thedailyexpress--2020-03-28--Boris Johnson back to work this morning after coronavirus diagnosis

In an extraordinary turn of events , the Prime Minister was given a midnight diagnosis confirming he has Covid 19 after developing symptoms on Thursday afternoon .
And an hour after Mr Johnson told the public on Friday , Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed he is also self-isolating after catching the virus .
The two men saw each other in person on Tuesday for the weekly Cabinet meeting and were both in the Commons chamber on Wednesday for Prime Minister ’ s questions .
It will raise fears the contagion could have spread further at the very heart of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ killer virus .
The Prime Minister is now confined to the flat above Number 11 and is using the Chancellor ’ s office to work from .
Staff are leaving him meals and work at his door and knocking to alert him .
Full video conferencing equipment has been installed that will allow Mr Johnson to continue working .
He will continue to lead the 9.30am so-called war cabinet briefing of the most senior ministers and officials leading the response to the coronavirus outbreak .
Daily press conferences updating the nation on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be fronted by other Cabinet ministers until the PM ’ s seven day isolation is over .
Mr Johnson , 55 , broke the news of his diagnosis to the nation with a video posted on social media .
He said : `` I want to bring you up to speed on something that 's happening today which is that I 've developed mild symptoms of the coronavirus .
That 's to say - a temperature and a persistent cough .
`` And , on the advice of the chief medical officer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ That has come out positive .
`` So I am working from home .
I 'm self-isolating .
And that 's entirely the right thing to do .
`` But be in no doubt that I can continue , thanks to the wizardry of modern technology , to communicate with all my top team to lead the national fightback against coronavirus.
” Mr Johnson ’ s partner Carrie Symonds , who is pregnant with their first child , is no longer living in their flat above No 11 .
Mr Johnson was tested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( CMO ) Chris Whitty after developing a cough and a temperature .
But his infection raises concerns about the health of other key figures in the battle against the virus , including Professor Whitty himself .
The PM was flanked by the CMO and his chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance at a press conference in Downing Street on Wednesday .
No 10 insisted all guidelines about maintaining a two metre distance were met at all times .
Sir Patrick said the Prime Minister was using `` digital tools '' to keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus outbreak .
`` We 're in the phase now where anyone who gets symptoms should self-isolate , that 's what the Prime Minister did , self-isolated , ” he added .
`` He 's been tested positive ; anyone who gets symptoms should self-isolate .
`` And he 's managing meetings using the appropriate digital tools to be able to do that and still running the Government 's response to coronavirus.
” Mr Johnson chaired a meeting of his Cabinet on Tuesday and although most ministers contributed by video link , Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to physically take part , along with Cabinet Secretary Sir Mark Sedwill and the CMO .
The Health Secretary said in a video message that he will be self-isolating until next Thursday .
`` Fortunately for me the symptoms so far have been very mild so I 've been able to carry on with the work driving forward the UK response , ” he added .
Mr Hancock said a `` massive thank you to everybody in the NHS , working in social care and right across the board on the response '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do everything I can to get our carers the support that they need .
And I 'll be doing that from here but with no less gusto . ''
`` And then from next Thursday , once I 'm out of self-isolation and I hope with no more symptoms , then I 'll be able to get back stuck in and into the office where necessary .
`` But the truth is that all of us can learn that working from home can be really , really effective On Wednesday , Mr Johnson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Commons chamber for the final session of Prime Minister ’ s questions before Parliament broke up for a month .
Home Secretary Priti Patel and Chief Whip Mark Spencer sat either side of the premier but left space between them .
Mr Johnson continued to work on Thursday evening while waiting for the results of the test , holding a call with businesses involved in the manufacturer of ventilators .
Any new companies offering to make ventilators would have to have their prototype checked , Downing Street said .
The PM 's spokesman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cross-Government effort going on to get these ventilators online as soon as possible .
`` The PM spoke with industry again .
We are doing all we can to make progress . ''
Chancellor Rishi Sunak does not have any symptoms and is working from home at his family residence .
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn was among politicians from across the political divide to offer well wishes to Mr Johnson .
He said : `` I wish the Prime Minister a speedy recovery and hope his family are safe and healthy .
Coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be safe .
Our own health depends on everybody else . ''

