thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Brexit LIVE: Huge blow hits Japan trade deal as Tokyo demands UK makes MAJOR compromise

But Tokyo wants the faster removal of British tariffs on industrial goods , something which is clearly frustrating UK negotiators .
A UK official told the Financial Times : “ We will work to ensure that a deal can be finalised as soon as possible , but we are clear that we will not accept rollbacks on key UK market access . ''
On rules of origin , the UK wants “ extended cumulation ” , meaning goods would count as British under any deal - even if a lot of components come from Europe - but Japan has so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
There are also outstanding issues non investment and legal trade , with the UK making a late push to demand that Japan reduce its regulatory barriers .
1.50am update : China warns UK 's action on Hong Kong will lead to consequences for Brexit China ’ s ambassador to the UK has warned there could be consequences for Brexit if Britain continues to take action over the Hong Kong situation .
Britain has confirmed it will relax its immigration rules for potentially millions of Hong Kong residents after China imposed a controversial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But China ’ s ambassador Liu Xiaoming said yesterday there would be “ consequences ” for this , adding China would stop recognising British National ( Overseas ) passports held by many Hong Kong residents .
Mr Liu said : “ When Brexit is completed and Covid-19 is over , there will be unlimited prospects for UK-China co-operation in areas of trade , financial services , science and technology , education and healthcare .
“ It is hard to imagine a global Britain that bypasses or excludes China .
Decoupling from China means @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and decoupling from the future.
” 9.15pm update : Ireland warns of 'skirmishes at sea ' with UK boats EU fishermen have warned of skirmishes with British counterparts if both sides can not agree a post-Brexit trade deal before the end of the year .
The rows could break out as Irish , Dutch , Belgian and French vessels lose access to the UK ’ s fishing grounds if the transition period expires without an agreement in place .
Sean O ’ Donoghue , CEO of the Killybegs Fishermen ’ s Organisation , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just Ireland that is affected by the British withdrawal from the Common Fisheries Policy though , as I believe the French fleet will up the ante . ''
Sterling rose against both the dollar and the euro today , topped the key $ 1.30 mark , but Brexit-related risks and the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic kept investors cautious on the currency 's longer-term outlook .
Versus the dollar , the pound was at $ 1.3066 at 2:30pm , up 0.6 percent on the day .
It was up around 0.6 percent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pence .
The pound is up 5.3 percent against dollar this month but only 0.5 percent against the euro .
5.30pm SNP backlash to UK internal market bill to deal with Post-Brexit UK trade The Scottish Government has pledged to fight `` tooth and nail '' against Westminster plans it has branded a `` blatant power grab '' .
Scottish Constitution Secretary Mike Russell made a statement to Holyrood on Thursday , vowing to oppose the UK Government 's proposals to establish a new internal market between the four nations at the end @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tories criticised Mr Russell 's `` hysterical and misleading rhetoric '' and said creating an internal market is necessary to allow firms in Scotland to do business in other parts of the UK .
But the Constitution Secretary said : `` Every single power that the Scottish Parliament has can be undermined and taken away by these proposals .
3.45pm update : EU no longer seeking Belfast base to oversee trade between Ireland and UK The EU is no longer seeking a Belfast office to oversee its trade relations with Northern Ireland , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gove previously ruled out a request to monitor special arrangements keeping the region in line with EU rules after Brexit .
But Stormont civil servant Dr Andrew McCormick said that time was running out for a free trade deal to be sealed with Europe before the end of this year , He added : `` The Commission are no longer pressing for a representational office in Belfast .
What they are asking for is sufficient and proportional oversight . ''
Until the end of this year the UK will remain in the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a free trade deal can not be sealed with the EU before then the Northern Ireland protocol will be introduced .
Under the terms of the protocol , which is designed to avoid border checks on the island of Ireland , Northern Ireland will be a part of the UK 's customs territory but will still follow EU customs law and administer the bloc 's customs rules at its ports .
The region will also follow EU single market regulations on goods .
2.27pm update : Brussels brags 'self-involved ’ Britain can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU ’ s radar anymore ’ Britain is “ too self-involved ” to see Brexit isn ’ t a priority for the EU anymore , a Brussels official has bragged .
An EU diplomat has said Brexit “ isn ’ t on the EU ’ s radar anymore ” after the bloc spent days thrashing out its economic recovery fund to manage the fallout from the coronavirus crisis .
Another expert also described Brexit as a “ small beer ” in comparison to the other problems the bloc is currently facing .
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SNP split erupts as Sturgeon rival lashes out at Brexit obsession A huge split has erupted within the SNP after a senior MP and rival of leader Nicola Sturgeon launched an attack on the party 's obsession with Brexit , urging the SNP to drop the argument to focus its attentions on delivering Scottish independence .
Joanna Cherry , who is the SNP 's Shadow Justice and Home Affairs Secretary , said Scotland 's ruling party needed `` fresh arguments '' to win independence in the country .
She has admitted despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 48 in December 's general election , the huge win for Boris Johnson and his Conservative Party means Scotland 's ruling party has a lot less power to sway cross-party votes against the Government .
Writing in Scottish newspaper The National , she said : `` The sad reality is that because Johnson won big in England and has an 80-seat majority , the SNP group at Westminster have less power in this parliament with 48 seats than we had with 35 seats in the previous hung parliament .
`` The opportunities for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ numerous defeats of the UK Government under both Theresa May and Johnson are gone ; just as the days of endless Brexit skirmishes are over because the direct result of Johnson ’ s General Election victory was that Brexit has finally been delivered . ''
12.30pm update : Labour warns giant post-Brexit 'lorry park ' would be 'bad news ' for UK business Labour has warned the creation of a huge `` emergency lorry park '' in Kent to hold up to 10,000 vehicles waiting to travel to Europe would be `` bad @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gone through a terrible time '' .
The party 's Brexit spokeswoman Rachel Reeves warned the UK is `` staring down the barrel of Brexit '' with just five months left until the end of the transition period .
The Government recently acquired a 27-acre site near Ashford and there are fears this will be used as an `` emergency lorry park '' for thousands of vehicles waiting to travel to continental Europe , as well as border-related checks .
Ms Reeves told the PA news agency : `` The Government said this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trade deal ever to negotiate .
`` We 're four years later ( after the referendum ) and we still do n't have a trade deal .
`` The Prime Minister said just a couple of months ago that a trade deal would be secured by the end of July .
`` Well we are now at the end of July , we do n't have a trade deal , all we have is a blueprint for a giant lorry park in the middle of Kent .
`` It is bad news for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through a terrible time in the last few months . ''
11.48am update : Car industry could face widespread closures and job losses amid fears of 'double whammy ' of Brexit tarfifs The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders ( SMMT ) has warned of possible widespread closures and job losses as a result post-Brexit tariffs after data showed the number of cars built in the UK over the past six months has slumped to the lowest since 1954 .
A total of 381,357 cars were built in the six months to June @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ago .
The SMMT has estimated 11,349 jobs were axed in the past six months at carmakers and companies which supply them with parts and services .
The trade body is calling for trade talks between the UK and EU to be accelerated , warning most car firms have complained of a lack of clarity to prepare for an end of the transition period .
SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes said : `` These figures are yet more grim reading for the industry and its workforce , and reveal the difficulties all automotive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while tackling sectoral challenges like no other .
`` Recovery is difficult for all companies , but automotive is unique in facing immense technological shifts , business uncertainty and a fundamental change to trading conditions while dealing with coronavirus .
`` Our factories were once set to make two million cars in 2020 but could now produce less than half that number , a result of the devastating effects of the pandemic on top of already challenging market conditions and years of Brexit uncertainty . ''
Remainer Sadiq Khan ’ s team thought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than the coronavirus as the killer disease took hold on the UK , it has emerged .
The London Mayor faces embarrassment today after it emerged his City Hall staff believed Britain ’ s exit from the EU was a bigger crisis than the pandemic , which has killed more than 600,000 people across the world .
Just eight days before schools were forced to close their doors to fight the outbreak , the Greater London Authority put Brexit , housing supply and the London Plan at the top of its list for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as 12 .
Whereas the coronavirus crisis was rated a 9 in the plans , agreed on March 10 - just weeks before the UK went in to lockdown to stop the spread of COVID-19 .
Sterling has risen against a weaker euro but has fallen against the US dollar after the $ 1.30 level reached late in the previous session did not hold , with Brexit and the economic fallout from coronavirus weighing on the currency .
Against the dollar , the pound was at $ 1.2984 at 8.09am , down 0.1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ markets in New York .
The currency was up 0.2 against a weaker euro at 90.535 pence .
ING strategists wrote in a note to clients : `` GBP investors remain in a cautious wait-and-see approach as UK-EU trade negotiations ( the key driver of the currency ) appear at a standstill .
`` Looking at EUR/GBP , the pair does not appear overly stretched and more potential GBP stress as post-Brexit uncertainty rises points at further upside potential , in our view . ''
8.35am update : EU still does n't get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fishing access as it 's 'no big deal ' The EU has demanded Britain hand over unfettered access to its rich fishing waters in a post-Brexit trade deal because `` it 's not such a big give '' , in comments which will likely infuriate fishermen across the country .
One of the main sticking points in ongoing trade negotiations between the UK and Brussels remains fishing rights , with David Frost firmly standing his ground on a demand for a zonal attachment system while the EU is urging a compromise .
EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ slapping sanctions on Britain in other areas of trade if European trawlers were kicked out of UK seas .
One EU source has suggested that it would be in Britain 's interests to bow to the bloc 's pressure .
They said : `` It 's a big ask for the EU and it 's not such a big give for the UK , because in the end it 's access to waters for access to markets .
`` You ca n't eat fish in the morning , the evening , and at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Telegraph : `` There is a clear interest on the UK side , because their fleet won ’ t even be able to fish as much as is now being fished in UK waters , and the majority of their fish products exported to the internal market . ''
8.08am update : Lib Dem leadership hopeful still wants UK to rejoin the EU Liberal Democrat leadership hopeful Layla Moran remains hopeful of the UK once again rejoining the EU - despite Brexit already happening .
The Oxford West and Abingdon MP hopes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Davey in the battle to lead the party .
She has vowed to continue to fight for closer links with Brussels and even , in the future , the possibility of rejoining , although she conceded that may be 10 years down the line .
Ms Moran said : `` I do want us to be the party that one day campaigns for rejoin but I just do n't think we 're there yet .
`` I think we should be the torch bearers for why we should have a close relationship with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lot that we can do - on the green agenda for example , making sure that we 're working with other countries on those kinds of international issues - we can still do a lot with them . ''
8am update : MPs warn minister for food needed to deal with Brexit and COVID threats A group of MPs have warned a minister for food security is needed to help with the threats posed by COVID-19 and a `` disorderly Brexit '' .
The Commons Environment , Food and Rural Affairs Select @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the `` can not be complacent '' and said possible future crises triggered by climate change or a disorderly end to the Brexit transition period could pose challenges to food supplies .
Shadow Environment Secretary Luke Pollard said : `` This is a balanced and measured report that endorses what we have been saying - the Government dithered over food supply and outsourced responsibility to the big supermarkets .
`` The real reason for surging food poverty is not a lack of food , it is too much poverty .
We need action @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including improving the chaotic and unfair free school meal voucher scheme .
`` Food insecurity is a national security issue .
COVID-19 has laid bare serious weaknesses in our food supply chain , which is approaching another severe test this December when the Brexit transition period ends . ''

