themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Every word of the Prime Minister's coronavirus press conference speech

The Prime Minister addressed the nation today as a new Covid-19 lockdown aimed at preventing households mixing in private settings came into force across Greater Manchester .
Boris Johnson , appearing alongside Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty , said the number of patients being admitted to hospital with coronavirus was falling , but 'the prevalence of the virus in the community in England is likely to be rising for the first time since May ' .
He said the new restrictions in Greater Manchester were 'targeted measures on social contact between households , which the data tells us is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mr Johnson quoted figures suggesting there were now 4,900 new infections every day , up from around 3,000 per day on July 14 and 2,000 per day at the end of June .
`` Two weeks ago , I updated you from this podium on the progress we had made as a country against coronavirus .
`` And in many ways that progress continues .
`` The number of patients admitted to hospitals is still falling , and now stands at just over 100 each day .
`` In April there were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ventilation beds , but now the latest figure is 87 .
`` The number of deaths continues to fall .
That is obviously encouraging .
`` But I have also consistently warned that this virus could come back and that we would not hesitate to take swift and decisive action as required .
`` I am afraid that in parts of Asia and Latin America the virus is now gathering pace .
And our European friends are also struggling to keep the virus `` under control .
`` As we see these rises @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fool ourselves that we are exempt .
We must be willing to react to the first signs of trouble .
`` Today , the weekly survey by the Office for National Statistics reports that the prevalence of the virus in the community in England is likely to be rising for the first time since May .
`` Around 1 in 1,500 now have the virus , compared to 1 in 1,800 on 15 July and 1 in 2,000 on 2 July .
The ONS also estimate there are now 4,900 new infections every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day on 14 July and 2,000 per day at the end of June .
`` We can ’ t afford to ignore this evidence .
`` It ’ s vital to stress that we are in a far better position to keep the virus under control now than we were at the start of the pandemic – because we know so much more about the virus and have so many more tools at our disposal to deal with it .
`` We have a contact tracing system up and running which has led @ @ @ @ @ @ @ otherwise have spread the virus and is capable of tracing thousands of contacts every day .
`` We have secured supplies of billions of items of PPE to withstand new demands on hospitals and care homes .
`` And of course we have new treatments , like dexamethasone and remdesivir , to shorten recovery times and reduce mortality rates .
`` But as I say , we can not be complacent .
I can not – I won ’ t stand by and allow the virus to cause more pain and heartache in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Health Secretary announced new restrictions on household contact in the North West – specifically Greater Manchester , and parts of East Lancashire and West Yorkshire .
`` These are targeted measures on social contact between households , which the data tells us is driving the current increase in cases .
`` Businesses and workplaces should continue as before in those areas .
I know how it is hard to have restrictions like this imposed on seeing your family and your friends .
But we have to act rapidly in order to protect those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this sort of intervention works – measures taken in Leicester and Luton have suppressed the virus , allowing us to relax measures .
`` Even as we act locally , it is also my responsibility to look again at the measures we have in place nationally in light of the data we are seeing about incidence .
`` At every point I have said our plan to reopen society and the economy is conditional – that it relies on continued progress against the virus , and that we would not hesitate to put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ With those numbers creeping up , our assessment is that we should now squeeze that brake pedal in order to keep the virus under control .
`` On Saturday 1 August , you ’ ll remember , we had hoped to reopen in England a number of higher risk settings that had remained closed .
Today , I am afraid we are postponing these changes for at least a fortnight .
`` That means that , until 15 August at the earliest : '' Pilots of larger crowds in sports venues and conference @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted , but ceremonies can continue to take place , in line with COVID-Secure guidelines .
`` I know that the steps we are taking will be a heavy blow to many people – to everyone whose wedding plans have been disrupted , or who now can not celebrate Eid in the way they would wish , I am really , really sorry about that .
But we simply can not take the risk .
`` We will of course study the data @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to open up as soon as we possibly can .
`` Two weeks ago , I also said that from tomorrow the government would give employers more discretion over how employees can work safely – whether by continuing to work from home or attending a Covid Secure workplace .
We know that employers have gone to huge lengths to make workplaces safe , so that guidance remains unchanged .
`` We also said we would pause shielding nationally from 1 August – based on clinical advice , that national pause will proceed as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be explaining more about that decision later and about shielding later today .
`` Most people in this country are following the rules and doing their bit to control the virus .
But we must keep our discipline , we must be focused and we can not be complacent .
`` I have asked the Home Secretary to work with the police and others to ensure the rules which are already in place are properly enforced .
`` That means local authorities acting to close down premises and cancel events which are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it means a greater police presence to ensure face coverings are being worn where this is required by law .
`` We will also extend the requirement to wear a face covering to other indoor settings where you are likely to come into contact with people you do not normally meet , such as museums , galleries , cinemas and places of worship .
We now recommend face coverings are worn in these settings , and this will become enforceable in law from 8 August .
`` At this stage , we are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nationally .
I don ’ t want to tell people to spend less time with their friends .
But unless people follow the rules and behave safely , we may need to go further .
`` Two weeks ago , I said we would hope for the best but plan for the worst .
`` And of course we continue to hope for the best .
The way to get there and to achieve that optimum outcome is if we all follow the rules , wash our hands , cover our faces , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ test if we have symptoms , so that NHS Test and Trace can keep the virus under control .
`` This is how we will avoid a return to full national lockdown .
`` I know we are going succeed and I know we are going to beat this – if each and every one of us plays our part . ''

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The Prime Minister addressed the nation today as a new Covid-19 lockdown aimed at preventing households mixing in private settings came into force across Greater Manchester.
Boris Johnson, appearing alongside Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty, said the number of patients being admitted to hospital with coronavirus was falling, but 'the prevalence of the virus in the community in England is likely to be rising for the first time since May'.
He said the new restrictions in Greater Manchester were 'targeted measures on social contact between households, which the data tells us is driving the current increase in cases'.
Mr Johnson quoted figures suggesting there were now 4,900 new infections every day, up from around 3,000 per day on July 14 and 2,000 per day at the end of June.
Here's the Prime Minister's speech in full.
"Good afternoon,
"Two weeks ago, I updated you from this podium on the progress we had made as a country against coronavirus.
"And in many ways that progress continues.
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"The number of patients admitted to hospitals is still falling, and now stands at just over 100 each day.
"In April there were more than 3,000 coronavirus patients in mechanical ventilation beds, but now the latest figure is 87.
"The number of deaths continues to fall. That is obviously encouraging.
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"But I have also consistently warned that this virus could come back and that we would not hesitate to take swift and decisive action as required.
"I am afraid that in parts of Asia and Latin America the virus is now gathering pace. And our European friends are also struggling to keep the virus "under control.
"As we see these rises around the world, we cannot fool ourselves that we are exempt. We must be willing to react to the first signs of trouble.
"Today, the weekly survey by the Office for National Statistics reports that the prevalence of the virus in the community in England is likely to be rising for the first time since May.
"Around 1 in 1,500 now have the virus, compared to 1 in 1,800 on 15 July and 1 in 2,000 on 2 July. The ONS also estimate there are now 4,900 new infections every day, up from around 3,000 per day on 14 July and 2,000 per day at the end of June.
(Image: PA)
"We can’t afford to ignore this evidence.
"It’s vital to stress that we are in a far better position to keep the virus under control now than we were at the start of the pandemic – because we know so much more about the virus and have so many more tools at our disposal to deal with it.
"Our testing capacity has increased 100-fold.
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"We have a contact tracing system up and running which has led to over 184,000 people isolating who may otherwise have spread the virus and is capable of tracing thousands of contacts every day.
"We have secured supplies of billions of items of PPE to withstand new demands on hospitals and care homes.
"And of course we have new treatments, like dexamethasone and remdesivir, to shorten recovery times and reduce mortality rates.
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"But as I say, we cannot be complacent. I cannot – I won’t stand by and allow the virus to cause more pain and heartache in this country.
"Last night the Health Secretary announced new restrictions on household contact in the North West – specifically Greater Manchester, and parts of East Lancashire and West Yorkshire.
"These are targeted measures on social contact between households, which the data tells us is driving the current increase in cases.
"Businesses and workplaces should continue as before in those areas. I know how it is hard to have restrictions like this imposed on seeing your family and your friends. But we have to act rapidly in order to protect those we love.
"And we know this sort of intervention works – measures taken in Leicester and Luton have suppressed the virus, allowing us to relax measures.
"Even as we act locally, it is also my responsibility to look again at the measures we have in place nationally in light of the data we are seeing about incidence.
(Image: PA)
"At every point I have said our plan to reopen society and the economy is conditional – that it relies on continued progress against the virus, and that we would not hesitate to put on the brakes if required.
"With those numbers creeping up, our assessment is that we should now squeeze that brake pedal in order to keep the virus under control.
"On Saturday 1 August, you’ll remember, we had hoped to reopen in England a number of higher risk settings that had remained closed. Today, I am afraid we are postponing these changes for at least a fortnight.
"That means that, until 15 August at the earliest:
"Casinos, bowling alleys, skating rinks and remaining close contact services must remain closed.
(Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
"Indoor performances will not resume.
"Pilots of larger crowds in sports venues and conference centres will not take place.
"Wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted, but ceremonies can continue to take place, in line with COVID-Secure guidelines.
"I know that the steps we are taking will be a heavy blow to many people – to everyone whose wedding plans have been disrupted, or who now cannot celebrate Eid in the way they would wish, I am really, really sorry about that. But we simply cannot take the risk.
"We will of course study the data carefully and move forward with our intention to open up as soon as we possibly can.
"Two weeks ago, I also said that from tomorrow the government would give employers more discretion over how employees can work safely – whether by continuing to work from home or attending a Covid Secure workplace. We know that employers have gone to huge lengths to make workplaces safe, so that guidance remains unchanged.
"We also said we would pause shielding nationally from 1 August – based on clinical advice, that national pause will proceed as planned, and our medical experts will be explaining more about that decision later and about shielding later today.
"Most people in this country are following the rules and doing their bit to control the virus. But we must keep our discipline, we must be focused and we cannot be complacent.
"I have asked the Home Secretary to work with the police and others to ensure the rules which are already in place are properly enforced.
"That means local authorities acting to close down premises and cancel events which are not following Covid Secure guidance.
"And it means a greater police presence to ensure face coverings are being worn where this is required by law.
"We will also extend the requirement to wear a face covering to other indoor settings where you are likely to come into contact with people you do not normally meet, such as museums, galleries, cinemas and places of worship.
We now recommend face coverings are worn in these settings, and this will become enforceable in law from 8 August.
"At this stage, we are not changing the rules on social contact nationally. I don’t want to tell people to spend less time with their friends. But unless people follow the rules and behave safely, we may need to go further.
"Two weeks ago, I said we would hope for the best but plan for the worst.
"And of course we continue to hope for the best. The way to get there and to achieve that optimum outcome is if we all follow the rules, wash our hands, cover our faces, keep our distance – and get a test if we have symptoms, so that NHS Test and Trace can keep the virus under control.
"This is how we will avoid a return to full national lockdown.
"We've made huge progress together.
"I know we are going succeed and I know we are going to beat this – if each and every one of us plays our part."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Face mask rules will change again next week - what you need to know