Prime Minister Boris Johnson
In an extraordinary turn of events, the Prime Minister was given a midnight diagnosis confirming he has Covid 19 after developing symptoms on Thursday afternoon. And an hour after Mr Johnson told the public on Friday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed he is also self-isolating after catching the virus.
The two men saw each other in person on Tuesday for the weekly Cabinet meeting and were both in the Commons chamber on Wednesday for Prime Minister’s questions. It will raise fears the contagion could have spread further at the very heart of the government team leading the response to the killer virus. The Prime Minister is now confined to the flat above Number 11 and is using the Chancellor’s office to work from. Staff are leaving him meals and work at his door and knocking to alert him. Full video conferencing equipment has been installed that will allow Mr Johnson to continue working.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock
He will continue to lead the 9.30am so-called war cabinet briefing of the most senior ministers and officials leading the response to the coronavirus outbreak. Daily press conferences updating the nation on the latest developments are expected to continue but will be fronted by other Cabinet ministers until the PM’s seven day isolation is over. Mr Johnson, 55, broke the news of his diagnosis to the nation with a video posted on social media. He said: "I want to bring you up to speed on something that's happening today which is that I've developed mild symptoms of the coronavirus. That's to say - a temperature and a persistent cough. "And, on the advice of the chief medical officer, I've taken a test. That has come out positive. "So I am working from home. I'm self-isolating. And that's entirely the right thing to do.
CMO Chris Whitty (L) and Chief Scientific Adviser Patrick Vallance (R) flank the Prime Minister
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"But be in no doubt that I can continue, thanks to the wizardry of modern technology, to communicate with all my top team to lead the national fightback against coronavirus.” Mr Johnson’s partner Carrie Symonds, who is pregnant with their first child, is no longer living in their flat above No 11. Mr Johnson was tested on the advice of chief medical officer (CMO) Chris Whitty after developing a cough and a temperature. But his infection raises concerns about the health of other key figures in the battle against the virus, including Professor Whitty himself. The PM was flanked by the CMO and his chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance at a press conference in Downing Street on Wednesday. No 10 insisted all guidelines about maintaining a two metre distance were met at all times. Sir Patrick said the Prime Minister was using "digital tools" to keep leading the country's response to the coronavirus outbreak. "We're in the phase now where anyone who gets symptoms should self-isolate, that's what the Prime Minister did, self-isolated,” he added. "He's been tested positive; anyone who gets symptoms should self-isolate.
"And he's managing meetings using the appropriate digital tools to be able to do that and still running the Government's response to coronavirus.” Mr Johnson chaired a meeting of his Cabinet on Tuesday and although most ministers contributed by video link, Mr Hancock was one of only three people to physically take part, along with Cabinet Secretary Sir Mark Sedwill and the CMO. The Health Secretary said in a video message that he will be self-isolating until next Thursday. "Fortunately for me the symptoms so far have been very mild so I've been able to carry on with the work driving forward the UK response,” he added. Mr Hancock said a "massive thank you to everybody in the NHS, working in social care and right across the board on the response". "I'll be continuing to do everything I can to get our carers the support that they need. And I'll be doing that from here but with no less gusto." "And then from next Thursday, once I'm out of self-isolation and I hope with no more symptoms, then I'll be able to get back stuck in and into the office where necessary. "But the truth is that all of us can learn that working from home can be really, really effective
Chancellor Rishi Sunak does not have any symptoms and is working from home


thedailyexpress--2020-03-27--Boris Johnson wife: Who is fiance Carrie Symonds? How long have they been together?

Boris Johnson and his partner Carrie Symonds have announced their decision to tie the knot this year , and that @ @ @ @ @ child .
They will wed in the spring , while their child is expected to @ @ @ @ @ .
Gina Miller fears Boris plot will ensure WTO Brexit with no EU deal Inside @ @ @ @ @ romance : He ‘ acts like she 's not there' Carrie Symonds is Boris Johnson @ @ @ @ @ allegedly started dating the Prime Minister in 2018 .
Ms Symonds is a Tory spin @ @ @ @ @ the party 's communications , a position she left when rumours swirled about her and @ @ @ @ @ .
She left the position to work for the nonprofit ocean conservation organisation Oceana , @ @ @ @ @ news of their engagement was announced by Ms Symonds on Instagram .
READ MORE : @ @ @ @ @ many children does Boris Johnson have ?