Brexit: Fishing waters is an 'emotive' topic for UK says expert
Officials from both sides of negotiations - which have taken place at breakneck speed compared to the bitter war of wards dominating talks between the UK and European Union - claim many sections of the treaty have now been agreed. But market access remains a major sticking point, and Japan is demanding Britain makes a huge compromise in order to edge a deal over the line to allow it to be ratified before the end of the year. The UK is continuing to press on the sensitive topic of agriculture, and wants to match the "baseline" of the existing Japan-EU trade treaty before agreeing to cut its own tariffs further. This blog is now closed, follow here for live updates.
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But Tokyo wants the faster removal of British tariffs on industrial goods, something which is clearly frustrating UK negotiators. A UK official told the Financial Times: “We will work to ensure that a deal can be finalised as soon as possible, but we are clear that we will not accept rollbacks on key UK market access." On rules of origin, the UK wants “extended cumulation”, meaning goods would count as British under any deal - even if a lot of components come from Europe - but Japan has so far refused to move on this issue. There are also outstanding issues non investment and legal trade, with the UK making a late push to demand that Japan reduce its regulatory barriers.
Brexit news: Trade talks between the UK and Japan have hit a major stumbling block
The major sticking points come as a major blow for Britain, which is under pressure to strike a historic agreement and show it can make its own deals outside the EU. Last month, Japanese chief negotiator Hiroshi Matsuura warned both sides would have to “limit their ambition” because of the tight deadline. FOLLOW EXPRESS.CO.UK FOR LIVE UPDATES:
Brexit news: The UK and EU remain at loggerheads over several issues in trade talks
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6.16am update: Most UK businesses are concerned about the shock of a no-deal Brexit, new data shows Most British businesses are concerned about the potential economic shock of a no-deal Brexit, a new study shows. A survey of 752 firms by the Confederation of British Industry found one third said they were “very concerned” about a no deal, and 42 percent said they were “moderately concerned.” 58 percent of the businesses said they had reported no change in their preparedness for Brexit since January, while as many as one in five said their preparedness had actually worsened. Dame Carolyn Fairbairn, director general of the CBI, said: “What’s clear from this wide-ranging survey is that the majority of firms have neither the time nor resources to prepare for a non-negotiated EU exit.” She said a deal with the EU would be “essential to shield firms from a further trade shock at a time when they are least equipped to cope.” 3.53am update: UK set to continue to meet EU recycling targets after Brexit Britain will continue to maintain recycling targets set by the EU after Brexit, the government has confirmed. Yesterday, a plan to recycle 65 percent of municipal waste by 2035 was published. According to Business Green, it meets a number of EU ambitions and will enshrine these into UK law.
The UK is set to meet some EU recycling ambitions post-Brexit
1.50am update: China warns UK's action on Hong Kong will lead to consequences for Brexit China’s ambassador to the UK has warned there could be consequences for Brexit if Britain continues to take action over the Hong Kong situation. Britain has confirmed it will relax its immigration rules for potentially millions of Hong Kong residents after China imposed a controversial national security law on the region. But China’s ambassador Liu Xiaoming said yesterday there would be “consequences” for this, adding China would stop recognising British National (Overseas) passports held by many Hong Kong residents. Mr Liu said: “When Brexit is completed and Covid-19 is over, there will be unlimited prospects for UK-China co-operation in areas of trade, financial services, science and technology, education and healthcare. “It is hard to imagine a global Britain that bypasses or excludes China. Decoupling from China means decoupling from opportunities, decoupling from growth and decoupling from the future.” Edward Browne takes over live reporting 9.15pm update: Ireland warns of 'skirmishes at sea' with UK boats EU fishermen have warned of skirmishes with British counterparts if both sides cannot agree a post-Brexit trade deal before the end of the year. The rows could break out as Irish, Dutch, Belgian and French vessels lose access to the UK’s fishing grounds if the transition period expires without an agreement in place. Sean O’Donoghue, CEO of the Killybegs Fishermen’s Organisation, said: “It’s not just Ireland that is affected by the British withdrawal from the Common Fisheries Policy though, as I believe the French fleet will up the ante." 7.15pm update: Brexit keeps investors cautious on longer-term Pound outlook Sterling rose against both the dollar and the euro today, topped the key $1.30 mark, but Brexit-related risks and the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic kept investors cautious on the currency's longer-term outlook. Versus the dollar, the pound was at $1.3066 at 2:30pm, up 0.6 percent on the day. It was up around 0.6 percent versus a weaker euro, at 90.18 pence. The pound is up 5.3 percent against dollar this month but only 0.5 percent against the euro.
There is now five months until Brexit
5.30pm SNP backlash to UK internal market bill to deal with Post-Brexit UK trade The Scottish Government has pledged to fight "tooth and nail" against Westminster plans it has branded a "blatant power grab". Scottish Constitution Secretary Mike Russell made a statement to Holyrood on Thursday, vowing to oppose the UK Government's proposals to establish a new internal market between the four nations at the end of the Brexit transition period. The Tories criticised Mr Russell's "hysterical and misleading rhetoric" and said creating an internal market is necessary to allow firms in Scotland to do business in other parts of the UK. But the Constitution Secretary said: "Every single power that the Scottish Parliament has can be undermined and taken away by these proposals. "Every single one." 3.45pm update: EU no longer seeking Belfast base to oversee trade between Ireland and UK The EU is no longer seeking a Belfast office to oversee its trade relations with Northern Ireland, it has emerged. Cabinet minister Michael Gove previously ruled out a request to monitor special arrangements keeping the region in line with EU rules after Brexit. But Stormont civil servant Dr Andrew McCormick said that time was running out for a free trade deal to be sealed with Europe before the end of this year, He added: "The Commission are no longer pressing for a representational office in Belfast. What they are asking for is sufficient and proportional oversight." Until the end of this year the UK will remain in the EU customs union and single market. If a free trade deal cannot be sealed with the EU before then the Northern Ireland protocol will be introduced. Under the terms of the protocol, which is designed to avoid border checks on the island of Ireland, Northern Ireland will be a part of the UK's customs territory but will still follow EU customs law and administer the bloc's customs rules at its ports. The region will also follow EU single market regulations on goods. 2.27pm update: Brussels brags 'self-involved’ Britain can’t see Brexit is ‘NOT on EU’s radar anymore’ Britain is “too self-involved” to see Brexit isn’t a priority for the EU anymore, a Brussels official has bragged. An EU diplomat has said Brexit “isn’t on the EU’s radar anymore” after the bloc spent days thrashing out its economic recovery fund to manage the fallout from the coronavirus crisis. Another expert also described Brexit as a “small beer” in comparison to the other problems the bloc is currently facing.
