder.
Three other officers were also fired, but have yet to be charged.


news--2020-06-01--Coronavirus: Business secretary defends 14-day quarantine plan as opposition grows

The Business secretary has defended the government 's planned 14-day quarantine for arrivals into the UK in the face of growing opposition , telling Sky News that a range of exemptions have already been made to help companies .
Alok Sharma said public health had to be the priority as the controversial measure prepares to kick in from 8 June , despite critics warning it will be unenforceable and damage recovery from the COVID-19 shock to the economy .
He was speaking hours after it emerged that more than 200 travel and hospitality businesses had now joined a campaign urging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ endorsed a letter , sent to the Home Secretary Priti Patel last week by 75 bosses , which accused the government of a `` poorly thought-out move '' that would harm , in particular , a travel sector that is already cutting tens of thousands of jobs .
Firms which support the campaign include London hotels the Ritz and the Dorchester , travel firms Kuoni and Inghams , and chef Jason Atherton .
George Morgan-Grenville , chief executive of tour operator Red Savannah , who is leading it , said : `` This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bosses complaining , but employees from bottom to top calling for the quarantine plans to be quashed .
`` The extent of their pain is deeply worrying for our economy and our country . ''
People entering the UK from 8 June face a two-week isolation , with the threat of a £1,000 fine for those who breach the rules .
The restrictions are aimed at preventing a second peak of the disease being introduced by travellers .
The campaigners have called for so-called air bridges to be created which enable people to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ countries where the risk of being infected by coronavirus is deemed to be low .
In his interview on Sky News , Mr Sharma said he was having conversations `` every day '' with businesses .
`` They all recognise that we have to make sure that we are taking care of the health of the nation , and that ultimately is what will lead to preserving the health of the economy , '' he said .
`` I think what is right is to make sure we approach all of this in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is going to be a three-week rolling review of the quarantine measures . ''
Mr Sharma added : `` There are a whole range of exemptions that have been published , and that includes for road hauliers , it includes for people who are coming to fix critical infrastructure , critical machinery , and that 's what businesses want to see . ''

The Business secretary has defended the government's planned 14-day quarantine for arrivals into the UK in the face of growing opposition, telling Sky News that a range of exemptions have already been made to help companies.
Alok Sharma said public health had to be the priority as the controversial measure prepares to kick in from 8 June, despite critics warning it will be unenforceable and damage recovery from the COVID-19 shock to the economy.
He was speaking hours after it emerged that more than 200 travel and hospitality businesses had now joined a campaign urging ministers to scrap the scheme.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 11:27 Business secretary: 'This is a sensitive time'
They endorsed a letter, sent to the Home Secretary Priti Patel last week by 75 bosses, which accused the government of a "poorly thought-out move" that would harm, in particular, a travel sector that is already cutting tens of thousands of jobs.
Firms which support the campaign include London hotels the Ritz and the Dorchester, travel firms Kuoni and Inghams, and chef Jason Atherton.
George Morgan-Grenville, chief executive of tour operator Red Savannah, who is leading it, said: "This is not just a group of company bosses complaining, but employees from bottom to top calling for the quarantine plans to be quashed.
"The extent of their pain is deeply worrying for our economy and our country."
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 0:53 Coronavirus travel quarantine 'a terrible idea'
People entering the UK from 8 June face a two-week isolation, with the threat of a £1,000 fine for those who breach the rules.
The restrictions are aimed at preventing a second peak of the disease being introduced by travellers.
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The campaigners have called for so-called air bridges to be created which enable people to travel - without being quarantined - between countries where the risk of being infected by coronavirus is deemed to be low.
In his interview on Sky News, Mr Sharma said he was having conversations "every day" with businesses.
"They all recognise that we have to make sure that we are taking care of the health of the nation, and that ultimately is what will lead to preserving the health of the economy," he said.
"I think what is right is to make sure we approach all of this in a really cautious way.
"There is going to be a three-week rolling review of the quarantine measures."
Mr Sharma added: "There are a whole range of exemptions that have been published, and that includes for road hauliers, it includes for people who are coming to fix critical infrastructure, critical machinery, and that's what businesses want to see."


news--2020-06-01--UK weather: England records driest ever May as moorland burns in Lancashire

England has had its driest May on record and the UK had its sunniest calendar month - but there are warnings for those out enjoying the weather after moorland caught fire in Lancashire .
According to Met Office statistics , May 2020 was the sunniest calendar month on record , with 266 hours of sunshine .
It beat June 1957 , when there was 265 hours of sun .
The Met Office also said England had its driest May on record - and for Wales it was the second driest .
The heat and lack of rain has created the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and firefighters are pleading with people to take care .
It has also been the eighth warmest spring on record for the UK , with both England and Wales having their fifth warmest spring on record , while it has been the fifth driest spring for the UK overall .
Dr Mark McCarthy , the head of the Met Office 's National Climate Information Centre , said : `` The most remarkable aspect is just how much some of the May and Spring records for these climate statistics have been exceeded .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ one thing , but exceeding by over 70 hours is truly exceptional . ''
He added : `` The sunshine figures for spring would even be extremely unusual for summer and only three summers would beat spring 2020 for sunshine hours . ''
Dr McCarthy said the principal reason for the dry and sunny weather is the `` extended period of high pressure which has been centred over or close to the UK '' .
Last week , water companies said that customers have been turning on the taps more than usual .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ gardening and DIY during the coronavirus lockdown had contributed to an additional 14 % being used .
Water UK chief executive Christine McGourty said : `` These are exceptional times and the record-breaking dry weather is a powerful reminder of what a precious , natural resource our water is .
`` With so many people at home and enjoying their gardens , water companies are seeing record demand for water , which can cause issues with water pressure . ''
At the weekend , crowds surged to England 's beaches and beauty spots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have said temperatures will drop in the second half of this week , with some rain forecast in places - but conditions will continue to remain pleasant for most of the country .
Lockdown restrictions were eased on Monday , with more children returning to school in England and the elderly and most vulnerable able to see loved ones .
It was also a busy day for firefighters in Lancashire , where the hot and dry weather created the `` perfect '' conditions for flames to engulf areas of moorland .
Two major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - where 120 firefighters are tackling moorland fires that were either deliberately started or caused by discarded BBQs .
Four square-kilometres of land is still burning on Darwen Moor near Blackburn and another major fire is now under control at Longridge Fell , where miles of forest have been destroyed .
Lancashire Chief Fire Officer Justin Johnston told Sky News : `` The dry conditions are just perfect for this and very sadly they are entirely avoidable .
`` I 'd just say to people please think about what you are doing and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ particularly when we are all dealing with a pandemic .
`` By all means get out and enjoy the countryside but do n't light fires and do n't bring BBQs up on the moors . ''
Videos shared on social media showing people fires in local parks have been passed onto Lancashire Police for investigation .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker We 're getting used to new weather records being set .
It was already the sunniest spring since records began @ @ @ @ @ @ @ May for 124 years .
And flooding was widespread in February - the wettest February on record .
Farmers are already forecasting a severe impact on their crops .
But it 's a pattern of extremes that 's likely to become the norm .
In a world that is getting warmer climate change will mean the country experiences more and more extreme weather .
It 's predicted that if global temperatures continue to climb , by 2050 heatwaves could happen every other year and will likely become more intense and last longer .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a greater chance of milder , wetter winters and hotter , drier summers .
You might think coronavirus lockdown will have resulted in a decrease in emissions and you 'd be right .
But in the grand scheme of things , this will have zero long term impact on climate change .
Human emissions of greenhouse gases have already led to a rise in global temperature of more than 1C ( 33.8F ) The urgency remains to find long term global climate change commitments that have a significant impact on or planet .