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Boris Johnson has been admitted to hospital due to persistent coronavirus symptoms, with doctors observing the Prime Minister under intensive care. His fiancee and mother-to-be Carrie Symonds remains at their home in Number 11 Downing Street, unable to make physical contact with Mr Johnson during the duration of his disease.
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Who is Carrie Symonds? Carrie Symonds is Boris Johnson's current partner, having allegedly started dating the Prime Minister in 2018. Ms Symonds is a Tory spin doctor, formerly head of the party's communications, a position she left when rumours swirled about her and Mr Johnson two years ago. She left the position to work for the nonprofit ocean conservation organisation Oceana, Inc. in 2019. The news of their engagement was announced by Ms Symonds on Instagram. READ MORE: Fears COVID-19 can reactivate as 51 recovered patients test positive
Boris Johnson wife: Who is Carrie Symonds? How long have they been together?
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READ MORE Why Bernie Sanders could thwart Boris Johnson’s Brexit trade plans She said: “I wouldn't normally post this kind of thing on here but I wanted my friends to find out from me... “Many of you already know but for my friends that still don't, we got engaged at the end of last year... and we've got a baby hatching early summer.” Ms Symonds said she feels “incredibly blessed”. When the couple marry, Mr Johnson will become the first Prime Minister to marry in office in 250 years.
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A Downing Street source told The Sun the couple are delighted to share the news, saying: “They have both known for a while but have kept it under wraps until the pregnancy progressed.
We've got a baby hatching early summer Carrie Symonds
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READ MORE Gina Miller fears Boris plot will ensure WTO Brexit with no EU deal Boris Johnson already has four children with his first wife, Marina Wheeler. Together, they have 26-year-old Lara Lettice, Milo, 24, 22-year-old Cassie and Theodore Apollo Johnson, 20. The couple separated in 2018, after 23 years of marriage, and finalised a divorce settlement last week. According to The Guardian, a family court judge approved a financial settlement and allowed Ms Wheeler to apply for a divorce decree and end the marriage.


thedailyexpress--2020-03-29--Rebecca Long-Bailey says Labour leadership contest to end in 'bizarre' way

The shadow business secretary said the move was to `` deal with these strange times '' following lockdown measures in @ @ @ @ @ outbreak .
Ms Long-Bailey , Lisa Nandy and Sir Keir Starmer are the three remaining @ @ @ @ @ to Jeremy Corbyn due to be announced on April 4 .
She told Sky 's @ @ @ @ @ `` I think it 's trying to deal with these strange times and have an @ @ @ @ @ that our members and the public can view from their homes really .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ I think we 've all been asked to do this victory speech so that it @ @ @ @ @ the airwaves as quickly as possible after we win .
`` I have n't done @ @ @ @ @ way . ''
Asked if she would feel awkward recording the video ahead of the @ @ @ @ @ : `` It 's going to be a bit bizarre . ''
Ms Long-Bailey did @ @ @ @ @ a national unity government if elected as the next Labour leader .

The shadow business secretary said the move was to "deal with these strange times" following lockdown measures in the UK during the Covid-19 outbreak. Ms Long-Bailey, Lisa Nandy and Sir Keir Starmer are the three remaining candidates, with the successor to Jeremy Corbyn due to be announced on April 4. She told Sky's Sophy Ridge on Sunday: "I think it's trying to deal with these strange times and have an announcement on the leadership contest that our members and the public can view from their homes really.
"It's logistically quite challenging and I think we've all been asked to do this victory speech so that it can be send out over the airwaves as quickly as possible after we win.
"I haven't done mine yet, by the way."
Asked if she would feel awkward recording the video ahead of the result, Ms Long-Bailey said: "It's going to be a bit bizarre."
Ms Long-Bailey did not rule out potentially joining a national unity government if elected as the next Labour leader.


thedailyexpress--2020-03-29--We’ll cut business red tape to get vital supplies into NHS, says Business Secretary