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a change to the rules on face masks .
The PM was speaking at a Downing Street briefing on Thursday when he revealed face coverings will become compulsory in more indoor venues .
He also announced that planned reopenings for August 1 will be postponed for 'at least ' a fortnight due to an increase in coronavirus cases .
Currently , face masks are only mandatory on public transport , shops and supermarkets .
From August 8 , the rule will also apply to indoor settings such as places of worship and cinemas .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ also extend the requirement to wear a face covering to other indoor settings where you are likely to come into contact with people you do not normally meet , such as museums , galleries , cinemas and places of worship .
`` We now recommend face coverings are worn in these settings , and this will become enforceable in law from August 8 .
`` At this stage , we are not changing the rules on social contact nationally .
I do n't want to tell people to spend less time with their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rules and behave safely , we may need to go further . ''
He added : `` Two weeks ago , I said we would hope for the best but plan for the worst .
`` And of course we continue to hope for the best .
The way to get there and to achieve that optimum outcome is if we all follow the rules , wash our hands , cover our faces , keep our distance – and get a test if we have symptoms , so that NHS Test and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` This is how we will avoid a return to full national lockdown .
`` I know we are going succeed and I know we are going to beat this – if each and every one of us plays our part . ''
While not confirmed , it is likely that not abiding to the face mask rule will result in a fine .
Currently , if you refuse to wear a mask on public transport or in shops and supermarkets you could be hit with a £100 fine - reduced to @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a change to the rules on face masks.
The PM was speaking at a Downing Street briefing on Friday when he revealed face coverings will become compulsory in more indoor venues.
He also announced that planned reopenings for August 1 will be postponed for 'at least' a fortnight due to an increase in coronavirus cases.
Currently, face masks are only mandatory on public transport, shops and supermarkets.
From August 8, the rule will also apply to indoor settings such as places of worship and cinemas.
Mr Johnson said: "We will also extend the requirement to wear a face covering to other indoor settings where you are likely to come into contact with people you do not normally meet, such as museums, galleries, cinemas and places of worship.
"We now recommend face coverings are worn in these settings, and this will become enforceable in law from August 8.
"At this stage, we are not changing the rules on social contact nationally. I don't want to tell people to spend less time with their friends.
"But unless people follow the rules and behave safely, we may need to go further."
He added: "Two weeks ago, I said we would hope for the best but plan for the worst.
"And of course we continue to hope for the best. The way to get there and to achieve that optimum outcome is if we all follow the rules, wash our hands, cover our faces, keep our distance – and get a test if we have symptoms, so that NHS Test and Trace can keep the virus under control.
"This is how we will avoid a return to full national lockdown.
"We've made huge progress together.
"I know we are going succeed and I know we are going to beat this – if each and every one of us plays our part."
While not confirmed, it is likely that not abiding to the face mask rule will result in a fine.
Currently, if you refuse to wear a mask on public transport or in shops and supermarkets you could be hit with a £100 fine - reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Man United have three reasons to overlook Raul Jimenez in transfer window

Manchester United officials will already be rolling their eyes at the sheer number of names to have been linked with a move to Old Trafford this week .
It is perhaps no surprise given the fact United admitted to having tracked 804 right-backs before landing on Aaron Wan-Bissaka as their top target for the role , but it is always amusing to see how much United dominate transfer silly season .
January 's unexpected move to sign Odion Ighalo only cast the net further in terms of potential additions in the coming months .
It is no surprise to see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linked .
Firstly it is important to make clear United insist there is 'nothing in ' reports they have agreed a move for the Wolves striker despite the Portuguese media suggesting a deal is close .
The aforementioned move for Ighalo is one such argument against a transfer , with United already in possession of four options at No.9 and keen to strengthen in other areas of the pitch .
Several pundits have argued United need another striking option if they are to mount a serious title challenge next season and be competitive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a suggestion is ignorant to the fact United 's forwards have been exceptional this year .
Greenwood , Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford have all enjoyed their best campaigns in front of goal despite periods of absence from the first-team , with United 's biggest issues coming in midfield .
The arrival of Bruno Fernandes helped unlock the true potential of the attackers at the club and his influence explains why United want to recruit another player of his ilk this summer .
“ I am no stranger to all that , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ future in June .
`` Every day a new team comes out , every day a new offer comes out , I do not know how many millions .
It is good to know that they are talking about you , but what I have to do to make that happen is to continue doing my job here with Wolves.
” As one of the leading marksmen in the Premier League it makes sense for Jimenez to be linked with a move to a bigger club .
However , his healthy return of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it another issue : his price .
Wolves are in no rush to sell their star striker as they look to break into the top four next season and United know it will likely take a bid upwards of £60million to get the Molineux club 's attention .
United are well capable of paying that fee but investing so much money in an area of the pitch where United do n't desperately need strengthening , and on a striker that turns 30 next year , would not be shrewd .
United 's money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ look to continue their cultural rebuild and strengthen their overall squad depth .
That in itself is another potential problem for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer .
This summer Solskjaer not only needs to add to his starting XI , he also needs to strengthen squad , and strengthening with a £60million back-up striker just would n't be sensible , even with the extra need for rotation with United back in the Champions League next season .
There is no doubt Jimenez would be an asset to United , but every penny will count for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close the gap on Manchester City and Liverpool .
Solskjaer has made stranger signings during his short time at the club , but a move for the Mexican forward clearly comes with issues in terms of price , competition and necessity .