Brexit news: Boris Johnson has vowed to protect UK fishermen in a trade deal with the EU
1.30pm update: Let's get over it! SNP split erupts as Sturgeon rival lashes out at Brexit obsession A huge split has erupted within the SNP after a senior MP and rival of leader Nicola Sturgeon launched an attack on the party's obsession with Brexit, urging the SNP to drop the argument to focus its attentions on delivering Scottish independence. Joanna Cherry, who is the SNP's Shadow Justice and Home Affairs Secretary, said Scotland's ruling party needed "fresh arguments" to win independence in the country. She has admitted despite the SNP increasing seats from 35 to 48 in December's general election, the huge win for Boris Johnson and his Conservative Party means Scotland's ruling party has a lot less power to sway cross-party votes against the Government. Writing in Scottish newspaper The National, she said: "The sad reality is that because Johnson won big in England and has an 80-seat majority, the SNP group at Westminster have less power in this parliament with 48 seats than we had with 35 seats in the previous hung parliament. "The opportunities for the sort of cross-party working that delivered numerous defeats of the UK Government under both Theresa May and Johnson are gone; just as the days of endless Brexit skirmishes are over because the direct result of Johnson’s General Election victory was that Brexit has finally been delivered." 12.30pm update: Labour warns giant post-Brexit 'lorry park' would be 'bad news' for UK business Labour has warned the creation of a huge "emergency lorry park" in Kent to hold up to 10,000 vehicles waiting to travel to Europe would be "bad news for British businesses who have already gone through a terrible time". The party's Brexit spokeswoman Rachel Reeves warned the UK is "staring down the barrel of Brexit" with just five months left until the end of the transition period. The Government recently acquired a 27-acre site near Ashford and there are fears this will be used as an "emergency lorry park" for thousands of vehicles waiting to travel to continental Europe, as well as border-related checks. Ms Reeves told the PA news agency: "The Government said this was going to be the easiest ever trade deal ever to negotiate. "We're four years later (after the referendum) and we still don't have a trade deal. "The Prime Minister said just a couple of months ago that a trade deal would be secured by the end of July. "Well we are now at the end of July, we don't have a trade deal, all we have is a blueprint for a giant lorry park in the middle of Kent. "It is bad news for the British businesses who have already gone through a terrible time in the last few months."
Brexit news: Nicola Sturgeon has been urged to drop her Brexit argument and focus on Scottish independence
11.48am update: Car industry could face widespread closures and job losses amid fears of 'double whammy' of Brexit tarfifs The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has warned of possible widespread closures and job losses as a result post-Brexit tariffs after data showed the number of cars built in the UK over the past six months has slumped to the lowest since 1954. A total of 381,357 cars were built in the six months to June, down 42 percent from a year ago. The SMMT has estimated 11,349 jobs were axed in the past six months at carmakers and companies which supply them with parts and services. The trade body is calling for trade talks between the UK and EU to be accelerated, warning most car firms have complained of a lack of clarity to prepare for an end of the transition period. SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes said: "These figures are yet more grim reading for the industry and its workforce, and reveal the difficulties all automotive businesses face as they try to restart while tackling sectoral challenges like no other. "Recovery is difficult for all companies, but automotive is unique in facing immense technological shifts, business uncertainty and a fundamental change to trading conditions while dealing with coronavirus. "Our factories were once set to make two million cars in 2020 but could now produce less than half that number, a result of the devastating effects of the pandemic on top of already challenging market conditions and years of Brexit uncertainty." 11.04am update: Report to Remainer Sadiq Khan - Brexit BIGGER risk than coronavirus Remainer Sadiq Khan’s team thought Brexit was a bigger risk to London than the coronavirus as the killer disease took hold on the UK, it has emerged. The London Mayor faces embarrassment today after it emerged his City Hall staff believed Britain’s exit from the EU was a bigger crisis than the pandemic, which has killed more than 600,000 people across the world. Just eight days before schools were forced to close their doors to fight the outbreak, the Greater London Authority put Brexit, housing supply and the London Plan at the top of its list for the Corporate Risk Register, rating it as 12. Whereas the coronavirus crisis was rated a 9 in the plans, agreed on March 10 - just weeks before the UK went in to lockdown to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Brexit news: Sadiq Khan’s team thought Brexit was a bigger risk to London than the coronavirus
9.30am update: Pound continues struggles as Brexit standstill weighs heavily on currency Sterling has risen against a weaker euro but has fallen against the US dollar after the $1.30 level reached late in the previous session did not hold, with Brexit and the economic fallout from coronavirus weighing on the currency. Against the dollar, the pound was at $1.2984 at 8.09am, down 0.1 percent since the closure of the stock markets in New York. The currency was up 0.2 against a weaker euro at 90.535 pence. ING strategists wrote in a note to clients: "GBP investors remain in a cautious wait-and-see approach as UK-EU trade negotiations (the key driver of the currency) appear at a standstill. "Looking at EUR/GBP, the pair does not appear overly stretched and more potential GBP stress as post-Brexit uncertainty rises points at further upside potential, in our view." 8.35am update: EU still doesn't get it! Brussels tells UK hand over fishing access as it's 'no big deal' The EU has demanded Britain hand over unfettered access to its rich fishing waters in a post-Brexit trade deal because "it's not such a big give", in comments which will likely infuriate fishermen across the country. One of the main sticking points in ongoing trade negotiations between the UK and Brussels remains fishing rights, with David Frost firmly standing his ground on a demand for a zonal attachment system while the EU is urging a compromise. EU diplomats have mentioned the possibility of Brussels slapping sanctions on Britain in other areas of trade if European trawlers were kicked out of UK seas. One EU source has suggested that it would be in Britain's interests to bow to the bloc's pressure. They said: "It's a big ask for the EU and it's not such a big give for the UK, because in the end it's access to waters for access to markets. "You can't eat fish in the morning, the evening, and at night." An anonymous diplomat told The Telegraph: "There is a clear interest on the UK side, because their fleet won’t even be able to fish as much as is now being fished in UK waters, and the majority of their fish products exported to the internal market."
Brexit news: The EU has demanded Britain hand over unfettered access to its fishing waters