England has had its driest May on record and the UK had its sunniest calendar month - but there are warnings for those out enjoying the weather after moorland caught fire in Lancashire.
According to Met Office statistics, May 2020 was the sunniest calendar month on record, with 266 hours of sunshine.
It beat June 1957, when there was 265 hours of sun.
The Met Office also said England had its driest May on record - and for Wales it was the second driest.
The heat and lack of rain has created the "perfect" conditions for grass fires, and firefighters are pleading with people to take care.
Image: England has had its driest May on record
Image: People took the opportunity to sunbathe on Brighton beach on Sunday
It has also been the eighth warmest spring on record for the UK, with both England and Wales having their fifth warmest spring on record, while it has been the fifth driest spring for the UK overall.
Dr Mark McCarthy, the head of the Met Office's National Climate Information Centre, said: "The most remarkable aspect is just how much some of the May and Spring records for these climate statistics have been exceeded.
"Exceeding the UK sunshine record is one thing, but exceeding by over 70 hours is truly exceptional."
He added: "The sunshine figures for spring would even be extremely unusual for summer and only three summers would beat spring 2020 for sunshine hours."
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Dr McCarthy said the principal reason for the dry and sunny weather is the "extended period of high pressure which has been centred over or close to the UK".
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:14 People enjoy the sunshine in the South East
Last week, water companies said that customers have been turning on the taps more than usual.
South East Water said people doing extra gardening and DIY during the coronavirus lockdown had contributed to an additional 14% being used.
Water UK chief executive Christine McGourty said: "These are exceptional times and the record-breaking dry weather is a powerful reminder of what a precious, natural resource our water is.
"With so many people at home and enjoying their gardens, water companies are seeing record demand for water, which can cause issues with water pressure."
Image: Crowds of people flocked to beaches and beauty spots across the UK over the weekend
At the weekend, crowds surged to England's beaches and beauty spots to soak up the sun.
Forecasters have said temperatures will drop in the second half of this week, with some rain forecast in places - but conditions will continue to remain pleasant for most of the country.
Lockdown restrictions were eased on Monday, with more children returning to school in England and the elderly and most vulnerable able to see loved ones.
It was also a busy day for firefighters in Lancashire, where the hot and dry weather created the "perfect" conditions for flames to engulf areas of moorland.
Image: People are being warned against lighting naked flames on the moor
Two major incidents have been declared in the county - where 120 firefighters are tackling moorland fires that were either deliberately started or caused by discarded BBQs.
Four square-kilometres of land is still burning on Darwen Moor near Blackburn and another major fire is now under control at Longridge Fell, where miles of forest have been destroyed.
Image: Fire fighters are putting fires out at Darwen Moor. Pic: Lancashire Fire and Rescue
Image: Two major incidents have been declared on Darwen Moor
Lancashire Chief Fire Officer Justin Johnston told Sky News: "The dry conditions are just perfect for this and very sadly they are entirely avoidable.
"I'd just say to people please think about what you are doing and the implications these kinds of incidents cause particularly when we are all dealing with a pandemic.
"By all means get out and enjoy the countryside but don't light fires and don't bring BBQs up on the moors."
Videos shared on social media showing people fires in local parks have been passed onto Lancashire Police for investigation.
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Analysis by Lisa Holland, climate change correspondent
We're getting used to new weather records being set.
It was already the sunniest spring since records began.
Now May 2020 is the driest May for 124 years.
And flooding was widespread in February - the wettest February on record.
Farmers are already forecasting a severe impact on their crops. But it's a pattern of extremes that's likely to become the norm.
In a world that is getting warmer climate change will mean the country experiences more and more extreme weather.
It's predicted that if global temperatures continue to climb, by 2050 heatwaves could happen every other year and will likely become more intense and last longer.
If emissions continue to increase there is a greater chance of milder, wetter winters and hotter, drier summers.
You might think coronavirus lockdown will have resulted in a decrease in emissions and you'd be right. But in the grand scheme of things, this will have zero long term impact on climate change.
Human emissions of greenhouse gases have already led to a rise in global temperature of more than 1C (33.8F)
The urgency remains to find long term global climate change commitments that have a significant impact on or planet.


news--2020-06-01--Coronation Street to resume filming next week - but no kissing or older actors allowed

Coronation Street stars will return to the famous cobbles for filming next week , bosses at the soap have announced - but there 'll be no kissing and no older or vulnerable cast members on set at first .
After an enforced break in production due to the coronavirus pandemic , lockdown measures are slowly being lifted for Weatherfield .
Filming at the Coronation Street studios in Trafford , Greater Manchester , is due to start on Tuesday next week , with social distancing measures in place , make-up and costume staff working remotely , and cast and crew members @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Actors `` who are over the age of 70 or have an underlying health condition wo n't be on set in the initial period of filming '' , says broadcaster ITV .
Those who fall into a clinically vulnerable category will `` follow an individual risk assessment process , which will enable them to return to work if it is safe for them to do so '' .
And star Andrew Whyment , who plays Kirk Sutherland , says `` there definitely will be no kissing scenes '' .
It follows similar safety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where filming resumed at the beginning of May .
And EastEnders is set to follow suit , with plans for filming to resume at the end of June .
Series producer Iain MacLeod says that despite the pandemic , Corrie 's trademark humour will still be intact .
`` We are really pleased to be able to resume making the nation 's favourite soap at a time when people need the reassurance of their regular Corrie fix more than ever , '' he said .
`` Safety remains our number one priority and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ challenges still facing us and the nation as a whole .
`` However , I can assure viewers that Corrie 's ever-present humour and brilliant storytelling will be there in abundance in the episodes due to begin filming next week and beyond . ''
: : Listen to the Backstage podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker The number of Coronation Street episodes to air will continue to be fewer than before the pandemic , at three a week initially .
ITV says the return to filming now will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 60th anniversary in December , stays on air in July , after spreading episodes out to ensure they did not run out .
ITV 's managing director of continuing drama John Whiston said : `` I 'm sure our audience will appreciate having the show they love continue on air .
`` For many who have written in , it is a vital escape from all the fears and stresses this virus brings in its wake . ''
Bosses have previously said that the pandemic will feature in future episodes but will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than dominating storylines .