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Manchester United officials will already be rolling their eyes at the sheer number of names to have been linked with a move to Old Trafford this week.
It is perhaps no surprise given the fact United admitted to having tracked 804 right-backs before landing on Aaron Wan-Bissaka as their top target for the role, but it is always amusing to see how much United dominate transfer silly season.
January's unexpected move to sign Odion Ighalo only cast the net further in terms of potential additions in the coming months. It is no surprise to see someone as talented as Raul Jimenez being linked.
Firstly it is important to make clear United insist there is 'nothing in' reports they have agreed a move for the Wolves striker despite the Portuguese media suggesting a deal is close.
The aforementioned move for Ighalo is one such argument against a transfer, with United already in possession of four options at No.9 and keen to strengthen in other areas of the pitch.
Several pundits have argued United need another striking option if they are to mount a serious title challenge next season and be competitive in the Champions League, but such a suggestion is ignorant to the fact United's forwards have been exceptional this year.
Greenwood, Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford have all enjoyed their best campaigns in front of goal despite periods of absence from the first-team, with United's biggest issues coming in midfield. The arrival of Bruno Fernandes helped unlock the true potential of the attackers at the club and his influence explains why United want to recruit another player of his ilk this summer.
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“I am no stranger to all that," Jimenez said of transfer speculation surrounding his future in June. "Every day a new team comes out, every day a new offer comes out, I do not know how many millions. It is good to know that they are talking about you, but what I have to do to make that happen is to continue doing my job here with Wolves.”
As one of the leading marksmen in the Premier League it makes sense for Jimenez to be linked with a move to a bigger club. However, his healthy return of 26 goals last season also brings with it another issue: his price.
Wolves are in no rush to sell their star striker as they look to break into the top four next season and United know it will likely take a bid upwards of £60million to get the Molineux club's attention.
United are well capable of paying that fee but investing so much money in an area of the pitch where United don't desperately need strengthening, and on a striker that turns 30 next year, would not be shrewd. United's money would be better spent elsewhere as they look to continue their cultural rebuild and strengthen their overall squad depth. That in itself is another potential problem for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
This summer Solskjaer not only needs to add to his starting XI, he also needs to strengthen squad, and strengthening with a £60million back-up striker just wouldn't be sensible, even with the extra need for rotation with United back in the Champions League next season.
There is no doubt Jimenez would be an asset to United, but every penny will count for United this summer as they look to close the gap on Manchester City and Liverpool. Solskjaer has made stranger signings during his short time at the club, but a move for the Mexican forward clearly comes with issues in terms of price, competition and necessity.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Chris Whitty says we have 'reached the limit' in reopening society

The UK has potentially reached a limit for how much of society can be opened up , chief medical officer Chris Whitty has said .
He said the idea that 'we can open up everything and keep the virus under control is clearly wrong ' .
In order to do 'more things ' in the future , we may have to do 'less of some other things ' , he said .
If we do 'too much ' , then the virus will come back .
But doing too little will impact society and the economy , he said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ease lockdown restrictions across the UK were postponed by the government .
Theatres , music venues and casinos will no longer reopen following concerns about transmission rates .
In Greater Manchester and other parts of the north of England , lockdown rules have been tightened further .
People can no longer visit other households in the region , or meet up with other households at bars and restaurants , following a concerning rise in cases .
Speaking during the Downing Street press conference on Friday , Prof Whitty said : “ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the data from ONS and other data is that we have probably reached near the limit or the limits of what we can do in terms of opening up society .
“ So what that means potentially is that if we wish to do more things in the future , we may have to do less of some other things .
“ And these will be difficult trade-offs , some of which will be decisions for government and some of which are for all of us as citizens to do .
“ But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The idea that we can open up everything and keep the virus under control is clearly wrong.
” He said that was the reason ministers had decided to remove restrictions in a 'staged way ' .
He added : `` In terms of whether it was too fast , every society is having to test how fast we can open up and there are clearly big disadvantages to opening things up in the winter months where everything is against us , and they benefit the virus and they disadvantage the health service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think what has clearly happened is ministers have decided to go in a very staged way and that has allowed stopping things if the system does not allow .
`` That is what is happening today , that is what the Prime Minister has just announced is actually by going in stages you can stop at certain points and say 'actually this is a perfectly sensible thing to think about but looking at the data now this does not look like a sensible step to take at this point in time ' .
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The UK has potentially reached a limit for how much of society can be opened up, chief medical officer Chris Whitty has said.
He said the idea that 'we can open up everything and keep the virus under control is clearly wrong'.
In order to do 'more things' in the future, we may have to do 'less of some other things', he said.
If we do 'too much', then the virus will come back. But doing too little will impact society and the economy, he said.
Prof Whitty's comments came as plans to ease lockdown restrictions across the UK were postponed by the government.
Theatres, music venues and casinos will no longer reopen following concerns about transmission rates.
In Greater Manchester and other parts of the north of England, lockdown rules have been tightened further.
People can no longer visit other households in the region, or meet up with other households at bars and restaurants, following a concerning rise in cases.
Speaking during the Downing Street press conference on Friday, Prof Whitty said: “I think what we’re seeing from the data from ONS and other data is that we have probably reached near the limit or the limits of what we can do in terms of opening up society.
“So what that means potentially is that if we wish to do more things in the future, we may have to do less of some other things.
(Image: PA)
“And these will be difficult trade-offs, some of which will be decisions for government and some of which are for all of us as citizens to do.
“But we have to be realistic about this. The idea that we can open up everything and keep the virus under control is clearly wrong.”
He said that was the reason ministers had decided to remove restrictions in a 'staged way'.
He added: "In terms of whether it was too fast, every society is having to test how fast we can open up and there are clearly big disadvantages to opening things up in the winter months where everything is against us, and they benefit the virus and they disadvantage the health service and the NHS specifically.
"I think what has clearly happened is ministers have decided to go in a very staged way and that has allowed stopping things if the system does not allow.
"That is what is happening today, that is what the Prime Minister has just announced is actually by going in stages you can stop at certain points and say 'actually this is a perfectly sensible thing to think about but looking at the data now this does not look like a sensible step to take at this point in time'."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--We 'signed' Ferran Torres for Man City next season with interesting results

As Manchester City close in on the signing of Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake , the club are so pursuing a deal with Valencia winger Ferran Torres for a an initial £21m ( €23m ) fee with up to £10.5m ( €12m ) in add ons .
The 20-year-old Spaniard is a hugely promising attacking talent and with Leroy Sane leaving City to join Bayern Munich ahead of next season , the youngster could fit into Pep Guardiola 's squad for the present and the future , should the club complete a deal for him in this window .
This got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for City over an entire season ?
To find out , we used Football Manager 2020 to have a bit of fun and try to predict how City might perform with Ferran Torres in their squad after the next transfer window .
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To set up this simulation , we used the Football Manager 2020 editor to arrange the transfer of Ferran Torres to Man City on July 1st 2020 .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than 800,000 individuals and 45,000 active clubs , with data sourced from their international on the ground scouting network which numbers roughly 1,000 people , among their ranks are some who are involved in football in professional capacities , including scouts and coaches .
In addition , each annual iteration of Football Manager has built-in algorithms which check for outliers and data discrepancies .
Data accuracy is further ensured by input from contributors who are active within the professional game ( players , agents etc . )
who provide regular feedback .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ looks like in Football Manager 2020 in June 2020 .
The youngster is a great prospect with some exciting attributes , and is strong both physically and technically .
But , is he good enough to break into the first team at City ?
We then simulated the next two seasons to see what kind of impact Ferran Torres could have at City in the 2020/21 season .
Lets assess Torres ' 2020/21 season for City in more detail , by looking at his performance stats .
The 20-year-old was n't a regular @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , making a total of 25 appearances during the season across all competitions , of which only 14 of those were starts .
Torres made 15 Premier League appearances under Guardiola , making seven starts , but still managed to score four goals , which is a very decent return considering his relative lack of game time .
In fact , the Spaniard scored in every competition that he featured in , scoring six goals overall in 25 appearances .
Due to his lack of match action , Torres did n't feature in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2020/21 campaign , with Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez having impressive campaigns for the club in the wide areas .
With David Silva leaving , Phil Foden was a first team regular , with Bernardo Silva also often playing in central midfield alongside the youngster , due to some injury issues for Kevin De Bruyne in our simulation .
Manchester City won back the Premier League title from Liverpool in our FM 2020 simulation of the 2020/21 campaign , with Chelsea their closest title challengers .
This simulation suggests that Ferran Torres could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the club , rather than a direct replacement for the outgoing Leroy Sane , with the youngster struggling for regular match action under Guardiola in 2020/21 .
It 's clear that Torres is an incredibly talented young player , with some fantastic attributes , but our simulation suggests that he would struggle to break into the City first team ahead of Raheem Sterling , Riyad Mahrez and Bernardo Silva , next season at least .
Obviously , this Football Manager 2020 simulation is just a bit of fun , but our FM @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be an important long-term signing for the club , he may not be able to make a significant short-term impact due to the current strength of City 's attacking players .
But , there 's no doubting his strong potential .