thedailyexpress--2020-07-30--They've FINALLY got the point! Ireland warned no deal Brexit could DEVASTATE country

Amid fears of a no deal Brexit , the minister was warned it is now vital for Ireland to protect its trade link with the UK according to Government briefing papers .
Mr Coveney was also told Irish businesses and households may not recover from a hard Brexit coupled with the damage of the pandemic .
Referencing the €85billion ( £76billion ) in trade between Britain and Ireland , the paper warned it is “ vital to our overall economic recovery ” for trade to be protected .
As the country fears the potential of a no deal Brexit , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for an agreement by September or October .
The official briefing document seen by the Irish Times said : “ Ireland is facing into Brexit from a fundamentally different economic starting point than for a no-deal Brexit in 2019 .
“ The capacity of households and businesses to manage a second economic shock will be more limited .
“ The gap between the EU and UK positions remains wide , including on key issues such as the level playing field , fisheries , police and judicial co-operation and governance .
“ For progress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ necessary for the UK position to move considerably in the direction of what they had agreed to under the political declaration .
“ The political declaration sets out the parameters for ‘ an ambitious , broad , deep and flexible partnership ’ .
“ However , in negotiations , the UK has adopted a significantly less ambitious approach.
” The EU has set the deadline of autumn to agree a deal in order for it to then be ratified by the 27 member states .
Last week , the two sides concluded the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ substantial progress .
The issues of fisheries , the role of the European Court of Justice and State Aid all remain unresolved between the two sides .
Following the latest round of talks , the UK ’ s negotiator , David Frost stated the UK would continue to push for a deal similar to that of the EU-Canada agreement .
He said : “ Considerable gaps remain in the most difficult areas , that is , the so-called level playing field and on fisheries .
DO N'T MISS Let 's get over it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lashes out [ Latest ] Brexiteer gloats as Macron throws toys out of pram over fishing rights [ Update ] Brexit breakthrough : Brexiteer reveals how UK will FORCE EU backdown [ Insight ] “ We have always been clear that our principles in these areas are not simple negotiating positions but expressions of the reality that we will be a fully independent country at the end of the transition period .
“ That is why we continue to look for a deal with , at its core , a free trade agreement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has with Canada – that is , an agreement based on existing precedents .
“ We remain unclear why this is so difficult for the EU , but we will continue to negotiate with this in mind .
“ Looking forward , there are large areas of convergence in many of the areas on which we are negotiating and ample precedents and texts on which we can base our work .
“ We will keep working hard to bridge the gaps and find a way through . ''
Amid concern for Ireland ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the country have also expressed their concern over the hit on the industry if a deal is not agreed .
Irish fisherman , Ciaran Doherty told RTE News : “ Our business has been based for 40 years on accessing the UK waters .
`` If on December 31 we have no access to UK waters , basically 60-70 percent of our fish is caught in UK waters , so basically it closes our industry . ''

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Amid fears of a no deal Brexit, the minister was warned it is now vital for Ireland to protect its trade link with the UK according to Government briefing papers. Mr Coveney was also told Irish businesses and households may not recover from a hard Brexit coupled with the damage of the pandemic. Referencing the €85billion (£76billion) in trade between Britain and Ireland, the paper warned it is “vital to our overall economic recovery” for trade to be protected.
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As the country fears the potential of a no deal Brexit, the Government paper also stated the hope for an agreement by September or October. The official briefing document seen by the Irish Times said: “Ireland is facing into Brexit from a fundamentally different economic starting point than for a no-deal Brexit in 2019. “The capacity of households and businesses to manage a second economic shock will be more limited. “The gap between the EU and UK positions remains wide, including on key issues such as the level playing field, fisheries, police and judicial co-operation and governance.
Brexit news: Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and Simon Coveney
Brexit news: Simon Coveney was warned in briefing documents
“For progress to be achieved, it will be necessary for the UK position to move considerably in the direction of what they had agreed to under the political declaration. “The political declaration sets out the parameters for ‘an ambitious, broad, deep and flexible partnership’. “However, in negotiations, the UK has adopted a significantly less ambitious approach.” The EU has set the deadline of autumn to agree a deal in order for it to then be ratified by the 27 member states. JUST IN: Michel Barnier's critical trade talk mistake: 'He's backtracked!'
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Brexit news: Coveney and Michel Barnier
Last week, the two sides concluded the latest round of talks without making much substantial progress. The issues of fisheries, the role of the European Court of Justice and State Aid all remain unresolved between the two sides. Following the latest round of talks, the UK’s negotiator, David Frost stated the UK would continue to push for a deal similar to that of the EU-Canada agreement. He said: “Considerable gaps remain in the most difficult areas, that is, the so-called level playing field and on fisheries. DON'T MISS
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“We have always been clear that our principles in these areas are not simple negotiating positions but expressions of the reality that we will be a fully independent country at the end of the transition period. “That is why we continue to look for a deal with, at its core, a free trade agreement similar to the one the EU already has with Canada – that is, an agreement based on existing precedents. “We remain unclear why this is so difficult for the EU, but we will continue to negotiate with this in mind. “Looking forward, there are large areas of convergence in many of the areas on which we are negotiating and ample precedents and texts on which we can base our work.
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“We will keep working hard to bridge the gaps and find a way through." Amid concern for Ireland’s trade link to Britain, fishermen in the country have also expressed their concern over the hit on the industry if a deal is not agreed. Irish fisherman, Ciaran Doherty told RTE News: “Our business has been based for 40 years on accessing the UK waters. "If on December 31 we have no access to UK waters, basically 60-70 percent of our fish is caught in UK waters, so basically it closes our industry."
Brexit news: The sides remain at odds over the deal


thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Boris Johnson speech in FULL - PM gives coronavirus update as lockdown easing SCRAPPED

Lockdown first came into effect in March and the UK has been slowly lifting the rules to allow people back to work , schools and high streets .
But last night , it was announced lockdown restrictions were being reimposed in parts of Greater Manchester , Yorkshire and Lancashire , stopping people from meeting other households in their homes , gardens or in restaurants .
And today , Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed a further easing of the rules planned to take place on August 1 would be cancelled due to a rise in coronavirus cases .
At a press @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` 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 .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 . ''
He added that face makes will need to be worn in further settings , such as cinemas and museums from August 8 .
READ MORE : Another EU country set to impose restrictions after rise in cases • August 1 lockdown rules : PM CANCELS changes - what does this mean ?
The Prime Minister also said that despite progress being made in combating Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is exempt from a rise in cases .
He 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 . ''
The PM said that with numbers rising `` our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal ... in order to keep the virus under control '' .
And he urged people to ensure they are washing their hands , covering their face and keeping to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n'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 . ''
The announcement comes after an increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England .
According to the Office for National @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 .
The R value for the UK has also seen a slight rise , increasing from 0.7 to 0.9 to between 0.8 to 0.9 , according to figures published by the Government Office for Science and the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies ( Sage ) .
The report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see early indications that these values may be increasing .
`` This is not yet reflected in these estimates because the data used to calculate R and growth rate reflect the situation from a few weeks ago . ''
And on Thursday night , just after 9pm , Health Secretary Matt Hancock 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 in private .
The new rules , which came into effect from midnight , ban @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inside their own homes and gardens , but also in pubs , cafes and restaurants .
Prof Whitty told the briefing this afternoon : `` 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 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 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 . ''
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Boris Johnson gives major update [ EXPLAINER ] Sturgeon says people in northern England should stay at home [ INSIGHT ] Boris Johnson slams brakes on lifting of lockdown measures in UK [ ANALYSIS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 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 But I have also consistently warned that this virus could come back and that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 can not 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 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 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 .
At every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fortnight .
That means that , until 15 August at the earliest : Casinos , bowling alleys , skating rinks and 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 .
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 – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 can not be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us plays our part .