Coronation Street stars will return to the famous cobbles for filming next week, bosses at the soap have announced - but there'll be no kissing and no older or vulnerable cast members on set at first.
After an enforced break in production due to the coronavirus pandemic, lockdown measures are slowly being lifted for Weatherfield.
Filming at the Coronation Street studios in Trafford, Greater Manchester, is due to start on Tuesday next week, with social distancing measures in place, make-up and costume staff working remotely, and cast and crew members having their temperatures checked every day.
Image: Andy Whyment, who plays Kirk, says there will be no kissing on the cobbles. Pic: ITV
Actors "who are over the age of 70 or have an underlying health condition won't be on set in the initial period of filming", says broadcaster ITV.
Older cast members include William Roache (Ken Barlow), Barbara Knox (Rita Tanner) and Maureen Lipman (Evelyn Plummer).
Those who fall into a clinically vulnerable category will "follow an individual risk assessment process, which will enable them to return to work if it is safe for them to do so".
And star Andrew Whyment, who plays Kirk Sutherland, says "there definitely will be no kissing scenes".
It follows similar safety measures announced by Australian soap Neighbours, where filming resumed at the beginning of May.
And EastEnders is set to follow suit, with plans for filming to resume at the end of June.
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Image: How long will it be before the residents of Weatherfield are back in the Rovers?
Series producer Iain MacLeod says that despite the pandemic, Corrie's trademark humour will still be intact.
"We are really pleased to be able to resume making the nation's favourite soap at a time when people need the reassurance of their regular Corrie fix more than ever," he said.
"Safety remains our number one priority and we are under no illusions about the challenges still facing us and the nation as a whole.
"However, I can assure viewers that Corrie's ever-present humour and brilliant storytelling will be there in abundance in the episodes due to begin filming next week and beyond."
Image: Coronation Street has been running for nearly 60 years
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The number of Coronation Street episodes to air will continue to be fewer than before the pandemic, at three a week initially.
ITV says the return to filming now will ensure the soap, which celebrates its 60th anniversary in December, stays on air in July, after spreading episodes out to ensure they did not run out.
ITV's managing director of continuing drama John Whiston said: "I'm sure our audience will appreciate having the show they love continue on air.
"For many who have written in, it is a vital escape from all the fears and stresses this virus brings in its wake."
Bosses have previously said that the pandemic will feature in future episodes but will be handled with a light touch, rather than dominating storylines.


news--2020-06-01--Coronavirus: Government's 14-day quarantine plan defended in face of growing Tory revolt

The business secretary has defended plans for a 14-day quarantine period for people arriving into the UK in the face of a growing revolt against the proposal among Conservative MPs .
An increasing number of senior Tories have spoken out against the plan over fears it could further harm the UK 's struggling aviation sector .
Airlines and the wider industry are already reeling from the global slump in air travel due to the coronavirus crisis .
The government plans to introduce the mandatory self-isolation period for overseas arrivals into the UK from 8 June .
Business Secretary Alok Sharma @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` protect the health of the nation '' as the level of COVID-19 infections within the UK continues to fall .
Businesses `` all recognise that we have to make sure we are taking care of the health of the nation and that ultimately is what will lead to preserving the health of the economy '' , the cabinet minister told Sky News ' Kay Burley @ Breakfast show .
He said there was a `` huge amount '' of government support available for businesses which the airline sector is able to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and coronavirus business interruption loans .
Mr Sharma added : `` We take scientific advice and that 's the basis on which we act .
`` Why we are introducing these measures now is because we have managed to get the R value [ of coronavirus infections ] under control . ''
The business secretary also highlighted how there will be a `` three-week rolling review '' of the quarantine measures .
Challenged as to why international Formula One teams have been given an exemption to the quarantine rules in order to race @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said there would be a `` range of exemptions '' for businesses .
This will include road hauliers , and those travelling to the UK to fix critical infrastructure or critical machinery , he added .
Sir Graham Brady , chairman of the 1922 committee of Conservative backbenchers , and former aviation minister Paul Maynard on Monday added to the pressure on the government over its quarantine plans .
Writing in the Daily Mail , they called for the government to boost air travel by establishing `` air bridges '' with 45 countries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quarantine measures .
`` While we are seeing other nations announce their intention to reopen their borders , the UK has appeared to turn the other way , declaring a 14-day quarantine for inbound passengers , '' the pair said .
`` If this is to be implemented , it must be in place for no longer than necessary .
`` This is important not only for the long-term impacts on our aviation and tourism sectors but its disproportionate effect on our position as a proud trading nation . ''
: : Listen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ podcasts , Google podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Former cabinet minister Theresa Villiers also backed the idea of exempting some countries .
She told the BBC that applying the quarantine measures in a `` blanket way across the board is an over-reaction '' .
And fellow Tory MP Huw Merriman , the chair of the House of Commons transport select committee , told the Daily Telegraph : `` I think it 's the wrong policy at this time and disproportionately impacts the economy .
`` We should ditch blanket quarantine and self-distancing on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ air bridges , compulsory PPE and temperature testing at airports . ''
Last week , Henry Smith , the Conservative chair of the Future of Aviation Group of MPs , said : `` The government should abandon quarantine as soon as possible .
`` If we were ever going to have a blanket quarantine policy , it should have come in two or three months ago - we should be coming out of it now , not going into it . ''
A number of other Tory MPs are reported to be opposed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This week from today to Thursday , Dermot Murnaghan will be hosting After The Pandemic : Our New World - a series of special live programmes about what our world will be like once the pandemic is over .
We 'll be joined by some of the biggest names from the worlds of culture , politics , economics , science and technology .
And you can take part too .
If you 'd like to be in our virtual audience - from your own home - and put questions to the experts , @ @ @ @