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As Manchester City close in on the signing of Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake, the club are so pursuing a deal with Valencia winger Ferran Torres for a an initial £21m (€23m) fee with up to £10.5m (€12m) in add ons.
The 20-year-old Spaniard is a hugely promising attacking talent and with Leroy Sane leaving City to join Bayern Munich ahead of next season, the youngster could fit into Pep Guardiola's squad for the present and the future, should the club complete a deal for him in this window.
This got us thinking, how would Torres perform for City over an entire season?
To find out, we used Football Manager 2020 to have a bit of fun and try to predict how City might perform with Ferran Torres in their squad after the next transfer window.
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Ferran Torres 'signs' for City in July 2020
To set up this simulation, we used the Football Manager 2020 editor to arrange the transfer of Ferran Torres to Man City on July 1st 2020.
The Football Manager database currently contains data on more than 800,000 individuals and 45,000 active clubs, with data sourced from their international on the ground scouting network which numbers roughly 1,000 people, among their ranks are some who are involved in football in professional capacities, including scouts and coaches.
In addition, each annual iteration of Football Manager has built-in algorithms which check for outliers and data discrepancies. Data accuracy is further ensured by input from contributors who are active within the professional game (players, agents etc.) who provide regular feedback.
This is what Torres' player profile looks like in Football Manager 2020 in June 2020.
The youngster is a great prospect with some exciting attributes, and is strong both physically and technically. But, is he good enough to break into the first team at City?
We then simulated the next two seasons to see what kind of impact Ferran Torres could have at City in the 2020/21 season.
Torres' 2020/21 season for City
Lets assess Torres' 2020/21 season for City in more detail, by looking at his performance stats.
The 20-year-old wasn't a regular under Pep Guardiola in the 2020/21 campaign, making a total of 25 appearances during the season across all competitions, of which only 14 of those were starts.
Torres made 15 Premier League appearances under Guardiola, making seven starts, but still managed to score four goals, which is a very decent return considering his relative lack of game time. In fact, the Spaniard scored in every competition that he featured in, scoring six goals overall in 25 appearances.
Due to his lack of match action, Torres didn't feature in City's statistically best eleven during the 2020/21 campaign, with Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez having impressive campaigns for the club in the wide areas.
With David Silva leaving, Phil Foden was a first team regular, with Bernardo Silva also often playing in central midfield alongside the youngster, due to some injury issues for Kevin De Bruyne in our simulation.
City's performance with Torres in 2020/21
Manchester City won back the Premier League title from Liverpool in our FM 2020 simulation of the 2020/21 campaign, with Chelsea their closest title challengers.
This simulation suggests that Ferran Torres could potentially be more of a long-term prospect for the club, rather than a direct replacement for the outgoing Leroy Sane, with the youngster struggling for regular match action under Guardiola in 2020/21.
It's clear that Torres is an incredibly talented young player, with some fantastic attributes, but our simulation suggests that he would struggle to break into the City first team ahead of Raheem Sterling, Riyad Mahrez and Bernardo Silva, next season at least.
Obviously, this Football Manager 2020 simulation is just a bit of fun, but our FM 2020 simulation suggests that although Torres could be an important long-term signing for the club, he may not be able to make a significant short-term impact due to the current strength of City's attacking players. But, there's no doubting his strong potential.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--LIVE: Mayor Andy Burnham holds latest press conference on coronavirus situation

Andy Burnham will this afternoon hold his weekly press conference about the coronavirus situation in Greater Manchester .
Today ’ s update comes after the government announced a sudden tightening of measures - including limiting the mixing of households - for the conurbation last night , in the wake of rising infection rates in nine out of ten boroughs .
The news emerged abruptly last night , prompting a degree of confusion over the exact restrictions being introduced and their practical implications .
Government guidance subsequently said households in Greater Manchester and other parts of the North West should no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other than within ‘ support bubbles ’ .
People are also being told not to socialise in bars and restaurants with friends or family outside those bubbles .
The measures have been supported by Andy Burnham this morning , although it is understood the move went further than council leaders had expected .
In the light of that - and concerns over a lack of clarity in some regards , including over whether or not people can meet up in beer gardens - a joint statement is expected from the mayor and ten @ @ @ @ @ @ @ update .
There are also worries about the financial impact , particularly on small businesses that have only just reopened .
Matt Hancock made the announcement late last night , giving people just a few hours ’ notice of the tighter restrictions .
At lunchtime Boris Johnson held a press conference , warning the prevalence of cases nationally has now increased from one in 2,000 people a few weeks ago , to one in 1,500 .
In Greater Manchester , infection rates are rising everywhere apart from Rochdale , where numbers are relatively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ extra measures brought in a fortnight ago .
Oldham ’ s rate is particularly high , but Manchester and Trafford have both also seen sharp rises over the past week .
We 'll bring you the lates in the live blog below .

Andy Burnham will this afternoon hold his weekly press conference about the coronavirus situation in Greater Manchester.
Today’s update comes after the government announced a sudden tightening of measures - including limiting the mixing of households - for the conurbation last night, in the wake of rising infection rates in nine out of ten boroughs.
The news emerged abruptly last night, prompting a degree of confusion over the exact restrictions being introduced and their practical implications.
Government guidance subsequently said households in Greater Manchester and other parts of the North West should no longer mix, inside or outside, other than within ‘support bubbles’.
People are also being told not to socialise in bars and restaurants with friends or family outside those bubbles.
The measures have been supported by Andy Burnham this morning, although it is understood the move went further than council leaders had expected.
In the light of that - and concerns over a lack of clarity in some regards, including over whether or not people can meet up in beer gardens - a joint statement is expected from the mayor and ten council chiefs at this afternoon’s update.
There are also worries about the financial impact, particularly on small businesses that have only just reopened.
Matt Hancock made the announcement late last night, giving people just a few hours’ notice of the tighter restrictions.
At lunchtime Boris Johnson held a press conference, warning the prevalence of cases nationally has now increased from one in 2,000 people a few weeks ago, to one in 1,500.
In Greater Manchester, infection rates are rising everywhere apart from Rochdale, where numbers are relatively high but falling in the wake of extra measures brought in a fortnight ago.
Oldham’s rate is particularly high, but Manchester and Trafford have both also seen sharp rises over the past week.
We'll bring you the lates in the live blog below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Coronavirus lockdown measures change once again as PM makes statement