Boris Johnson announces delay to lifting lockdown measures
Lockdown first came into effect in March and the UK has been slowly lifting the rules to allow people back to work, schools and high streets. But last night, it was announced lockdown restrictions were being reimposed in parts of Greater Manchester, Yorkshire and Lancashire, stopping people from meeting other households in their homes, gardens or in restaurants. And today, Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed a further easing of the rules planned to take place on August 1 would be cancelled due to a rise in coronavirus cases.
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At a press conference on Friday, he 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." He added that face makes will need to be worn in further settings, such as cinemas and museums from August 8. READ MORE: Another EU country set to impose restrictions after rise in cases
Boris Johnson speech in full: The PM announced some lockdown rules will no longer be lifted
Boris Johnson speech in FULL: Boris Johnson revealed face mask rules will be extended
READ MORE August 1 lockdown rules: PM CANCELS changes - what does this mean? The Prime Minister also said that despite progress being made in combating Covid-19, the UK cannot think it is exempt from a rise in cases. He 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." The PM said that with numbers rising "our assessment is that we should squeeze that brake pedal... in order to keep the virus under control". And 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."
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Second wave: Chris Whitty warns ‘we have reached the limit’
The announcement comes after an increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England. According to the Office for National Statistics (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. 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. The R value for the UK has also seen a slight rise, increasing from 0.7 to 0.9 to between 0.8 to 0.9, according to figures published by the Government Office for Science and the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage). The report said: "We are starting to see early indications that these values may be increasing. "This is not yet reflected in these estimates because the data used to calculate R and growth rate reflect the situation from a few weeks ago." And on Thursday night, just after 9pm, Health Secretary Matt Hancock 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 in private. The new rules, which came into effect from midnight, ban members of two different households from mixing inside their own homes and gardens, but also in pubs, cafes and restaurants. Prof Whitty told the briefing this afternoon: "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. "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." DONT MISS
When will shielding end? Boris Johnson gives major update [EXPLAINER]
Sturgeon says people in northern England should stay at home [INSIGHT]
Boris Johnson slams brakes on lifting of lockdown measures in UK [ANALYSIS]
Boris Johnson speech in FULL: The PM said shielding lifting will go ahead as planned
READ MORE Stop panicking! Europe ISN'T experiencing 'second wave' says expert Boris Johnson statement in FULL 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 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 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.
Boris Johnson speech in full: Chris Whitty also appeared at the briefing
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 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. 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.
Boris Johnson speech in full: Mr Johnson said the UK must be quick to act
READ MORE Emmanuel Macron's 'self-DESTRUCTIVE' Brexit position exposed And of course we have new treatments, like dexamethasone and remdesivir, to shorten recovery times and reduce mortality rates. 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. 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.


thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Don't cross border! Sturgeon says people in northern England should STAY THERE after spike

Travel between Scotland and Greater Manchester , East Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire should only be undertaken if absolutely essential , she said this morning .
It comes after the FM chaired a meeting of SGORR , the Scottish Government ’ s Resilience Committee , following an update from the Prime Minister to the four nations .
Ms Sturgeon said that anyone currently in the affected areas does not need to return to Scotland early but should be extra vigilant in monitoring for symptoms both during their stay and when they return home .
In the statement released this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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.
” She also said the decision to ban households in Greater Manchester , East Lancashire and West Yorkshire from meeting indoors is the `` right '' one .
She added : `` The UK government is right to act quickly if they think the situation warrants it .
READ MORE : August 1 lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does this mean ?
`` But this is a sharp reminder that the threat of this virus is still very real .
Please abide by the all ŁFACTS advice and stay safe . ''
Latest Scottish Government figures showed that there had been no new coronavirus deaths in Scotland for 14 days but confirmed cases increased by 17 .
The country 's COVID-19 death toll remains at 2,491 whilst there were 260 patients in hospital with two in intensive care with confirmed coronavirus .
People from different households in Greater Manchester , parts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now once again banned from meeting each other indoors .
DO N'T MISS : Northern England lockdown : Burnham warns of more severe lockdown ahead [ REVEAL ] Matt hancock threatens to clamp down on social distancing flouters [ JUST IN ] London lockdown : Hancock says 'we are prepared to impose new measures ' [ INSIGHT ]

Nicola Sturgeon ‘advising against’ travel to North West England
Travel between Scotland and Greater Manchester, East Lancashire and parts of West Yorkshire should only be undertaken if absolutely essential, she said this morning. It comes after the FM chaired a meeting of SGORR, the Scottish Government’s Resilience Committee, following an update from the Prime Minister to the four nations.
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Ms Sturgeon said that anyone currently in the affected areas does not need to return to Scotland early but should be extra vigilant in monitoring for symptoms both during their stay and when they return home. In the statement released this morning, she added: "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.
Nicola Sturgeon released the statement today
Blackburn has seen a significant rise in case numbers
“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.” She also said the decision to ban households in Greater Manchester, East Lancashire and West Yorkshire from meeting indoors is the "right" one. She added: "The UK government is right to act quickly if they think the situation warrants it. READ MORE: August 1 lockdown rules: PM CANCELS changes - what does this mean?
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Latest figures from Blackburn with Darwen
"But this is a sharp reminder that the threat of this virus is still very real. Please abide by the all ŁFACTS advice and stay safe." Latest Scottish Government figures showed that there had been no new coronavirus deaths in Scotland for 14 days but confirmed cases increased by 17. The country's COVID-19 death toll remains at 2,491 whilst there were 260 patients in hospital with two in intensive care with confirmed coronavirus. People from different households in Greater Manchester, parts of East Lancashire and West Yorkshire are now once again banned from meeting each other indoors. DON'T MISS:
Northern England lockdown:Burnham warns of more severe lockdown ahead [REVEAL]
Matt hancock threatens to clamp down on social distancing flouters [JUST IN]
London lockdown: Hancock says 'we are prepared to impose new measures' [INSIGHT]
Scotland also refused to move into phase four of lockdown


thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Leo blows top: Varadkar loses cool in extraordinary parliament rant - 'I'm embarrassed!'

The Tánaiste ( deputy prime minister of Ireland ) took the unprecedented step of wading in to speak on behalf of the Government when he launched a ferocious attack on some TDs ( Ireland 's members of parliament ) , accusing them of abuse and “ nastiness ” .
The Fine Gael leader , who was replaced as Taoiseach ( prime minister ) last month , said : “ You shout us down in the same way you bully people online .
“ Day in and day out you try to bully people in here because they come from a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I ’ m embarrassed to be a member of this Chamber tonight quite frankly because of the behaviour of some of the parties .
“ I want to people at home to listen to the number of times I ’ m interrupted when I just try to say a few words in this chamber because of the arrogance and nastiness and abusiveness of the smaller parties and far-left parties in this House.
” His angry rant comes amid a bitter row over speaking rights in parliament , which was forced to adjourn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has sparked outrage among smaller parties and Independents after it changed speaking arrangements in the Dáil ( Irish parliament ) to ensure TDs are given more time to speak .
Leo Varadkar added : “ They try to dominate this chamber and anytime anyone from Government stands up , anything any minister tries to speak , any backbencher tries to make a point , you shout us down in the same way you bully people online .
READ MORE : Oh dear , Leo !
Varadkar condemned as Micheal Martin shamed The pair @ @ @ @ @ @ @ absolutely tone-deaf '' Government decision to pay €50,000 in allowances to three ministers for sitting in cabinet .
Up until now , two `` super junior '' ministers have been eligible for the €16,288 allowance on top of their ministerial salaries of €124,439 .