The business secretary has defended plans for a 14-day quarantine period for people arriving into the UK in the face of a growing revolt against the proposal among Conservative MPs.
An increasing number of senior Tories have spoken out against the plan over fears it could further harm the UK's struggling aviation sector.
Airlines and the wider industry are already reeling from the global slump in air travel due to the coronavirus crisis.
The government plans to introduce the mandatory self-isolation period for overseas arrivals into the UK from 8 June.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 11:27 Business secretary: 'This is a sensitive time'
Business Secretary Alok Sharma stressed the measure is being introduced to "protect the health of the nation" as the level of COVID-19 infections within the UK continues to fall.
Businesses "all recognise that we have to make sure we are taking care of the health of the nation and that ultimately is what will lead to preserving the health of the economy", the cabinet minister told Sky News' Kay Burley@Breakfast show.
He said there was a "huge amount" of government support available for businesses which the airline sector is able to take advantage of, including the furlough scheme and coronavirus business interruption loans.
Mr Sharma added: "We take scientific advice and that's the basis on which we act.
"Why we are introducing these measures now is because we have managed to get the R value [of coronavirus infections] under control."
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The business secretary also highlighted how there will be a "three-week rolling review" of the quarantine measures.
Challenged as to why international Formula One teams have been given an exemption to the quarantine rules in order to race at Silverstone this summer, Mr Sharma said there would be a "range of exemptions" for businesses.
This will include road hauliers, and those travelling to the UK to fix critical infrastructure or critical machinery, he added.
Sir Graham Brady, chairman of the 1922 committee of Conservative backbenchers, and former aviation minister Paul Maynard on Monday added to the pressure on the government over its quarantine plans.
Writing in the Daily Mail, they called for the government to boost air travel by establishing "air bridges" with 45 countries, which would be exempt from the quarantine measures.
"While we are seeing other nations announce their intention to reopen their borders, the UK has appeared to turn the other way, declaring a 14-day quarantine for inbound passengers," the pair said.
"If this is to be implemented, it must be in place for no longer than necessary.
"This is important not only for the long-term impacts on our aviation and tourism sectors but its disproportionate effect on our position as a proud trading nation."
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Former cabinet minister Theresa Villiers also backed the idea of exempting some countries.
She told the BBC that applying the quarantine measures in a "blanket way across the board is an over-reaction".
And fellow Tory MP Huw Merriman, the chair of the House of Commons transport select committee, told the Daily Telegraph: "I think it's the wrong policy at this time and disproportionately impacts the economy.
"We should ditch blanket quarantine and self-distancing on planes and have different measures such as air bridges, compulsory PPE and temperature testing at airports."
Last week, Henry Smith, the Conservative chair of the Future of Aviation Group of MPs, said: "The government should abandon quarantine as soon as possible.
"If we were ever going to have a blanket quarantine policy, it should have come in two or three months ago - we should be coming out of it now, not going into it."
A number of other Tory MPs are reported to be opposed to the government's quarantine plans.
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news--2020-06-01--Coronavirus: Packed beaches see government urged to ban people travelling more than five miles

People should be banned from travelling further than five miles after `` awful scenes '' on beaches in Dorset over the weekend , a council leader has said .
Three people were seriously injured after jumping into the sea from the limestone arch of Durdle Door on Saturday , with thousands having descended on coastal areas to enjoy the hot weather .
It came after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced last week that some of England 's coronavirus lockdown measures would be relaxed within days , allowing up to six people to meet outdoors .
But Councillor Vikki Slade , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Poole Council , suggested travel restrictions should be tightened in England to place it in line with Scotland and Wales .
She said she had witnessed people flouting social distancing rules in her district , with illegal parking , widespread barbecues and council staff being abused when going about their work .
: : Listen to Sophy Ridge on Sunday on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Cllr Slade also claimed that many of those on the beaches in her area had travelled from elsewhere .
`` Three weeks ago @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that people could travel wherever they liked as long as they did not stay out overnight , we discussed the possibility of limiting travel distance , '' she said .
`` We were told clearly that this was not possible . ''
Cllr Slade said the council had asked police for extra support in enforcing social distancing - but had been told `` we are policed by consent and that this is not practical '' .
The council has also been asked to to stop local residents and councillors from calling the police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and rule breaches , Cllr Slade claimed .
`` We saw the most awful scenes in Durdle Door with the arrival of two helicopters to deal with the stupidity of people jumping from the top of cliffs , cheered and clapped by thousands of beach-goers , '' she continued .
`` We saw the kettling of people to give space to the helicopters and the closely- packed paths as people were told to leave .
`` We have seen crowds on our beaches , in large groups clearly not from the same household @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at , abused and intimidated as they go about their work , and I am asking you all to go back to ministers in Westminster and ask them to put a travel restriction on England , as they have done in Wales and Scotland .
`` In those devolved nations you can only travel five miles from home for reasons other than work or risk fines , and I am asking that a similar policy is brought in for England with immediate effect . ''
Durdle Door arch , the popular beauty spot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after the three men who jumped into the sea were seriously injured .
But scores of people still defied efforts to shut the beach on Sunday , and so-called `` tombstoners '' could even be seen jumping from the 200ft high sea arch .
Dorset Council was due to review the closure of the beach on Monday .