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said a further easing of lockdown across England has been postponed as he warned the country `` can not be complacent '' amid a rise in the prevalence of coronavirus in the community .
Measures due to be lifted on Saturday , including allowing small wedding receptions and reopening bowling alleys and casinos , have been postponed for at least two weeks .
Face coverings will also become mandatory in indoor settings such as museums and places of worship from August 8 , Boris Johnson said .
And England 's Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty warned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ease lockdown further .
The announcement comes after local lockdown measures were announced in parts of the north west of England of parts of West Yorkshire , banning people from different households meeting indoors or in gardens following a spike in virus cases .
Speaking at a Downing Street press conference on Friday alongside Prof Whitty , Mr Johnson said : `` As we see these rises around the world , we ca n't fool ourselves that we are exempt .
We must be willing to react to the first signs of trouble @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rising `` our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal ... in order to keep the virus under control '' .
What do you think of the measures and the clarity around them ?
Let us know in the survey below : The Office for National Statistics said there has been an increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England .
According to the ONS , between July 20 and 26 there were around 0.78 new Covid-19 infections for every 10,000 people in the community population in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cases per day .
This is up from an estimated 2,800 new cases a day in the previous week .
On Thursday evening it was announced that people from different households in Greater Manchester , parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire would no longer be allowed to meet each other inside their homes or in gardens .
The new rules , which came into effect from midnight , also ban members of two different households from mixing in pubs , restaurants and other hospitality venues , but these businesses will remain open @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same household .
Prof Whitty told the briefing said : `` I think what we 're seeing from the data from ONS and other data is that we have probably reached near the limit or the limits of what we can do in terms of opening up society .
`` So what that means potentially is that if we wish to do more things in the future , we may have to do less of some other things .
`` And these will be difficult trade-offs , some of which will be decisions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for all of us as citizens to do .
`` But we have to be realistic about this .
The idea that we can open up everything and keep the virus under control is clearly wrong . ''
Boris Johnson said it was right to respond to a “ warning light on the dashboard ” .
He told a Downing Street press conference : “ I ’ ve said throughout the pandemic that there would be fresh outbreaks .
“ I think from May I said – when we set out our plan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hesitate to put on the brakes at the slightest sign the numbers we ’ re going in the wrong direction ’ .
“ We ’ re now seeing a warning light on the dashboard , it is right to respond in the way that we are.
” He urged people to ensure they are washing their hands , covering their face and keeping to a social distance .
He said : “ The only real utensil we have controlling the spread of this new virus is human behaviour and the only way we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way or the other is to through advice .
“ And so you ’ re totally right we need to keep it as simple as we possibly can and that ’ s why , to sum it up in a nutshell , is : hands , face , space , wash your hands , cover your face in the settings that we had mentioned and keep your distance from other people where you don ’ t know them , you ’ re coming into contact with them for the first time , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you have symptoms .
“ I hope that was pretty… you know , that was pretty punchy I think – ‘ hands , face , space , and get a test ’ .
I think everybody can more or less remember that .
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson said a further easing of lockdown across England has been postponed as he warned the country "cannot be complacent" amid a rise in the prevalence of coronavirus in the community.
Measures due to be lifted on Saturday, including allowing small wedding receptions and reopening bowling alleys and casinos, have been postponed for at least two weeks.
Face coverings will also become mandatory in indoor settings such as museums and places of worship from August 8, Boris Johnson said.
And England's Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty warned that it might not be possible to ease lockdown further.
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The announcement comes after local lockdown measures were announced in parts of the north west of England of parts of West Yorkshire, banning people from different households meeting indoors or in gardens following a spike in virus cases.
Speaking at a Downing Street press conference on Friday alongside Prof Whitty, Mr Johnson said: "As we see these rises around the world, we can't fool ourselves that we are exempt. We must be willing to react to the first signs of trouble."
He said that with numbers rising "our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal... in order to keep the virus under control".
What do you think of the measures and the clarity around them? Let us know in the survey below:
The Office for National Statistics said there has been an increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England.
According to the ONS, between July 20 and 26 there were around 0.78 new Covid-19 infections for every 10,000 people in the community population in England - equal to around 4,200 new cases per day.
This is up from an estimated 2,800 new cases a day in the previous week.
On Thursday evening it was announced that people from different households in Greater Manchester, parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire would no longer be allowed to meet each other inside their homes or in gardens.
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The new rules, which came into effect from midnight, also ban members of two different households from mixing in pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues, but these businesses will remain open for those visiting individually or from the same household.
Prof Whitty told the briefing said: "I think what we're seeing from the data from ONS and other data is that we have probably reached near the limit or the limits of what we can do in terms of opening up society.
"So what that means potentially is that if we wish to do more things in the future, we may have to do less of some other things.
"And these will be difficult trade-offs, some of which will be decisions for government and some of which are for all of us as citizens to do.
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"But we have to be realistic about this. The idea that we can open up everything and keep the virus under control is clearly wrong."
Boris Johnson said it was right to respond to a “warning light on the dashboard”.
He told a Downing Street press conference: “I’ve said throughout the pandemic that there would be fresh outbreaks.
“I think from May I said – when we set out our plan – I said ‘we would not hesitate to put on the brakes at the slightest sign the numbers we’re going in the wrong direction’.
“We’re now seeing a warning light on the dashboard, it is right to respond in the way that we are.”
He urged people to ensure they are washing their hands, covering their face and keeping to a social distance.
He said: “The only real utensil we have controlling the spread of this new virus is human behaviour and the only way we can encourage people to behave in one way or the other is to through advice.
“And so you’re totally right we need to keep it as simple as we possibly can and that’s why, to sum it up in a nutshell, is: hands, face, space, wash your hands, cover your face in the settings that we had mentioned and keep your distance from other people where you don’t know them, you’re coming into contact with them for the first time, and of course get a test and self-isolate if you have symptoms.
“I hope that was pretty… you know, that was pretty punchy I think – ‘hands, face, space, and get a test’. I think everybody can more or less remember that.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--MP criticises government over 'blanket approach' to Greater Manchester lockdown

A Conservative MP has broken ranks to criticise the government ’ s decision to impose a Greater Manchester-wide 'local-lockdown ' .
New guidance forbidding people from visiting each other 's homes - except for in the case of ‘ social bubbles ’ - was announced amid much confusion late last night .
Different households must also not meet ‘ indoors ’ at pubs , bars and restaurants under the tighter restrictions .
The new rules also apply to East Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire .
William Wragg , MP for the Hazel Grove , took to Twitter to voice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as ‘ one homogeneous area ’ , adding ‘ to treat all 10 boroughs the same is not the right approach ’ .
His constituency lies within Stockport which , while consistently recording low infection rates , saw a surge in cases last weekend .
The overall picture in the borough remains less worrying than areas such as Oldham - which brought in new restrictions were brought in earlier this week - Rochdale , or even Trafford , which has seen a sudden rise in cases .
The new measures are to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wragg is calling for for a ‘ stronger focus on local data ’ as things progress .
He told the Local Democracy Reporting Service : “ All I would ask for is a stronger focus on local data , so it doesn ’ t have to be a blanket across the board in areas where there may not be as great a risk as in others .
“ I think we have to take as localised an approach as possible .
You can look at the stats and see the difference .
Yes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ uptick and that needs addressing , but it ’ s right to have a balanced approach.
” Earlier this week Stockport public health bosses admitted there was ‘ growing concern ’ over increasing infection rates among young adults , after cases increased from under five per day to up to 15 over the course of just a few days .
However , Mr Wragg added : “ I know the Stockport figures have increased , but they are not on the same scale as Oldham and some other boroughs .
“ I might @ @ @ @ @ @ @ really think a stronger focus on local data is the right approach going forward - particularly where I am , my constituency borders two counties - Derbyshire and Cheshire .
“ I want people to be sensible , to heed the guidance and if we all put our shoulder to the wheel again we will get through this as quickly as possible.
” The government has come in for heavy criticism over the way it handled the announcement - which came in the form of a 10pm Tweet from health secretary Matt Hancock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not criticise the government for taking ‘ swift action ’ which he said was appropriate in the circumstances - with infection rates rising across Greater Manchester in nine of its 10 boroughs .
He said : To pre-empt something would just cause more speculation .
It ’ s in a similar category to what was announced about Spain at the weekend .
The government is damned if they do and damned if they don ’ t .
“ It needed swiftness of action , it may have caught people on the hop , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s initial tweet drew support from fellow Conservative MP Sir Graham Brady , who represents Altrincham and Sale West .
New cases in Trafford rose from 26 in the week ending July 17 to 77 the following week - a more than four-fold increase in the rate per 100,000 people .
But Sir Graham , said he agreed with his Hazel Grove colleague , adding “ Latest update for Trafford says ‘ infections continue to be at a low level ’ ... ” However this drew a rebuke from the Coun Andrew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ council .
He tweeted back : “ If you require a briefing on the Trafford stats Graham let me know .
We are fifth in the country with hot spots in Hale and Hale Barns and significant uplift in cases amongst young people .
It ’ s all relative but we have an issue here .
”

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A Conservative MP has broken ranks to criticise the government’s decision to impose a Greater Manchester-wide 'local-lockdown'.
New guidance forbidding people from visiting each other's homes - except for in the case of ‘social bubbles’ - was announced amid much confusion late last night.
Different households must also not meet ‘indoors’ at pubs, bars and restaurants under the tighter restrictions.
The new rules also apply to East Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire.
William Wragg, MP for the Hazel Grove, took to Twitter to voice his displeasure over Greater Manchester being treated as ‘one homogeneous area’, adding ‘to treat all 10 boroughs the same is not the right approach’.
His constituency lies within Stockport which, while consistently recording low infection rates, saw a surge in cases last weekend.
The overall picture in the borough remains less worrying than areas such as Oldham - which brought in new restrictions were brought in earlier this week - Rochdale, or even Trafford, which has seen a sudden rise in cases.
The new measures are to be reviewed on a weekly basis. Mr Wragg is calling for for a ‘stronger focus on local data’ as things progress.
He told the Local Democracy Reporting Service : “All I would ask for is a stronger focus on local data, so it doesn’t have to be a blanket across the board in areas where there may not be as great a risk as in others.
“I think we have to take as localised an approach as possible. You can look at the stats and see the difference. Yes, there’s clearly been an uptick and that needs addressing, but it’s right to have a balanced approach.”
Earlier this week Stockport public health bosses admitted there was ‘growing concern’ over increasing infection rates among young adults, after cases increased from under five per day to up to 15 over the course of just a few days.
However, Mr Wragg added: “I know the Stockport figures have increased, but they are not on the same scale as Oldham and some other boroughs.
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“I might sound parochial about this, but I really think a stronger focus on local data is the right approach going forward - particularly where I am, my constituency borders two counties - Derbyshire and Cheshire.
“I want people to be sensible, to heed the guidance and if we all put our shoulder to the wheel again we will get through this as quickly as possible.”
The government has come in for heavy criticism over the way it handled the announcement - which came in the form of a 10pm Tweet from health secretary Matt Hancock.
But Mr Wragg says he does not criticise the government for taking ‘swift action’ which he said was appropriate in the circumstances - with infection rates rising across Greater Manchester in nine of its 10 boroughs.
He said: To pre-empt something would just cause more speculation. It’s in a similar category to what was announced about Spain at the weekend. The government is damned if they do and damned if they don’t.
“It needed swiftness of action, it may have caught people on the hop, but people can adjust.”
Mr Wragg’s initial tweet drew support from fellow Conservative MP Sir Graham Brady, who represents Altrincham and Sale West.
New cases in Trafford rose from 26 in the week ending July 17 to 77 the following week - a more than four-fold increase in the rate per 100,000 people.
But Sir Graham, said he agreed with his Hazel Grove colleague, adding “Latest update for Trafford says ‘infections continue to be at a low level’...”
However this drew a rebuke from the Coun Andrew Western, the Labour leader of Trafford council.
He tweeted back: “If you require a briefing on the Trafford stats Graham let me know. We are fifth in the country with hot spots in Hale and Hale Barns and significant uplift in cases amongst young people. It’s all relative but we have an issue here.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Wedding receptions will NOT be able to go ahead from this weekend