Business Secretary Alok Sharma unveiled measures to boost the supply of personal protective equipment , such as face masks , to protect staff during the coronavirus crisis .
Official rules which made it difficult to produce more hand sanitiser will also be ditched .
Mr Sharma said : `` New suppliers and businesses that produce ingredients for safe hand sanitiser will be able to bring their products to market in a matter of days .
Companies including BrewDog and Ineos have already stepped forward to offer their services . ''
The Health and Safety Executive and local authorities will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safety assessment process , and to make this a priority over `` market surveillance activity '' .
PPE equipment that gives protection against Covid-19 but lacks the official CE health and safety mark will be allowed if safety requirements are met .
The business secretary also announced a shake-up of Britain 's bankruptcy rules so companies in the process of restructuring can continue to get hold of supplies and raw materials .
There will also be a temporary suspension of `` wrongful trading '' provisions for company directors to `` remove the threat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
And rules concerning annual general meetings will be reformed so large gatherings of people in a single space can be avoided .
Mr Sharma said the new options may include `` postponing or holding the AGM online or by phone using only proxy voting '' .
Speaking in Downing Street , he said : `` I 'm incredibly proud of how our businesses and individuals across our great nation have risen to the challenge posed by Covid-19 . ''
Outlining changes intended to stop companies going bust , he said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insolvency system , which provides the legal options for companies running into major difficulties .
`` Our overriding objective is to help UK companies which need to undergo a financial rescue or restructuring process to keep trading .
`` These measures will give those firms extra time and space to weather the storm and be ready when the crisis ends , while ensuring that creditors get the best return possible in the circumstances . ''
Mr Sharma pledged the Government would continue to `` fight tooth and nail to protect lives and livelihoods @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shoulder to shoulder with our people and our businesses '' .
It follow a series of similar actions , including the temporary suspension of competition rules for supermarkets .
In a further shake-up , workers who have not taken their statutory leave due to Covid-19 can now carry it into the next two years .
Mr Sharma said : `` From retailers sharing delivery vans to ferry operators coordinating staff , these measures will allow firms to work together to deliver vital services to the public more effectively at this time . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , said : `` We started making hand sanitiser at our distillery in Aberdeenshire in response to the national shortage and are providing it free to charities and frontline workers . ''
The Royal Mint is to manufacture up to 4,000 medical visors per day to help protect NHS staff .
‘ Even with support it is tough ’ On Friday my daughter had her first drumming lesson on a Zoom video call .
It went really well , but even using this technology , my daughter 's drumming teacher has seen his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pre-virus levels .
Still better than my mate , who is a swimming teacher with no pool and has had all his work cancelled .
But the Government has now delivered cash grants for the self-employed and the Job Retention Scheme to keep `` furloughed '' employees from being made redundant .
There are a number of households that still fall between the cracks , but I doubt more help is coming .
Around the world , millions are losing their jobs and livelihoods .
Although state support for those financially hit by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , globally , unemployment is rising rapidly - even faster than during the 2008 financial crisis .
On Tuesday Norway announced unemployment had soared to 10.9 percent , the highest since the Second World War and up from just 2.3 percent in February .
On Thursday data released from America 's Department of Labor showed the same story , with unemployment benefit claims surging to over 3.3 million in just one week .
After this , one member of the Federal Reserve ( the US central bank ) warned that up to 46 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ US workers - could lose their jobs in the short term .
Nearly one million Canadians applied for jobless claims last week , representing almost five per cent of the workforce .
At the start of the week , the UN 's International Labour Organisation was predicting up to 25 million could lose their jobs .
It now fears that is way too low .
In the UK , over nine days , almost half a million households applied for Universal Credit benefit for those on low income or without work - more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2008 financial crisis .
So has the Chancellor done enough ?
Some businesses will go under , with job losses .
Companies also do not have to `` furlough '' employees and may decide , with tough times ahead , to cut staff .
And the self-employed , the zero hours workers , will be the first to be cut .
Even with government support , tough times are coming .