People should be banned from travelling further than five miles after "awful scenes" on beaches in Dorset over the weekend, a council leader has said.
Three people were seriously injured after jumping into the sea from the limestone arch of Durdle Door on Saturday, with thousands having descended on coastal areas to enjoy the hot weather.
It came after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced last week that some of England's coronavirus lockdown measures would be relaxed within days, allowing up to six people to meet outdoors.
Image: A man jumps from Durdle Door last week
But Councillor Vikki Slade, the leader of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, suggested travel restrictions should be tightened in England to place it in line with Scotland and Wales.
She said she had witnessed people flouting social distancing rules in her district, with illegal parking, widespread barbecues and council staff being abused when going about their work.
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Cllr Slade also claimed that many of those on the beaches in her area had travelled from elsewhere.
"Three weeks ago, following the prime minister's announcement that people could travel wherever they liked as long as they did not stay out overnight, we discussed the possibility of limiting travel distance," she said.
"We were told clearly that this was not possible."
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Cllr Slade said the council had asked police for extra support in enforcing social distancing - but had been told "we are policed by consent and that this is not practical".
Image: People defied the closure of the beach at Durdle Door on Sunday. Pic: Purbeck Police
The council has also been asked to to stop local residents and councillors from calling the police with their concerns about gatherings, groups and rule breaches, Cllr Slade claimed.
"We saw the most awful scenes in Durdle Door with the arrival of two helicopters to deal with the stupidity of people jumping from the top of cliffs, cheered and clapped by thousands of beach-goers," she continued.
"We saw the kettling of people to give space to the helicopters and the closely- packed paths as people were told to leave.
"We have seen crowds on our beaches, in large groups clearly not from the same household, we have had council officers spat at, abused and intimidated as they go about their work, and I am asking you all to go back to ministers in Westminster and ask them to put a travel restriction on England, as they have done in Wales and Scotland.
"In those devolved nations you can only travel five miles from home for reasons other than work or risk fines, and I am asking that a similar policy is brought in for England with immediate effect."
Durdle Door arch, the popular beauty spot and nearby Lulworth Cove, was closed after the three men who jumped into the sea were seriously injured.
But scores of people still defied efforts to shut the beach on Sunday, and so-called "tombstoners" could even be seen jumping from the 200ft high sea arch.
Dorset Council was due to review the closure of the beach on Monday.


news--2020-06-01--Coronavirus: Review into impact of COVID-19 on BAME community delayed again

A review into how the BAME community has been affected by COVID-19 has been delayed again because of `` worries '' around `` current global events '' , Sky News understands .
Public Health England 's review was commissioned by Health Secretary Matt Hancock and due for release `` by the end of May '' as per the terms of reference .
But government sources said it was being put on hold until Wednesday because it was not ready for publishing .
They now say it has been delayed further because it is in `` close proximity to the current @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be a `` bad combination '' if it was released amid global outrage over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis .
One Whitehall source told Sky News : `` The government wo n't be able to put this out without concrete and solid next steps . ''
However the Department of Health and Social Care denied the delay in the report 's release was linked to events in the US .
A spokesperson said : `` Ministers received initial findings today ( Monday ) .
They are being rapidly considered and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is not true to say this has been delayed due to global events . ''
The review , which is being led by Professor Kevin Fenton , looks at why it appears that Black Asian and Minority Ethnic ( BAME ) people are dying disproportionately from COVID-19 .
It will look at the health records of more than a thousand people who tested positive for coronavirus and also take into account a number of studies that highlight the issue .
In the terms of reference published by Public Health England early last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Initial findings should be available by the end of May '' .
But Sky News was told on Friday that the report publication was delayed as it was being peer-reviewed and finalised .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Responding to the further delay , shadow equality secretary Marsha De Cordova said : `` It is unacceptable that this review should be delayed without a given date for its publication .
BAME communities need answers .
`` There is a gross irony @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the unequal suffering of the BAME community , on the basis of global events that relate to the suffering of black communities around the world .
`` If anything , recent events make the release of this report all the more urgent .
If the government is serious about tackling racial injustice , they should not be shying away from understanding into why these injustices exist . ''
Dr Chaand Nagpaul , BMA council chair , said : `` The government 's commissioned review by Public Health England needs to be concluded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us to make sense of why this dreadful virus is impacting so adversely on the BAME community and , most importantly , what needs to be done to urgently protect them . ''
Public Health England said in a statement : `` The review will be published shortly . ''
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A review into how the BAME community has been affected by COVID-19 has been delayed again because of "worries" around "current global events", Sky News understands.
Public Health England's review was commissioned by Health Secretary Matt Hancock and due for release "by the end of May" as per the terms of reference.
But government sources said it was being put on hold until Wednesday because it was not ready for publishing.
They now say it has been delayed further because it is in "close proximity to the current situation in America" and it would be a "bad combination" if it was released amid global outrage over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
One Whitehall source told Sky News: "The government won't be able to put this out without concrete and solid next steps."
Image: Protesters in London march in solidarity after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis
However the Department of Health and Social Care denied the delay in the report's release was linked to events in the US.
A spokesperson said: "Ministers received initial findings today (Monday). They are being rapidly considered and a report will be published this week. It is not true to say this has been delayed due to global events."
The review, which is being led by Professor Kevin Fenton, looks at why it appears that Black Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people are dying disproportionately from COVID-19.
It will look at the health records of more than a thousand people who tested positive for coronavirus and also take into account a number of studies that highlight the issue.
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In the terms of reference published by Public Health England early last month, the organisation said: "Initial findings should be available by the end of May".
But Sky News was told on Friday that the report publication was delayed as it was being peer-reviewed and finalised.
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Responding to the further delay, shadow equality secretary Marsha De Cordova said: "It is unacceptable that this review should be delayed without a given date for its publication. BAME communities need answers.
"There is a gross irony in delaying the release of a report into the unequal suffering of the BAME community, on the basis of global events that relate to the suffering of black communities around the world.
"If anything, recent events make the release of this report all the more urgent. If the government is serious about tackling racial injustice, they should not be shying away from understanding into why these injustices exist."
Dr Chaand Nagpaul, BMA council chair, said: "The government's commissioned review by Public Health England needs to be concluded as soon as possible in order for us to make sense of why this dreadful virus is impacting so adversely on the BAME community and, most importantly, what needs to be done to urgently protect them."
Public Health England said in a statement: "The review will be published shortly."
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news--2020-05-31--Coronavirus: Formula One given go-ahead at Silverstone as quarantine exemption made for internationa

Coronavirus: Formula One given go-ahead at Silverstone as quarantine exemption made for international teams