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that wedding receptions will NOT be able to go ahead from this weekend .
An easing to lockdown measures was expected to come into force on Saturday ( August 1 ) , which affected wedding celebrations .
The Prime Minister has now announced this can not happen for at least another two weeks .
It comes after news broke on Thursday evening that Greater Manchester , parts of East Lancashire and West Yorkshire would see new , strict rules following a spike in coronavirus cases .
Speaking during the Downing Street briefing Mr Johnson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up , our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal… in order to keep the virus under control .
`` On Saturday August 1 , you 'll remember we had hoped to reopen a number of the higher-risk settings that had remained closed and today I 'm saying we ’ re postponing those changes for at least a fortnight .
`` That means until August 15 at the earliest casinos , bowling alleys , skating rinks and the remaining close-contact services must remain closed .
`` Indoor performances will not resume @ @ @ @ @ @ @ venues and conference centres will not take place , and wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted . ''
He added : `` I know that the steps we are taking will be a real blow to many people , to everyone whose wedding plans have been disrupted or who can not now celebrate Eid in the way that they would wish .
`` And I 'm really , really sorry about that but we can not simply take the risk . ''
Weddings and civil partnerships are still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guest limit of up to a maximum of 30 people .
This only applies to wedding ceremonies , as large wedding receptions or parties are still not allowed to take place .
There has been an increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England , the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) says .
Latest date from the Office of National Statistics says that , between July 20 and 26 there were around 0.78 new Covid-19 infections for every 10,000 people in the community population in England .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ cases per day - up from an estimated 2,800 new cases a day in the previous week .

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that wedding receptions will NOT be able to go ahead from this weekend.
An easing to lockdown measures was expected to come into force on Saturday (August 1), which affected wedding celebrations.
The Prime Minister has now announced this cannot happen for at least another two weeks.
It comes after news broke on Thursday evening that Greater Manchester, parts of East Lancashire and West Yorkshire would see new, strict rules following a spike in coronavirus cases.
Speaking during the Downing Street briefing Mr Johnson said: "With those numbers creeping up, our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal… in order to keep the virus under control.
"On Saturday August 1, you'll remember we had hoped to reopen a number of the higher-risk settings that had remained closed and today I'm saying we’re postponing those changes for at least a fortnight.
"That means until August 15 at the earliest casinos, bowling alleys, skating rinks and the remaining close-contact services must remain closed.
"Indoor performances will not resume, pilots of larger gatherings in sports venues and conference centres will not take place, and wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted."
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He added: "I know that the steps we are taking will be a real blow to many people, to everyone whose wedding plans have been disrupted or who cannot now celebrate Eid in the way that they would wish.
"And I'm really, really sorry about that but we cannot simply take the risk."
Weddings and civil partnerships are still allowed to take place, with a guest limit of up to a maximum of 30 people.
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This only applies to wedding ceremonies, as large wedding receptions or parties are still not allowed to take place.
There has been an increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) says.
Latest date from the Office of National Statistics says that, between July 20 and 26 there were around 0.78 new Covid-19 infections for every 10,000 people in the community population in England.
This is equal to around 4,200 new cases per day - up from an estimated 2,800 new cases a day in the previous week.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--What do you think of the new local lockdown measures?

What do you think of the new lockdown measures that have been introduced across Greater Manchester ?
While not a @ @ @ @ @ in Leicester , from Friday , July 31 , people in Greater Manchester and parts @ @ @ @ @ been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens following a spike @ @ @ @ @ new measures were announced in a series of tweets on Thursday evening by health secretary @ @ @ @ @ also prevent members of two different households from mixing in pubs , restaurants and other @ @ @ @ @ has said it will give police forces and councils powers to enforce the new rules @ @ @ @ @ will be put in place , including for the vulnerable .
The timing and detail @ @ @ @ @ prompted a wave of criticism both nationally and locally .
But what do you think @ @ @ @ @ clarity around them ?
Let us know in the survey below :

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What do you think of the new lockdown measures that have been introduced across Greater Manchester?
While not a full local lockdown as seen in Leicester, from Friday, July 31, people in Greater Manchester and parts of Lancashire and Yorkshire have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens following a spike in coronavirus cases.
The new measures were announced in a series of tweets on Thursday evening by health secretary Matt Hancock
The revised restrictions also prevent members of two different households from mixing in pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues.
The Government has said it will give police forces and councils powers to enforce the new rules - adding that some exemptions will be put in place, including for the vulnerable.
The timing and detail of the government's messaging prompted a wave of criticism both nationally and locally.
But what do you think of the measures and the clarity around them? Let us know in the survey below:


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Greater Manchester residents told to cancel any plans to visit Scotland

Residents in Greater Manchester have been told to 'cancel ' any plans to visit Scotland .
The message from Scotland 's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon on Friday ( July 31 ) , came just 12 hours after it was announced more than four million people will face tougher lockdown restrictions , including in parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire .
Scottish people are advised to avoid travel to areas in northern England facing the new tougher restrictions after a spike in coronavirus cases .
Travel between Scotland and Greater Manchester , east Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said : `` I 'm grateful to the Prime Minister for the update on the recent developments in the North West of England and all four nations agreed on the importance of sharing localised information as we work together to continue to suppress the virus .
`` We have always been clear that localised flare ups are likely as we continue to suppress the virus but by responding quickly and appropriately we can limit the effect these have on wider transmission .
`` I strongly advise anyone planning to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of England , or anyone planning to travel to Scotland from those same areas , to cancel their plans .
`` Anyone whose travel is essential should follow public health advice at all times including the FACTS guidance and remain extra vigilant in monitoring for symptoms . ''
The new rules mean people in affected lockdown areas have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens .
That includes members of two different households mixing in pubs , restaurants and other hospitality venues .
Boris Johnson has also announced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weekend is being scrapped for 'at least a fortnight ' - August 15 at the earliest .
Indoor performances will also not resume , ice skating rinks , bowling alleys and casinos will not reopen and wedding receptions with up to 30 people will not take place .

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Residents in Greater Manchester have been told to 'cancel' any plans to visit Scotland.
The message from Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon on Friday (July 31), came just 12 hours after it was announced more than four million people will face tougher lockdown restrictions, including in parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire.
Scottish people are advised to avoid travel to areas in northern England facing the new tougher restrictions after a spike in coronavirus cases.
Travel between Scotland and Greater Manchester, east Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire should only be undertaken if absolutely essential.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said: "I'm grateful to the Prime Minister for the update on the recent developments in the North West of England and all four nations agreed on the importance of sharing localised information as we work together to continue to suppress the virus.
"We have always been clear that localised flare ups are likely as we continue to suppress the virus but by responding quickly and appropriately we can limit the effect these have on wider transmission.
"I strongly advise anyone planning to travel to areas affected in the north of England, or anyone planning to travel to Scotland from those same areas, to cancel their plans.
"Anyone whose travel is essential should follow public health advice at all times including the FACTS guidance and remain extra vigilant in monitoring for symptoms."
The new rules mean people in affected lockdown areas have been banned from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens. That includes members of two different households mixing in pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues.
Boris Johnson has also announced that plans to ease lockdown further this weekend is being scrapped for 'at least a fortnight' - August 15 at the earliest.
Indoor performances will also not resume, ice skating rinks, bowling alleys and casinos will not reopen and wedding receptions with up to 30 people will not take place.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Everything that must stay shut as lockdown easing postponed