Coronavirus: Alok Sharma announces new business measures
Business Secretary Alok Sharma unveiled measures to boost the supply of personal protective equipment, such as face masks, to protect staff during the coronavirus crisis. Official rules which made it difficult to produce more hand sanitiser will also be ditched. Mr Sharma said: "New suppliers and businesses that produce ingredients for safe hand sanitiser will be able to bring their products to market in a matter of days. Companies including BrewDog and Ineos have already stepped forward to offer their services."
The Health and Safety Executive and local authorities will be asked to fast-track PPE through the product safety assessment process, and to make this a priority over "market surveillance activity". PPE equipment that gives protection against Covid-19 but lacks the official CE health and safety mark will be allowed if safety requirements are met. The business secretary also announced a shake-up of Britain's bankruptcy rules so companies in the process of restructuring can continue to get hold of supplies and raw materials. There will also be a temporary suspension of "wrongful trading" provisions for company directors to "remove the threat of personal liability during the pandemic". And rules concerning annual general meetings will be reformed so large gatherings of people in a single space can be avoided. Mr Sharma said the new options may include "postponing or holding the AGM online or by phone using only proxy voting". Speaking in Downing Street, he said: "I'm incredibly proud of how our businesses and individuals across our great nation have risen to the challenge posed by Covid-19." Outlining changes intended to stop companies going bust, he said: "We will introduce measures to improve the insolvency system, which provides the legal options for companies running into major difficulties.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma
"Our overriding objective is to help UK companies which need to undergo a financial rescue or restructuring process to keep trading. "These measures will give those firms extra time and space to weather the storm and be ready when the crisis ends, while ensuring that creditors get the best return possible in the circumstances." Mr Sharma pledged the Government would continue to "fight tooth and nail to protect lives and livelihoods everywhere in this country as we stand shoulder to shoulder with our people and our businesses". It follow a series of similar actions, including the temporary suspension of competition rules for supermarkets. In a further shake-up, workers who have not taken their statutory leave due to Covid-19 can now carry it into the next two years. Mr Sharma said: "From retailers sharing delivery vans to ferry operators coordinating staff, these measures will allow firms to work together to deliver vital services to the public more effectively at this time." James Watt, the co-founder of BrewDog, said: "We started making hand sanitiser at our distillery in Aberdeenshire in response to the national shortage and are providing it free to charities and frontline workers." The Royal Mint is to manufacture up to 4,000 medical visors per day to help protect NHS staff.
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‘Even with support it is tough’ By Louise Cooper On Friday my daughter had her first drumming lesson on a Zoom video call. It went really well, but even using this technology, my daughter's drumming teacher has seen his income fall to just one third of pre-virus levels. Still better than my mate, who is a swimming teacher with no pool and has had all his work cancelled. But the Government has now delivered cash grants for the self-employed and the Job Retention Scheme to keep "furloughed" employees from being made redundant. There are a number of households that still fall between the cracks, but I doubt more help is coming. Around the world, millions are losing their jobs and livelihoods. Although state support for those financially hit by the coronavirus varies from country to country, globally, unemployment is rising rapidly - even faster than during the 2008 financial crisis. BACK BRITAIN'S BRAVE NHS HEROES - CLICK HERE NOW


thedailyexpress--2020-03-31--Boris Johnson coronavirus latest: Raab gives update on self-isolating PM

Mr Johnson , who is reported to have mild symptoms of the infection , has been chairing the daily morning tele-conference meetings of ministers and officials held to direct the Government ’ s response to the health emergency .
Speaking at last night ’ s Number 10 coronavirus media briefing , the Foreign Secretary said : “ The Prime Minister chaired the 9.15am meeting and was full of vigour and giving us the leadership we need and we ’ re a united Cabinet team in terms of leading the country through this crisis.
” Doctors could have coronavirus vaccine ready @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own health , Mr Raab said : “ I ’ m feeling terrific , thank you very much.
” Mr Johnson is expected to hold a Cabinet meeting this morning , which will be held via a video conference link .
The Prime Minister 's spokesman said Mr Johnson was continuing to lead on the virus response while holed up in Number 11 , where he occupies the upstairs flat .
`` He is chairing the daily meetings using video conferencing facilities , he is working from the Chancellor 's office , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs to do to lead the coronavirus response , '' said the spokesman .

Mr Johnson, who is reported to have mild symptoms of the infection, has been chairing the daily morning tele-conference meetings of ministers and officials held to direct the Government’s response to the health emergency. Speaking at last night’s Number 10 coronavirus media briefing, the Foreign Secretary said: “The Prime Minister chaired the 9.15am meeting and was full of vigour and giving us the leadership we need and we’re a united Cabinet team in terms of leading the country through this crisis.”
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Asked about his own health, Mr Raab said: “I’m feeling terrific, thank you very much.”
Mr Johnson is expected to hold a Cabinet meeting this morning, which will be held via a video conference link.
The Prime Minister's spokesman said Mr Johnson was continuing to lead on the virus response while holed up in Number 11, where he occupies the upstairs flat.
"He is chairing the daily meetings using video conferencing facilities, he is working from the Chancellor's office, he has been able to do everything he needs to do to lead the coronavirus response," said the spokesman.