Leo Varadkar hits out at 'bullies' in Dail chamber
The Tánaiste (deputy prime minister of Ireland) took the unprecedented step of wading in to speak on behalf of the Government when he launched a ferocious attack on some TDs (Ireland's members of parliament), accusing them of abuse and “nastiness”. The Fine Gael leader, who was replaced as Taoiseach (prime minister) last month, said: “You shout us down in the same way you bully people online.
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“Day in and day out you try to bully people in here because they come from a larger party or a government party. “I’m embarrassed to be a member of this Chamber tonight quite frankly because of the behaviour of some of the parties. “I want to people at home to listen to the number of times I’m interrupted when I just try to say a few words in this chamber because of the arrogance and nastiness and abusiveness of the smaller parties and far-left parties in this House.”
Leo Varadkar lost his cool
Leo Varadkar hit out at members in Parliament
His angry rant comes amid a bitter row over speaking rights in parliament, which was forced to adjourn after disorder broke out. The Government has sparked outrage among smaller parties and Independents after it changed speaking arrangements in the Dáil (Irish parliament) to ensure TDs are given more time to speak. Leo Varadkar added: “They try to dominate this chamber and anytime anyone from Government stands up, anything any minister tries to speak, any backbencher tries to make a point, you shout us down in the same way you bully people online. READ MORE: Oh dear, Leo! Varadkar condemned as Micheal Martin shamed
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Leo Varadkar accused the TDs of abuse and “nastiness”
Leo Varadkar handed the reins to political rival Micheál Martin last month
Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin
Mr Martin this month confirmed his entire cabinet - including Mr Varadkar, would be taking a 10 percent pay cut. Mr Martin's latest ruling cuts his salary from €207,590 to €186,831, and Mr Varadkar's from €191,403 to €172,263.
The pair have also been criticised for an "absolutely tone-deaf" Government decision to pay €50,000 in allowances to three ministers for sitting in cabinet. Up until now, two "super junior" ministers have been eligible for the €16,288 allowance on top of their ministerial salaries of €124,439.


thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Nicola Sturgeon warned Tories to launch 'major revival' in Scotland to snatch victory

Nicola Sturgeon should brace for a comeback of the Scottish Conservatives ahead of the 2021 Scottish election once a new party leader is selected , former Government adviser Ramsay Jones suggested .
Scottish Tories leader Jackson Carlaw on Thursday announced he would step down five months into his mandate as he claimed he is not the right person to lead the party to the election .
But Mr Jones warned the move could soon spark a `` major revival '' of the Conservative Party in Scotland .
Speaking to the Today programme , ther former adviser said : `` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ emphasis on this being something planned and plotted in England by the Prime Minister and others .
`` It is right and proper that senior figures , as COVID restrictions are lifted , are out and about through the United Kingdom .
`` That should be the norm .
I think yes , there is a big realisation that next April is fast approaching , the polls have moved in favour of independence .
`` Nicola Sturgeon , let ’ s face it , is seen by many to have done well in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Conservatives knew something had to be done and they knew something had to change . ''
JUST IN : Nicola Sturgeon 's 'eye watering ' plan to give Scots up to £6,000 a year for FREE Mr Jones continued : `` It was Jackson who decided , ‘ well , I could be part of kickstarting that change.
’ `` And if it is Douglas Ross , who many people last night suggested could be a contender , then somebody genuinely fresh and exciting will come on the scene .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fortunes of the party here . ''
Mr Ross , the Scottish Conservative MP for Moray , has been named as a potential candidate .
READ MORE : They 've FINALLY got the point !
Ireland warned no deal Brexit could DEVASTATE country A party insider said : `` Douglas is the stand out talent in the party . ''
Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised Mr Carlaw as a “ tremendous servant ” to both the party and the union for his work through the past four decades .
Mr Johnson said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , deputy leader and leader , he has given his all and deserves our thanks for his efforts .
`` It is a mark of his commitment to the cause that he chooses to stand aside at this time and I offer my best wishes to him , Wynne and the family . ''
SNP 's new hate crime law could lead to prosecution for owning Bible [ REVEAL ] Jackson Carlaw QUITS as Scottish Tory leader as SNP pressure mounts [ LATEST ] Scotland plot to remain linked to Europe over new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decision , Mr Carlaw said he had been considering stepping down for months and concluded the party would require a `` younger and fresher voice '' to secure the unity of the UK .
He said : `` Nothing is more important to me than making the case for Scotland 's place in the United Kingdom .
`` I believe the Scottish Conservative and Unionist party is the most important voice in Scotland for setting out that positive argument .
I am clear that nothing must get in the way of doing so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I have reached a simple if painful conclusion - that I am not , in the present circumstances , the person best placed to lead that case over these next vital months in Scottish politics prior to the Holyrood elections . ''

Scottish Conservatives to launch ‘major revival’ predicts expert
Nicola Sturgeon should brace for a comeback of the Scottish Conservatives ahead of the 2021 Scottish election once a new party leader is selected, former Government adviser Ramsay Jones suggested. Scottish Tories leader Jackson Carlaw on Thursday announced he would step down five months into his mandate as he claimed he is not the right person to lead the party to the election. But Mr Jones warned the move could soon spark a "major revival" of the Conservative Party in Scotland.
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Speaking to the Today programme, ther former adviser said: "I genuinely wouldn’t put that much emphasis on this being something planned and plotted in England by the Prime Minister and others. "It is right and proper that senior figures, as COVID restrictions are lifted, are out and about through the United Kingdom. "That should be the norm. I think yes, there is a big realisation that next April is fast approaching, the polls have moved in favour of independence. "Nicola Sturgeon, let’s face it, is seen by many to have done well in her handling of the COVID crisis. The Conservatives knew something had to be done and they knew something had to change." JUST IN: Nicola Sturgeon's 'eye watering' plan to give Scots up to £6,000 a year for FREE
Nicola Sturgeon has been warned of an "major revival" of the Scottish Tories
Jackson Carlaw quit saying he was not the right person to lead the party to the elections in 2021
Mr Jones continued: "It was Jackson who decided, ‘well, I could be part of kickstarting that change.’ "And if it is Douglas Ross, who many people last night suggested could be a contender, then somebody genuinely fresh and exciting will come on the scene. "It could be a major revival of the fortunes of the party here." Mr Ross, the Scottish Conservative MP for Moray, has been named as a potential candidate. READ MORE: They've FINALLY got the point! Ireland warned no deal Brexit could DEVASTATE country
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Jackson Carlaw resigns as Scottish Conservatives leader
Scotland Conservatives Douglas Ross MP has been flagged as a potential successor to Carlaw
A party insider said: "Douglas is the stand out talent in the party." Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised Mr Carlaw as a “tremendous servant” to both the party and the union for his work through the past four decades. Mr Johnson said: “As an activist, deputy chairman, deputy leader and leader, he has given his all and deserves our thanks for his efforts. "It is a mark of his commitment to the cause that he chooses to stand aside at this time and I offer my best wishes to him, Wynne and the family." DON'T MISS: SNP's new hate crime law could lead to prosecution for owning Bible [REVEAL]
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Brexit LIVE: Bitter Remainer admits plot to REJOIN EU - 'I'll be at frontline of fight'