Theatres , music venues , bowling alleys , skating rinks and casinos can no longer reopen this weekend as the easing of lockdown is postponed in England .
Restrictions were set to be relaxed from August 1 to allow performances to take place in front of socially-distanced audiences and other 'higher risk ' leisure attractions to reopen .
'Close contact ' beauty services such as facial treatments were also set to resume but will now be postponed for at least a fortnight .
It follows the introduction of widespread local lockdown measures across the whole of Greater Manchester and parts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shock announcement last night .
People living in the affected areas will no longer be able to visit friends and family in homes and private gardens , or meet up indoors in restaurants and bars .
Boris Johnson said the Government was taking 'swift ' action to suppress the virus following evidence that its prevalence is rising for the first time since May .
He said : `` You will remember at every point I have said our plan to reopen society and the economy is conditional , that it relies on continued @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would not hesitate to put the brakes on if required .
`` With those numbers creeping up our assessment is that we should now squeeze that brake pedal to keep the virus under control .
What do you think of the measures and the clarity around them ?
Let us know in the survey below : '' On August 1 , you 'll remember we had hoped to reopen in England a number of those higher risk settings and today I 'm afraid we 're postponing those changes for at least a fortnight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the earliest , casinos , bowling alleys , skating rinks and the remaining close contact services must remain closed .
`` Indoor performances will not resume , pilots of larger crowds in sports venues and conference centres will not take place and wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted - but ceremonies of course can continue to take place in line with Covid secure guidelines . ''
Pilot performances had taken place over the past fortnight including a comedy show at Manchester 's Frog and Bucket on Wednesday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weekend .
Jessica Toomey , director of the Oldham Street comedy club , said : “ This is a huge blow to the club and the industry as a whole .
`` We ’ ve put a considerable amount of time and investment gearing up to re-open again but we have to respect the decision .
The show will go on .
The Frog will return bigger and better .
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Theatres, music venues, bowling alleys, skating rinks and casinos can no longer reopen this weekend as the easing of lockdown is postponed in England.
Restrictions were set to be relaxed from August 1 to allow performances to take place in front of socially-distanced audiences and other 'higher risk' leisure attractions to reopen.
'Close contact' beauty services such as facial treatments were also set to resume but will now be postponed for at least a fortnight.
It follows the introduction of widespread local lockdown measures across the whole of Greater Manchester and parts of Lancashire and West Yorkshire in a shock announcement last night.
People living in the affected areas will no longer be able to visit friends and family in homes and private gardens, or meet up indoors in restaurants and bars.
Boris Johnson said the Government was taking 'swift' action to suppress the virus following evidence that its prevalence is rising for the first time since May.
He said: "You will remember at every point I have said our plan to reopen society and the economy is conditional, that it relies on continued progress against the virus, and we would not hesitate to put the brakes on if required.
"With those numbers creeping up our assessment is that we should now squeeze that brake pedal to keep the virus under control.
What do you think of the measures and the clarity around them? Let us know in the survey below:
"On August 1, you'll remember we had hoped to reopen in England a number of those higher risk settings and today I'm afraid we're postponing those changes for at least a fortnight.
"That means until August 15 at the earliest, casinos, bowling alleys, skating rinks and the remaining close contact services must remain closed.
"Indoor performances will not resume, pilots of larger crowds in sports venues and conference centres will not take place and wedding receptions of up to 30 people will not be permitted - but ceremonies of course can continue to take place in line with Covid secure guidelines."
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Pilot performances had taken place over the past fortnight including a comedy show at Manchester's Frog and Bucket on Wednesday in preparation for venues to reopen this weekend.
Jessica Toomey, director of the Oldham Street comedy club, said: “This is a huge blow to the club and the industry as a whole.
"We’ve put a considerable amount of time and investment gearing up to re-open again but we have to respect the decision. The show will go on. The Frog will return bigger and better.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Is childcare exempt from the new local lockdown restrictions?

Many parents , childminders and nannies across Greater Manchester have been left confused by the government announcement on new local lockdown restrictions .
Following a spike in coronavirus cases , more than four million people will face tighter measures - including in parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire .
The new rules ban people from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens - and members of two different households mixing in pubs , restaurants and other hospitality venues .
This has lead many to ask questions around childcare , with people wondering what the move means for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lucy Powell , Labour MP for Manchester Central , said the news had led to `` many questions '' .
`` My understanding is that this is a precautionary measure to stop people going to other households , '' she said .
`` It does n't affect other activities like travel , childcare , going to work , hairdressers etc . ''
Speaking on BBC Radio Manchester , health secretary Matt Hancock said the restrictions does not apply to work .
He said `` the evidence is transmission of the virus has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ government guidance clearly states you should not meet with people you do not live with in their homes or gardens .
This applies to someone visiting your home - or you visiting theirs for childcare purposes .
It still says that two households , or up to six people from multiple households , can still meet in outdoor public places ( like parks ) for childcare .
Where people from single adult households ( people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18 ) have formed a support bubble @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to visit each other for childcare purposes .
This means that if you 're a single parent and have formed a support bubble with your parent ( s ) or another family member who helps with childcare , this wo n't change .

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Many parents, childminders and nannies across Greater Manchester have been left confused by the government announcement on new local lockdown restrictions.
Following a spike in coronavirus cases, more than four million people will face tighter measures - including in parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire.
The new rules ban people from meeting each other inside their homes or in gardens - and members of two different households mixing in pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues.
This has lead many to ask questions around childcare, with people wondering what the move means for childminder and grandparents looking after kids.
Lucy Powell, Labour MP for Manchester Central, said the news had led to "many questions".
"My understanding is that this is a precautionary measure to stop people going to other households," she said.
"It doesn't affect other activities like travel, childcare, going to work, hairdressers etc."
Speaking on BBC Radio Manchester, health secretary Matt Hancock said the restrictions does not apply to work.
He said "the evidence is transmission of the virus has been increased through households."
The offical government guidance clearly states you should not meet with people you do not live with in their homes or gardens.
This applies to someone visiting your home - or you visiting theirs for childcare purposes.
It still says that two households, or up to six people from multiple households, can still meet in outdoor public places (like parks) for childcare. Where people from single adult households (people who live alone or single parents with dependent children aged under 18) have formed a support bubble with another household, they can continue to visit each other for childcare purposes.
This means that if you're a single parent and have formed a support bubble with your parent(s) or another family member who helps with childcare, this won't change.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--This what people are saying as Greater Manchester wakes up to local lockdown

There has been confusion , upset and anger today ( Friday ) as people across Greater Manchester come to terms with the raft of new local lockdown measures .
The government announced late last night new rules applying to residents in all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester , which prohibit people from meeting other households in private homes or gardens as well as hospitality venues .
The news was announced in a series of tweets by the Health Secretary Matt Hancock just before 9.30pm .
He said it was targeted action in response to an increase in cases in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to households meeting and not abiding to social distancing ' .
There has been an outpouring of emotion as people face up to the reality of the news .
Mancunian comedian Jason Manford said on Twitter : `` Kids stayed over at my parents last night .
Went to bed okay , woke up breaking the law ! ''
People 's plans went up in the smoke- and there was frustration at some of the seeming contradictions within the guidance .
Dan O'Donoghue said : `` After a long drive from London to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trying to work out whether we have to sleep in the car — this comms operation is literally sketched out in crayon . ''
Shell , also on Twitter said : `` It ’ s absolutely ridiculous isn ’ t it ?
And at least give us a little bit of notice when we ’ ve all made plans .
`` Boris Johnson this has to be some kind of joke imposing laws on the same day and not giving people chance to at least make other arrangements . ''
Ann Norris said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Doesn ’ t seem fair that we can go to pubs restaurants and shop amongst people we have never met but can not see our loved ones who we know have followed all the previous rules . ''
Jo Rowbotham said : `` So I can go to Alton Towers with thousands of random people , but not have my brother round for a piece of our should have been our wedding day cake tomorrow ?
`` No wonder people are ignoring lockdown , it 's madness . ''
Alex Aspin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clear where you can and can ’ t go .
If you need your cash card you can most certainly go , if you don ’ t need your cash card don ’ t you even think about it . ''