Two Formula One races will go ahead at Silverstone this summer , with teams being given an exemption from the 14-day quarantine period for international arrivals .
Teams must submit a detailed plan of their movements and whereabouts to be approved by the government , according to Sky Sports News .
From 8 June , the UK is introducing a two-week quarantine period for those arriving from abroad to help stop the spread of COVID-19 .
The season is set to start in Austria on 5 July , and the dates for the European races will be announced during the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` We welcome the government 's efforts to ensure elite sport can continue to operate and their support for our return to racing .
`` We will maintain a close dialogue with them in the coming weeks as we prepare to start our season in the first week of July . ''
According to The Times , the teams will be kept in a safe environment with regular testing and minimal contact with those outside the sport .
Staff will be flown in on charter planes , the newspaper said .
From Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take place behind closed doors , with horse racing the first major UK sport to resume .
: : Listen to Sophy Ridge on Sunday on Apple podcasts , Google podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Athletes were recently allowed to resume close-contact training , but the new easing of the lockdown measures means competitive sport can take place once again .
It has also been revealed the football Championship will return at the end of June , with a provisional date of the weekend of 20 June set .
The Sky Bet Championship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around 30 July .
In a statement , England Football League chairman Rick Parry said : `` Whilst matches will unfortunately have to take place without supporters , we are working with our broadcast partners , EFL Championship Clubs and all relevant stakeholders to broadcast the remaining 108 games plus Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs either live on Sky Sports , iFollow or a club 's equivalent streaming service .
`` We must stress that at this stage the date is only provisional and will only be confirmed once we have met all the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and well-being of all participants , staff and supporters remains our top priority . ''
It has been timed around the Premier League season , which is returning on 17 June , to avoid any potential issues with promoted and relegated clubs .
The final details are still being confirmed , and the date is subject to the proviso that all safety requirements are met .
Clubs must also receive the go-ahead from their local authorities to stage matches at their home grounds .
It is not certain whether League One and League @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League Two clubs unanimously said they wished to cancel the season .
A meeting will be held on 8 June to make a final decision over the two divisions .
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Two Formula One races will go ahead at Silverstone this summer, with teams being given an exemption from the 14-day quarantine period for international arrivals.
Teams must submit a detailed plan of their movements and whereabouts to be approved by the government, according to Sky Sports News.
From 8 June, the UK is introducing a two-week quarantine period for those arriving from abroad to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Image: The season is set to start in Austria on 5 July
The season is set to start in Austria on 5 July, and the dates for the European races will be announced during the week.
A F1 spokesperson said: "We welcome the government's efforts to ensure elite sport can continue to operate and their support for our return to racing.
"We will maintain a close dialogue with them in the coming weeks as we prepare to start our season in the first week of July."
According to The Times, the teams will be kept in a safe environment with regular testing and minimal contact with those outside the sport.
Staff will be flown in on charter planes, the newspaper said.
From Monday, professional sport will be allowed to take place behind closed doors, with horse racing the first major UK sport to resume.
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Athletes were recently allowed to resume close-contact training, but the new easing of the lockdown measures means competitive sport can take place once again.
It has also been revealed the football Championship will return at the end of June, with a provisional date of the weekend of 20 June set.
The Sky Bet Championship season is expected to conclude on or around 30 July.
Image: Norwich City celebrate winning the Sky Bet Championship in 2019
In a statement, England Football League chairman Rick Parry said: "Whilst matches will unfortunately have to take place without supporters, we are working with our broadcast partners, EFL Championship Clubs and all relevant stakeholders to broadcast the remaining 108 games plus Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs either live on Sky Sports, iFollow or a club's equivalent streaming service.
"We must stress that at this stage the date is only provisional and will only be confirmed once we have met all the requirements, as the health, safety and well-being of all participants, staff and supporters remains our top priority."
It has been timed around the Premier League season, which is returning on 17 June, to avoid any potential issues with promoted and relegated clubs.
The final details are still being confirmed, and the date is subject to the proviso that all safety requirements are met.
Clubs must also receive the go-ahead from their local authorities to stage matches at their home grounds.
It is not certain whether League One and League Two football will be returning, although League Two clubs unanimously said they wished to cancel the season.
A meeting will be held on 8 June to make a final decision over the two divisions.
Next week from Monday to Thursday, Dermot Murnaghan will be hosting After the Pandemic: Our New World - a series of special live programmes about what our world will be like once the pandemic is over.
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news--2020-06-01--Coronavirus: Loved ones reunite and children begin return to school - despite warnings over lockdown

Coronavirus: Loved ones reunite and children begin return to school - despite warnings over lockdown easing