During a leadership debate last night , the MP for Surbiton declared he would once again push to take the UK back into the EU if the opportunity arose .
Despite the UK being scheduled to complete Brexit at the end of the year , the MP claimed the Britain 's best interests remain at the heart of the trade bloc .
He said : `` I ’ ll always believe our best place is in the EU , but our job now is to convince the country of that .
If the opportunity ever arises for us to rejoin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with us , I ’ ll be at the frontline of that fight.
” His comments were also supported by fellow leadership hopeful and MP for Oxford West and Abingdon , Layla Moran .
During their question and answer session with Politico , Ms Moran also declared she would love to rejoin the EU .
She said : `` I would love to rejoin the EU , and I believe we will in years to come , but we must make the positive case to the public and win the hearts and minds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ short term , my priority is to work cross-party to prevent a devastating no-deal Brexit at the end of the year.
” Brexit talks concluded last week with both sides stating several areas of divergence still remain .
While trade talks between the EU and UK continue to stall , a separate agreement with Japan received a major boost this week .
Following the first round of trade negotiations , officials stated a deal could be completed as early as September .
The next round of talks will resume on August 17 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will then be followed by meetings between the negotiators between August 24-31 .
Round eight will take place on September 7-11 , followed by meetings of the teams between September 14-21 .
Round nine will then take place on September 28 to October 2 .
The majority of people in Italy and France no longer support remaining in the EU , according to a bombshell poll that could see more countries follow the UK out of the bloc .
A European poll has sent shockwaves to Brussels after it found a majority of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support remaining inside the European Union According to the poll , conducted by Euronews , the coronavirus crisis has raised `` serious questions '' about membership of the bloc .
Around 43 percent of Italians said they would vote to keep EU membership , while 47 percent of French would do the same .
British fishermen have savaged the huge Dutch trawlers that have depleted their fishing stock in the southeast of England .
Fisherman Wink Walpole told Al Jazeera that the daily catch for the typical fishermen in the area had plummeted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the influx of EU vessels .
Al Jazeera 's Laurence Lee said that UK fishermen in the south-east of England have a `` big problem '' when it comes to their job .
`` The far larger Dutch trawlers not only steal into British waters but use techniques like the mass electrocution of fish to take the lion share . ''
Brexit sent shockwaves across the continent , sparking fears the bloc 's future may now be at risk .
Lithuania ’ s permanent representative to the EU , Jovita Neliupšienė has opened @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fear spread across the bloc following the vote .
She said in an interview with Politico : “ For a couple of months everyone here in Brussels — you probably remember yourself — had the feeling that the EU ship may as well sink , that the EU is not for granted . ''
The Confederation of British Industry has warned UK businesses are now less prepared than they were in January .
Due to the coronaviurs pandemic , one in five businesses have admitted their concern over no deal planning .
Director @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What ’ s clear from this wide-ranging survey is that the majority of firms have neither the time nor resources to prepare for a non-negotiated EU exit .
“ While many larger firms have long had plans in place for a no-deal outcome , smaller firms will struggle to cope with a double dose of disruption .
Businesses on both sides are desperate for a deal that protects their economies at this most precarious of times.
” Due to the worsening tensions with China , the ambassador to the UK , Liu Xiaoming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now well be impacted .
Amid the offer of British citizenship and the exlucion of Huawei from the 5G network , he warned decoupling from China may well hurt the UK post-Brexit .
He said : “ When Brexit is completed and Covid-19 is over , there will be unlimited prospects for UK-China co-operation in areas of trade , financial services , science and technology , education and healthcare .
`` It is hard to imagine a global Britain that bypasses or excludes China .
`` Decoupling from China means decoupling from opportunities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the future.
” 8.07am update : Japan trade deal could be done by next month Japan and UK officials concluded the first round of talks this week in the hope of an agreement being secured by September .
However , the Japanese embassy has stated an agreement could be concluded as early as next month .
Given the time needed for it to be ratified in the Japanese parliament , an official stated August is `` still possible '' .
An official told Morning Trade UK : `` Considering the time needed for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , early August is also possible . ''
During their question and answer session with Politicio , Lib Dem leadership candidates , Layla Moran and Sir Ed Davey once again stated their intent to take the UK back into the EU .
Although the Brexit referendum occurred four years ago , Sir Ed once again insisted he would be at the frontline of any fight to rejoin the bloc .
Sir Ed said : `` I ’ ll always believe our best place is in the EU , but our job now is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` If the opportunity ever arises for us to rejoin , and we can take the public with us , I ’ ll be at the frontline of that fight.
” Ms Moran added : `` I would love to rejoin the EU , and I believe we will in years to come , but we must make the positive case to the public and win the hearts and minds of voters first .
`` In the short term , my priority is to work cross-party to prevent a devastating no-deal Brexit at @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Brexit: Fisherman hits out at Dutch trawlers 'stealing'
As the UK fornally left the European Union back in January, negotiations have been ongoing with a deadline of October. But neither side has yet been able to come to an agreement but Mr Frost has revealed the next steps in crucial talks as the transition period deadline looms closer and closer.
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According to the new timetable, negotiating rounds will take place in August and in September, unless agreed otherwise between the parties. Subject to any constraints required by the relevant national health recommendations, negotiating groups will meet physically, alternately in Brussels and London, in full, in the specialised sessions and in more restricted formats. The Chief Negotiators from both sides and their teams will meet as necessary in a more restricted format to ensure progress in the negotiations. Specialised sessions may also work under their authority on issues of particular difficulty in the negotiations to ensure that parallel progress is achieved across all workstreams. After posting the timetable on social media, Mr Frost has been urged not to give an inch to the EU. One person said: "Brilliant work David. A deal is the better option but we will get through on WTO if we have to. We're British it's what we do." Another said: "Our Fishing waters our laws our independence are not up for sale to #EU !!! Only WTO is our true #Brexit" FOLLOW BELOW FOR LIVE UPDATES:
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4.05am update: Philip May to receive a knighthood Theresa May's husband Philip May will receive a knighthood for his “political service” as part of the dissolution honours this year. 3.04am update: Labour MPs who opposed Corbyn to receive awards Frank Field, Ian Austin and John Woodcock, all former Labour MPs and critics of Jeremy Corbyn will receive awards, as will ex-DUP MP Nigel Dodds. 1.02am update: 36 new peers to join the House of Lords including whole host of proud Brexiteers The Government published its list of proposed peerages and political honours on Friday, confirming that Labour Brexiteers are set to be elevated. Former MPs who rebelled against Labour to back Brexit, including Kate Hoey, Ian Austin, Frank Field and Gisela Stuart, are all set to receive peerages.
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8pm update: Ireland panic: Business leaders fear talks will end in no deal Brexit Fears of a no deal Brexit outcome have been raised again as business leaders in Ireland are concerned on the impact on the Irish economy. The UK formally left the European Union and negotiations for a furture relationship and trade deal with the bloc are still ongoing. Prime Minister Boris Johnson hopes to have everything tied up by the end of the transition period in December. But concerns of a no deal Brexit outcome have been raised according to a study by the Institute of Directors in Ireland. 5.15pm update: Northern Ireland's deputy leader calls for Brexit clarity Michelle O'Neill said people in Northern Ireland have been left in the dark over what the outcome will be. Speaking at the North South Ministerial Council meeting at Dublin Castle on Friday, she said: “Time is running out. "We are at the 11th hour and have about four months left before we get to the end of the year. “We have a situation where citizens in the north are still not sure what the outcome will be so we need certainty and clarity. “For us, we have to have the protocol implemented in full as that gives us our protection and recognises our special and unique circumstances on this island in terms of protecting the trade and having no hard border on the island.” 4.05pm update: David Frost reveals latest timetable for Brexit talks The UK's chief Brexit negotiator has revealed the latest timetable to talks. The end of the transition is looming closer and neither side seems to be budging and talks are stalemate. But Mr Frost has provided the timetable ahead of the deal deadline in October. 4pm update: Steven Brown takes over from Bill McLoughlin 2.38pm update: French bank BNP Paribas to move jobs to Europe The bank said: "Selling financial services from the UK to EU clients will not be allowed. “In the UK, the front office roles, mainly sales positions, and their associated set-up positions are impacted by these measures."
1.24pm update: Brexit talk dates released The next round of talks will resume on August 17, running through to August 21. This will then be followed by meetings between the negotiators between August 24-31. Round eight will take place on September 7-11, followed by meetings of the teams between September 14-21. Round nine will then take place on September 28 to October 2. 12.41pm update: Brussels crisis The majority of people in Italy and France no longer support remaining in the EU, according to a bombshell poll that could see more countries follow the UK out of the bloc. A European poll has sent shockwaves to Brussels after it found a majority of people in Italy and France did not support remaining inside the European Union According to the poll, conducted by Euronews, the coronavirus crisis has raised "serious questions" about membership of the bloc. Around 43 percent of Italians said they would vote to keep EU membership, while 47 percent of French would do the same.
11.21am update: British fishermen raged at Dutch trawlers British fishermen have savaged the huge Dutch trawlers that have depleted their fishing stock in the southeast of England. Fisherman Wink Walpole told Al Jazeera that the daily catch for the typical fishermen in the area had plummeted by more than 80 percent due to the influx of EU vessels. Al Jazeera's Laurence Lee said that UK fishermen in the south-east of England have a "big problem" when it comes to their job. "The far larger Dutch trawlers not only steal into British waters but use techniques like the mass electrocution of fish to take the lion share." 10.06am update: EU admits 'trauma' over Brexit referendum result Brexit sent shockwaves across the continent, sparking fears the bloc's future may now be at risk. Lithuania’s permanent representative to the EU, Jovita Neliupšienė has opened up about how a great deal of fear spread across the bloc following the vote. She said in an interview with Politico: “For a couple of months everyone here in Brussels — you probably remember yourself — had the feeling that the EU ship may as well sink, that the EU is not for granted."
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9.33am update: CBI warns over no deal Brexit The Confederation of British Industry has warned UK businesses are now less prepared than they were in January. Due to the coronaviurs pandemic, one in five businesses have admitted their concern over no deal planning. Director general, Carolyn Fairburn said: "What’s clear from this wide-ranging survey is that the majority of firms have neither the time nor resources to prepare for a non-negotiated EU exit. “While many larger firms have long had plans in place for a no-deal outcome, smaller firms will struggle to cope with a double dose of disruption. Businesses on both sides are desperate for a deal that protects their economies at this most precarious of times.”
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8.42am update: China relations may hinder Brexit Due to the worsening tensions with China, the ambassador to the UK, Liu Xiaoming has claimed future trade ties post-Brexit may now well be impacted. Amid the offer of British citizenship and the exlucion of Huawei from the 5G network, he warned decoupling from China may well hurt the UK post-Brexit. He said: “When Brexit is completed and Covid-19 is over, there will be unlimited prospects for UK-China co-operation in areas of trade, financial services, science and technology, education and healthcare. "It is hard to imagine a global Britain that bypasses or excludes China. "Decoupling from China means decoupling from opportunities, decoupling from growth and decoupling from the future.” 8.07am update: Japan trade deal could be done by next month Japan and UK officials concluded the first round of talks this week in the hope of an agreement being secured by September. However, the Japanese embassy has stated an agreement could be concluded as early as next month. Given the time needed for it to be ratified in the Japanese parliament, an official stated August is "still possible". An official told Morning Trade UK: "Considering the time needed for the legal details and the Diet ratification, early August is also possible."
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-31--Boris Johnson urges 'we're not out of woods': PM pleads for Britain to remain vigilant