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There has been confusion, upset and anger today (Friday) as people across Greater Manchester come to terms with the raft of new local lockdown measures.
The government announced late last night new rules applying to residents in all ten boroughs of Greater Manchester, which prohibit people from meeting other households in private homes or gardens as well as hospitality venues.
The news was announced in a series of tweets by the Health Secretary Matt Hancock just before 9.30pm.
He said it was targeted action in response to an increase in cases in the region which he said was 'largely due to households meeting and not abiding to social distancing'.
There has been an outpouring of emotion as people face up to the reality of the news.
Mancunian comedian Jason Manford said on Twitter: "Kids stayed over at my parents last night. Went to bed okay, woke up breaking the law!"
People's plans went up in the smoke- and there was frustration at some of the seeming contradictions within the guidance.
Dan O'Donoghue said: "After a long drive from London to Manchester to see the in-laws, currently trying to work out whether we have to sleep in the car — this comms operation is literally sketched out in crayon."
Shell, also on Twitter said: "It’s absolutely ridiculous isn’t it? And at least give us a little bit of notice when we’ve all made plans.
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"Boris Johnson this has to be some kind of joke imposing laws on the same day and not giving people chance to at least make other arrangements."
Ann Norris said on the Manchester Evening News Facebook page: "Doesn’t seem fair that we can go to pubs restaurants and shop amongst people we have never met but cannot see our loved ones who we know have followed all the previous rules."
Jo Rowbotham said: "So I can go to Alton Towers with thousands of random people, but not have my brother round for a piece of our should have been our wedding day cake tomorrow?
"No wonder people are ignoring lockdown, it's madness."
Alex Aspin said: "It’s very clear where you can and can’t go. If you need your cash card you can most certainly go, if you don’t need your cash card don’t you even think about it."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--Nathan Ake can help offer Pep Guardiola what he's wanted for years at Man City

There was a lot of discussion around price when it emerged on Thursday that Manchester City had agreed a £41m fee with Bournemouth for Nathan Ake .
The Dutch defender has earned many admirers during the early years of his career , from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - the United manager seen on camera recently telling Ake he was looking for a left-footed defender before clumsily trying to dismiss it - to Liverpool colossus Virgil Van Dijk to Pep Guardiola .
City 's manager has seen enough from various tanglings with Eddie Howe 's team to know how impressive Ake can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the demands he places on central defenders .
For a host of reasons though , despite the obvious suitability the £41m fee has been questioned by many .
It appears to be an awful lot of money for a player relegated in a team that conceded far too many goals , and not too reflective of the idea that the transfer market would be financially hit by the pandemic .
Given Ake is unlikely to replace Aymeric Laporte though , backed by Guardiola as the best left-sided defender in world football , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ skeptical while the fact City are still hunting for defensive recruitments suggests £41m may not guarantee a starter .
As well as offering the reliability across the season that John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi have failed to show , though , Ake can also offer Guardiola a platform to line up with a back three/five - as he has done against them for Bournemouth .
City began the 2017/18 campaign playing 3-5-2 after enjoying success with it during their pre-season tour , and a 5-0 thumping of Liverpool showed the signs of promise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Benjamin Mendy in September 2017 kiboshed the idea , and it has been largely shelved as a formation ever since .
However , with Walker looking as good as he ever has on the right , Mendy at his most reliable ( admittedly not saying that much ) and even Joao Cancelo on the up , City could finally have the security they need to use the formation again .
With Ake in the squad , there would certainly be no doubts at centre-back .
Even if this was n't used in every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ formations during games has been a key element of Guardiola 's success in catching out opposition teams for enough time to make a decisive change in the scoreline .
After a season where too many opposition teams have found things all too easy against a defence that has been stretched too thin , being able to have that versatility across the backline should transform the defence .
That , City would argue , is a price well worth paying .

There was a lot of discussion around price when it emerged on Thursday that Manchester City had agreed a £41m fee with Bournemouth for Nathan Ake.
The Dutch defender has earned many admirers during the early years of his career, from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - the United manager seen on camera recently telling Ake he was looking for a left-footed defender before clumsily trying to dismiss it - to Liverpool colossus Virgil Van Dijk to Pep Guardiola. City's manager has seen enough from various tanglings with Eddie Howe's team to know how impressive Ake can be and how primed he is to the demands he places on central defenders.
For a host of reasons though, despite the obvious suitability the £41m fee has been questioned by many.
It appears to be an awful lot of money for a player relegated in a team that conceded far too many goals, and not too reflective of the idea that the transfer market would be financially hit by the pandemic. Given Ake is unlikely to replace Aymeric Laporte though, backed by Guardiola as the best left-sided defender in world football, the idea of a left-footed pairing has some skeptical while the fact City are still hunting for defensive recruitments suggests £41m may not guarantee a starter.
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As well as offering the reliability across the season that John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi have failed to show, though, Ake can also offer Guardiola a platform to line up with a back three/five - as he has done against them for Bournemouth.
City began the 2017/18 campaign playing 3-5-2 after enjoying success with it during their pre-season tour, and a 5-0 thumping of Liverpool showed the signs of promise. Yet the serious injury suffered by Benjamin Mendy in September 2017 kiboshed the idea, and it has been largely shelved as a formation ever since.
However, with Walker looking as good as he ever has on the right, Mendy at his most reliable (admittedly not saying that much) and even Joao Cancelo on the up, City could finally have the security they need to use the formation again. With Ake in the squad, there would certainly be no doubts at centre-back.
Even if this wasn't used in every match or all the time, switching formations during games has been a key element of Guardiola's success in catching out opposition teams for enough time to make a decisive change in the scoreline.
After a season where too many opposition teams have found things all too easy against a defence that has been stretched too thin, being able to have that versatility across the backline should transform the defence. That, City would argue, is a price well worth paying.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-31--MP says 'this looks like a second wave - we should go the whole hog'

An MP has urged the government to 'go the whole hog ' with new restrictions as he warned that a rise in cases in some areas 'looks like the start of a second wave ' .
New local restrictions announced by health secretary Matt Hancock last night ( Thursday ) ban people from different households from meeting each other indoors .
The rules apply in the whole of Greater Manchester , as well as parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire .
It comes after NHS data showed that much of the transmission in these areas was down to friends @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Yorkshire MP Barry Sheerman said he feared a second wave of coronavirus had already started adding that lockdown measures need to be tougher .
He said the government should be going further in its measures by closing pubs .
“ I called for compulsory face masks yesterday .
What people can not understand is you can meet someone in a pub but you can not see them by popping next door , '' he said .
“ If this is a second wave , and it looks like it is , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ face masks and shut the pubs as well . ''
Mr Sheerman criticised the government saying people stopped following rules after it emerged that Dominic Cummings had travelled to Durham while the government was ordering people to stay home .
“ The truth is this government has presided over the worst result for coronavirus deaths in the whole of Europe , '' he said .
“ It ’ s deplorable and everyone knows people stopped knowing the rules at a critical psychological time – when ( Dominic ) Cummings got off .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clarity.
” He is not the only MP that has hit out at the government 's messaging on the new restrictions .
Labour shadow foreign secretary Lisa Nandy said it was `` chaos '' following the announcement shortly after 9pm last night .
The Wigan MP told Sky News : “ Nobody is arguing that the government shouldn ’ t move quickly where evidence exits that there has been a spike in Covid cases , and we have certainly seen that in Greater Manchester .
“ So , it ’ s absolutely right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can not describe to you the level of chaos that there was last night with this announcement .
“ Because the Government was essentially asking people to comply with new rules in just a few hours time without any detail about what those rules were going to be .
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An MP has urged the government to 'go the whole hog' with new restrictions as he warned that a rise in cases in some areas 'looks like the start of a second wave'.
New local restrictions announced by health secretary Matt Hancock last night (Thursday) ban people from different households from meeting each other indoors.
The rules apply in the whole of Greater Manchester, as well as parts of east Lancashire and West Yorkshire.
It comes after NHS data showed that much of the transmission in these areas was down to friends and family meeting up in private homes.
Yorkshire MP Barry Sheerman said he feared a second wave of coronavirus had already started adding that lockdown measures need to be tougher.
He said the government should be going further in its measures by closing pubs.
“I called for compulsory face masks yesterday. What people cannot understand is you can meet someone in a pub but you cannot see them by popping next door," he said.
“If this is a second wave, and it looks like it is, we should go the whole hog – compulsory face masks and shut the pubs as well."
Mr Sheerman criticised the government saying people stopped following rules after it emerged that Dominic Cummings had travelled to Durham while the government was ordering people to stay home.
“The truth is this government has presided over the worst result for coronavirus deaths in the whole of Europe," he said.
“It’s deplorable and everyone knows people stopped knowing the rules at a critical psychological time – when (Dominic) Cummings got off.
“Since then there has not been any clarity.”
He is not the only MP that has hit out at the government's messaging on the new restrictions.
Labour shadow foreign secretary Lisa Nandy said it was "chaos" following the announcement shortly after 9pm last night.
The Wigan MP told Sky News: “Nobody is arguing that the government shouldn’t move quickly where evidence exits that there has been a spike in Covid cases, and we have certainly seen that in Greater Manchester.
“So, it’s absolutely right that they do this. But I cannot describe to you the level of chaos that there was last night with this announcement.
“Because the Government was essentially asking people to comply with new rules in just a few hours time without any detail about what those rules were going to be.”