Children are starting to return to school in England and people are being reunited with loved ones from today , despite warnings it is too soon to start easing lockdown measures further .
The wider easing of measures now in place in England will allow groups of up to six people to meet in public spaces or private gardens , while extremely vulnerable `` shielded '' people can have more social interaction .
Primary school children in reception , year one and year six will return to class , and car showrooms and outdoor markets are reopening .
The new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be able to meet up for picnics and barbecues and travel freely around England , as long as they do not stay anywhere overnight that is not their primary home .
The government has stressed it is still vital to stick to social distancing measures , particularly staying two metres apart from anyone outside your household .
But scientists have criticised the further easing of measures , saying it is too much , too soon , and could cause coronavirus infections to rise rapidly again .
Ministers insist the government has met its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say the rate of infection , or R value , has been consistently below one .
Over the weekend , many flocked to beaches and parks and there were numerous examples of people failing to follow social distancing measures - including an illegal street party in Hackney attended by `` hundreds '' of people .
It has prompted members of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( SAGE ) to warn that ministers are taking risks .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Association of Directors of Public Health , told The Guardian the public was `` not keeping to social distancing as it was '' , adding the organisation was `` increasingly concerned that the government is misjudging the balance of risk between more social interaction and the risk of a resurgence of the virus , and is easing too many restrictions too quickly '' .
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer also said the government 's `` actions over the past 10 days have made difficult decisions more risky '' .
`` First , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ functioning test , track and trace system in place ; and second , the government 's public health message has been undermined because the prime minister was too weak to take firm action against Dominic Cummings for breaking lockdown , '' he said .
Education unions are continuing to fight over whether it is safe to send children back to school , while many parents also seem reluctant to allow their children to return .
Headteachers say they are expecting almost half of families to keep pupils at home , according to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Educational Research .
A survey by PA news agency also found more than 20 councils across England - largely in the north - are advising schools not to open to more pupils this week .
England 's deputy chief medical officer , Dr Jenny Harries , said the public would be safe if they were `` sensible '' and did not `` overdo it '' .
`` Where we are seeing that government is easing measures , the public really , really need to stick to those messages , and it is not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do , it 's about what it is sensible to do , and what is sensible to do is have as few interactions as possible as you can with other people in all settings , '' she told the daily press briefing on Sunday .
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said he was `` reasonably confident '' the easing of restrictions will be `` manageable '' .
Referring to the R rate , Mr Jenrick said : `` We have to all continue to play our part in that , because the rate of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the room for manoeuvre is quite limited . ''
Restrictions are also being eased across the UK .
In Scotland , people will be allowed to meet others from one other household at a time in groups of up to eight people , so long as it is outdoors and social distancing is maintained .
People in Wales can meet up with others outdoors from Monday , but they are advised not to travel more than five miles .
In Northern Ireland , more shops can open and small outdoor weddings will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ June if the infection rate is kept under control .
On Sunday , a further 113 people were reported to have died after contracting coronavirus , taking the UK total to 38,489 .
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Children are starting to return to school in England and people are being reunited with loved ones from today, despite warnings it is too soon to start easing lockdown measures further.
The wider easing of measures now in place in England will allow groups of up to six people to meet in public spaces or private gardens, while extremely vulnerable "shielded" people can have more social interaction.
Primary school children in reception, year one and year six will return to class, and car showrooms and outdoor markets are reopening.
Image: People enjoy the sunshine at St James Park in central London
The new rules also mean families and friends will be able to meet up for picnics and barbecues and travel freely around England, as long as they do not stay anywhere overnight that is not their primary home.
The government has stressed it is still vital to stick to social distancing measures, particularly staying two metres apart from anyone outside your household.
But scientists have criticised the further easing of measures, saying it is too much, too soon, and could cause coronavirus infections to rise rapidly again.
Ministers insist the government has met its five tests for easing the lockdown and say the rate of infection, or R value, has been consistently below one.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 0:34 Large crowds gather at illegal party in Hackney
Over the weekend, many flocked to beaches and parks and there were numerous examples of people failing to follow social distancing measures - including an illegal street party in Hackney attended by "hundreds" of people.
It has prompted members of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) to warn that ministers are taking risks.
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Jeanelle de Gruchy, president of the Association of Directors of Public Health, told The Guardian the public was "not keeping to social distancing as it was", adding the organisation was "increasingly concerned that the government is misjudging the balance of risk between more social interaction and the risk of a resurgence of the virus, and is easing too many restrictions too quickly".
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer also said the government's "actions over the past 10 days have made difficult decisions more risky".
"First, ministers have not yet got a fully functioning test, track and trace system in place; and second, the government's public health message has been undermined because the prime minister was too weak to take firm action against Dominic Cummings for breaking lockdown," he said.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 2:16 Care home screen allowing families to meet
Education unions are continuing to fight over whether it is safe to send children back to school, while many parents also seem reluctant to allow their children to return.
Headteachers say they are expecting almost half of families to keep pupils at home, according to a survey conducted by the National Foundation for Educational Research.
A survey by PA news agency also found more than 20 councils across England - largely in the north - are advising schools not to open to more pupils this week.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:04 Jenrick: 'Shielders' can go outside from Monday
England's deputy chief medical officer, Dr Jenny Harries, said the public would be safe if they were "sensible" and did not "overdo it".
"Where we are seeing that government is easing measures, the public really, really need to stick to those messages, and it is not just about what it is possible to do, it's about what it is sensible to do, and what is sensible to do is have as few interactions as possible as you can with other people in all settings," she told the daily press briefing on Sunday.
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said he was "reasonably confident" the easing of restrictions will be "manageable".
Referring to the R rate, Mr Jenrick said: "We have to all continue to play our part in that, because the rate of infection remains somewhere between 0.7 and 0.9 and the room for manoeuvre is quite limited."
Restrictions are also being eased across the UK.
In Scotland, people will be allowed to meet others from one other household at a time in groups of up to eight people, so long as it is outdoors and social distancing is maintained.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 7:32 'The world takes life way, way more seriously'
People in Wales can meet up with others outdoors from Monday, but they are advised not to travel more than five miles.
In Northern Ireland, more shops can open and small outdoor weddings will be given the green light from 8 June if the infection rate is kept under control.
On Sunday, a further 113 people were reported to have died after contracting coronavirus, taking the UK total to 38,489.
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news--2020-05-31--After The Pandemic: Britons think commuting to work and holidays abroad will change significantly af

After The Pandemic: Britons think commuting to work and holidays abroad will change significantly after coronavirus

The world will never be the same again after coronavirus , and a majority of Britons would n't want to go back to the way things were before , a poll for Sky News has revealed .
Coronavirus has been a devastating experience for so many in society , but collectively the experience of lockdown has provided some glimpses of what could be done better , new research shows .
Few people feel the lockdown has put a barrier between them and their partners , family and friends - and many feel closer to loved ones as a result of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all sorts of major societal shifts , with significant numbers thinking people will never return to commuting to the workplace and trailing round shops .
Just over a third even wonder whether foreign holidays are a thing of the past .
Most people will not miss socialising by Zoom and Skype , however .
In an exclusive poll by YouGov for Sky News ' After The Pandemic series , we discover a nation asking whether now might be a moment for a shake-up .
Only 27 % of people think life will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pandemic , while far more - 59 % - said it will be significantly different .
A majority , 57 % , embrace this change with enthusiasm , saying they want the world to be different .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Of those who wanted to see a changed world , the largest proportion was baby boomers - those aged 50 to 64 .
Asked what issue was looming largest for the world after the pandemic , climate change @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the vote .
Preventing future pandemics came second but received less than half this tally , with 15 % of the vote , while tackling poverty was chosen by 14 % and the rise of China as a superpower by 11 % .
The issue of migration and refugees - which topped the nation 's list of concerns ahead of the EU referendum - was on 8 % .
Tackling international terrorism , which scarred the first decade of the century , was on just 3 % .
Many people expect the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pandemic .
While 40 % expect people to resume commuting to the workplace , a larger group - 47 % - anticipate working from home will continue .
In another age divide , the over-50s say people are more likely to work from home in future compared to the under-50s .
The poll spells bad news for the high street .
Some 39 % think people will return to visiting shops to make purchases , but 49 % think online purchases will continue to dominate .
It is unclear whether high streets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under pressure and likely to face constraints from social distancing measures , will be able to cope with a switch of this magnitude .
People are more ambivalent over a return to overseas holidays .
Some 49 % think people will go back to having overseas holidays , while 37 % believe people will stop having holidays abroad .
There are signs that socialising over the internet will reduce once the pandemic is over , as 51 % think we will go back to socialising in person much more .
Only 30 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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We 'll be joined by some of the biggest names from the worlds of culture , politics , economics , science and technology .
And you can take part too .
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The world will never be the same again after coronavirus, and a majority of Britons wouldn't want to go back to the way things were before, a poll for Sky News has revealed.
Coronavirus has been a devastating experience for so many in society, but collectively the experience of lockdown has provided some glimpses of what could be done better, new research shows.
Few people feel the lockdown has put a barrier between them and their partners, family and friends - and many feel closer to loved ones as a result of the pandemic.
Image: More than half think we will return to socialising in person much more
The poll throws up all sorts of major societal shifts, with significant numbers thinking people will never return to commuting to the workplace and trailing round shops.
Just over a third even wonder whether foreign holidays are a thing of the past.
Most people will not miss socialising by Zoom and Skype, however.
In an exclusive poll by YouGov for Sky News' After The Pandemic series, we discover a nation asking whether now might be a moment for a shake-up.
Only 27% of people think life will be much the same as it was before the pandemic, while far more - 59% - said it will be significantly different.
A majority, 57%, embrace this change with enthusiasm, saying they want the world to be different.
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Of those who wanted to see a changed world, the largest proportion was baby boomers - those aged 50 to 64.
Asked what issue was looming largest for the world after the pandemic, climate change took a clear lead with 33% of the vote.
Preventing future pandemics came second but received less than half this tally, with 15% of the vote, while tackling poverty was chosen by 14% and the rise of China as a superpower by 11%.
Image: People enjoying the good weather on the beach at Southend-on-Sea in Essex
The issue of migration and refugees - which topped the nation's list of concerns ahead of the EU referendum - was on 8%.
Tackling international terrorism, which scarred the first decade of the century, was on just 3%.
Many people expect the structure of their lives to change after the pandemic.
While 40% expect people to resume commuting to the workplace, a larger group - 47% - anticipate working from home will continue.
In another age divide, the over-50s say people are more likely to work from home in future compared to the under-50s.
The poll spells bad news for the high street.
Some 39% think people will return to visiting shops to make purchases, but 49% think online purchases will continue to dominate.
It is unclear whether high streets and shopping centres, which were already under pressure and likely to face constraints from social distancing measures, will be able to cope with a switch of this magnitude.
Image: Many suspect the high street could suffer
People are more ambivalent over a return to overseas holidays.
Some 49% think people will go back to having overseas holidays, while 37% believe people will stop having holidays abroad.
There are signs that socialising over the internet will reduce once the pandemic is over, as 51% think we will go back to socialising in person much more.
Only 30% anticipate Zoom or Skype will remain dominant.
Image: After The Pandemic
This week from today to Thursday, Dermot Murnaghan will be hosting After the Pandemic: Our New World - a series of special live programmes about what our world will be like once the pandemic is over.
We'll be joined by some of the biggest names from the worlds of culture, politics, economics, science and technology. And you can take part too.
If you'd like to be in our virtual audience - from your own home - and put questions to the experts, email afterthepandemic@sky.uk