The Prime Minister said there had been a “ massive success ” in cutting the number of deaths from the disease but warned the resurgence in Europe meant the public must remain vigilant .
Ministers are poised to impose quarantine measures on travellers from more countries today .
Scotland last night announced passengers heading back from Luxembourg from today will have to spend 14 day isolating , fuelling expectations England will follow suit .
The UK death toll linked to coronavirus on Wednesday was 83 , taking the overall total to 45,961 .
Mr Johnson said “ great progress ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the disease but spikes overseas show how it can flare up again and the public should not be deluded that it is over .
He said : `` It 's absolutely vital as a country that we continue to keep our focus and our discipline and that we do n't delude ourselves that somehow we 're out of the woods or that this is all over , because it is n't all over . ''
The PM warned the only way to control coronavirus is if the public continues to obey social distancing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reduced the incidence of the virus and we 've got the number of deaths down , ” he said .
`` But it can come up again , and we 've seen what is happening in other European countries , so what I 'm saying to people is do n't lose focus , do n't lose discipline , continue to observe those guidelines and if you have symptoms , get a test . ''
Office for National Statistics analysis showed England has the highest excess death rate in Europe during the crisis .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of excess deaths as well as the highest levels in a comparison of 23 European countries .
Spain was second , followed by Scotland , Belgium and Wales .
Mr Johnson said : `` We mourn every loss of life that we 've had throughout the coronavirus epidemic .
`` What I would say to them ( families of the deceased ) is that we really owe it to them to continue our work in driving the virus down .
`` Clearly this country has had a massive success now in reducing the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We 've got it at the moment under some measure of control .
The numbers of deaths are well , well down .
`` But I have to tell you that we 're looking at a resurgence of the virus in some other European countries .
You can see what 's been happening in the United States . ''
Health Secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government is risking hysteria with its warnings of a second wave in Europe .
He said : “ No , it 's not .
I 'm the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic .
`` We are absolutely determined to protect this country and it saddens me we are seeing these rises elsewhere but I will be vigilant and we will move fast if we need to because that is what the virus requires and the virus moves fast and so must we.
” He added : “ We can see , sadly , a second wave of coronavirus that is starting to roll across Europe , many European countries whose number of cases is going up again .
`` And we want to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ here , and protect people from that wave reaching our shores . ''
Health officials increased the length of time people with coronavirus symptoms in England will have to self-isolate for 10 days from the existing seven .
The change applies to anyone who has a new continuous cough , high temperature or loss of taste or smell .
England 's deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam said the change was being made due to the `` low but real possibility of infectiousness '' between seven and 10 days after the onset @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under the rules who then has a coronavirus test that comes back negative is then cleared to stop quarantining .
Polling found 77 percent of adults support the move and just nine per cent oppose it .
The YouGov study of nearly 3,500 people found widespread support across all parts of the country , age groups and party affiliations .
Health and care workers will no longer be exempt from quarantine rules when arriving in England from high-risk countries from today .

Boris Johnson warns of quarantine for returning holidaymakers
The Prime Minister said there had been a “massive success” in cutting the number of deaths from the disease but warned the resurgence in Europe meant the public must remain vigilant. Ministers are poised to impose quarantine measures on travellers from more countries today. Scotland last night announced passengers heading back from Luxembourg from today will have to spend 14 day isolating, fuelling expectations England will follow suit.
The UK death toll linked to coronavirus on Wednesday was 83, taking the overall total to 45,961. Mr Johnson said “great progress” is being made in the fight against the disease but spikes overseas show how it can flare up again and the public should not be deluded that it is over. He said: "It's absolutely vital as a country that we continue to keep our focus and our discipline and that we don't delude ourselves that somehow we're out of the woods or that this is all over, because it isn't all over." The PM warned the only way to control coronavirus is if the public continues to obey social distancing rules. “Together we've really reduced the incidence of the virus and we've got the number of deaths down,” he said. "But it can come up again, and we've seen what is happening in other European countries, so what I'm saying to people is don't lose focus, don't lose discipline, continue to observe those guidelines and if you have symptoms, get a test."
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson
Office for National Statistics analysis showed England has the highest excess death rate in Europe during the crisis. The country experienced the longest continuous period of excess deaths as well as the highest levels in a comparison of 23 European countries. Spain was second, followed by Scotland, Belgium and Wales. Mr Johnson said: "We mourn every loss of life that we've had throughout the coronavirus epidemic. "What I would say to them (families of the deceased) is that we really owe it to them to continue our work in driving the virus down. "Clearly this country has had a massive success now in reducing the numbers of those tragic deaths. "We've got it at the moment under some measure of control. The numbers of deaths are well, well down.
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"But I have to tell you that we're looking at a resurgence of the virus in some other European countries. You can see what's been happening in the United States." Health Secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government is risking hysteria with its warnings of a second wave in Europe. He said: “No, it's not. I'm the Health Secretary in the middle of the pandemic. "We are absolutely determined to protect this country and it saddens me we are seeing these rises elsewhere but I will be vigilant and we will move fast if we need to because that is what the virus requires and the virus moves fast and so must we.” He added: “We can see, sadly, a second wave of coronavirus that is starting to roll across Europe, many European countries whose number of cases is going up again. "And we want to do everything we possibly can to protect people here, and protect people from that wave reaching our shores."
Health Secretary Matt Hancock
Health officials increased the length of time people with coronavirus symptoms in England will have to self-isolate for 10 days from the existing seven. The change applies to anyone who has a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste or smell. England's deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam said the change was being made due to the "low but real possibility of infectiousness" between seven and 10 days after the onset of the illness. But anyone isolating under the rules who then has a coronavirus test that comes back negative is then cleared to stop quarantining. Polling found 77 percent of adults support the move and just nine per cent oppose it. The YouGov study of nearly 3,500 people found widespread support across all parts of the country, age groups and party affiliations. Health and care workers will no longer be exempt from quarantine rules when arriving in England from high-risk countries from today.