news--2020-05-15--Divided States podcast: Has America had enough of experts?

On this week 's episode , we look at the stark message from the government 's scientists , not to @ @ @ @ @ whether that advice is being followed by President Trump .
A top government virologist turned @ @ @ @ @ of the Trump administration 's handling of the crisis on Capitol Hill - as the @ @ @ @ @ its own outbreak .
When will a vaccine be ready ?
When will America 's @ @ @ @ @ questions that draw division , even within the White House 's own team .
Amanda @ @ @ @ @ Emily Purser Brown are in Washington to talk through the latest on the US response @ @ @ @ @ Listen to Divided States on Apple podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , and Spreaker

On this week's episode, we look at the stark message from the government's scientists, not to rush re-opening - and discuss whether that advice is being followed by President Trump.
A top government virologist turned whistleblower gave a damning appraisal of the Trump administration's handling of the crisis on Capitol Hill - as the White House tries to contain its own outbreak.
When will a vaccine be ready? When will America's schools re-open? These are questions that draw division, even within the White House's own team.
Amanda Walker, Cordelia Lynch and Emily Purser Brown are in Washington to talk through the latest on the US response to Coronavirus.
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news--2020-05-16--90 migrants intercepted in six small boats in English Channel

Six boats carrying 90 migrants which were attempting to cross the English Channel have been intercepted by Border Force boats .
The occupants of the six boats , one of which carried 25 people , were brought to Dover , Kent , to be dealt with by immigration authorities .
The influx brings the total number of migrants who have crossed to the UK during the coronavirus lockdown to more than 900 .
A new single-day record set on VE Day saw 145 migrants making the dangerous crossing .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Immigration Compliance and the Courts Chris Philp said : `` Today 's incidents are the result of criminals smuggling people into the country illegally .
`` Criminal intelligence continues to be shared between the NCA and French authorities and substantial French law enforcement deployment prevented a number of further boats crossing this morning .
`` Today 's cases have been dealt with in line with the immigration rules , including detention where appropriate .
`` The migrants have left a safe country and we are seeking to return specific cases where appropriate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Saturday , a Border Force coastal patrol vessel intercepted a boat carrying 10 men who presented themselves as Sudanese and Libyan - with 12 men who said they were Syrian and Iranian found in the second boat to be stopped .
The third boat to be found was carrying 14 men who said they were Syrian , Iranian , Senegalese , Iraqi and Yemeni - with 11 men and four women from Algeria , Kuwait , Iraq and Syria in the fourth boat .
The fifth boat to be intercepted carried 21 men @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ; and the final boat had 11 men and three women from Eritrea , Iran and Afghanistan .

Six boats carrying 90 migrants which were attempting to cross the English Channel have been intercepted by Border Force boats.
The occupants of the six boats, one of which carried 25 people, were brought to Dover, Kent, to be dealt with by immigration authorities.
The influx brings the total number of migrants who have crossed to the UK during the coronavirus lockdown to more than 900.
A new single-day record set on VE Day saw 145 migrants making the dangerous crossing.
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Minister for Immigration Compliance and the Courts Chris Philp said: "Today's incidents are the result of criminals smuggling people into the country illegally.
"Criminal intelligence continues to be shared between the NCA and French authorities and substantial French law enforcement deployment prevented a number of further boats crossing this morning.
"Today's cases have been dealt with in line with the immigration rules, including detention where appropriate.
"The migrants have left a safe country and we are seeking to return specific cases where appropriate."
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In the first incident on Saturday, a Border Force coastal patrol vessel intercepted a boat carrying 10 men who presented themselves as Sudanese and Libyan - with 12 men who said they were Syrian and Iranian found in the second boat to be stopped.
The third boat to be found was carrying 14 men who said they were Syrian, Iranian, Senegalese, Iraqi and Yemeni - with 11 men and four women from Algeria, Kuwait, Iraq and Syria in the fourth boat.
The fifth boat to be intercepted carried 21 men and four women from Iraq and Iran; and the final boat had 11 men and three women from Eritrea, Iran and Afghanistan.