thedailyexpress--2020-03-31--‘Get Brexit done!’ Boris Johnson told NOT to seek EU delay amid coronavirus outbreak

The overwhelming majority of Express.co.uk readers believe the Prime Minister should not seek an extension to the transition period beyond December 31 amid the COVID-19 outbreak .
The survey of more than 15,000 readers has found almost nine-in-ten people believe the UK and the EU should adhere to the current timetable to agree upon a future trading relationship .
The poll conducted on Tuesday March 31 between 8.33am and 10.00pm asked 15,548 people “ Should Brexit be delayed due to coronavirus outbreak ?
” .
A huge 89 percent ( 13,808 ) believed there should not be a delay and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ participants ( 1,573 ) said there should be a delay and voted yes .
Meanwhile one percent ( 167 ) readers remained unsure and voted don ’ t know .
A number of Express.co.uk let their feeling known in the comments section and insisted there has already been too many delays and a further extension would hit UK taxpayers in the pocket .
One user wrote : “ There is no advantage to be gained by delay , in fact there is much to be lost including more contributions from UK taxpayers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ need to be looking forward , not looking back or trying to have a foot in both camps.
” A second reader said : “ The EU agreed the timetable it ’ s their problem if they now think it ’ s not long enough , and guess what if they were given an extension that to would n't be long enough either , all they want is to keep the UK tied to them and of course keep the money coming in.
” A third angry user wrote : “ No deals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dusted no more delays.
” Meanwhile a fourth simply said : “ NO , NO , and NO again.
” Downing Street has constantly reiterated the UK would not seek a delay and the legal text state Britain will end the transition period on December 31 .
However talks between the UK and Brussels have hit a huge stumbling block as the global health crisis continues to escalate .
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson is the latest high profile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 and has been self-isolating since last Friday .
Britain ’ s Brexit negotiator David Frost has also had a period of self-isolation , meanwhile EU chief Michel Barnier was also diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month .
Across Europe there are more than 330,000 infections reported on the continent and nearly 21,000 deaths .
David McAllister , the EU Parliament ’ s UK trade co-ordinator , said Brussels is ready to extend the transition period .
Boris told to forget EU deal unless he imposes NI customs checks [ INSIGHT ] Expert @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU crumble [ ANALYSIS ] Coronavirus map LIVE : ANOTHER day German testing dwarfs UK [ LIVE ] He said : “ The EU has always been open to extending the transition period .
The ball is now clearly in the British court .
“ The United Kingdom would have to submit an official request .
“ So far , the UK government has constantly rejected such an option .
Under the current circumstances , London should carefully re-examine a prolongation . ''

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The overwhelming majority of Express.co.uk readers believe the Prime Minister should not seek an extension to the transition period beyond December 31 amid the COVID-19 outbreak. The survey of more than 15,000 readers has found almost nine-in-ten people believe the UK and the EU should adhere to the current timetable to agree upon a future trading relationship. The poll conducted on Tuesday March 31 between 8.33am and 10.00pm asked 15,548 people “Should Brexit be delayed due to coronavirus outbreak?”.
A huge 89 percent (13,808) believed there should not be a delay and voted no. Just 10 percent of participants (1,573) said there should be a delay and voted yes. Meanwhile one percent (167) readers remained unsure and voted don’t know. A number of Express.co.uk let their feeling known in the comments section and insisted there has already been too many delays and a further extension would hit UK taxpayers in the pocket.
A poll has found Boris Johnson should not delay Brexit
Boris Johnson has insisted the UK would not seek a Brexit extension
One user wrote: “There is no advantage to be gained by delay, in fact there is much to be lost including more contributions from UK taxpayers. “After the present health crisis we need to be looking forward, not looking back or trying to have a foot in both camps.” A second reader said: “The EU agreed the timetable it’s their problem if they now think it’s not long enough, and guess what if they were given an extension that to wouldn't be long enough either, all they want is to keep the UK tied to them and of course keep the money coming in.”
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Boris Johnson continues to chair the daily cabinet meeting whilst self-isolating
A third angry user wrote: “No deals or delays just get Brexit done and dusted no more delays.” Meanwhile a fourth simply said: “NO, NO, and NO again.” Downing Street has constantly reiterated the UK would not seek a delay and the legal text state Britain will end the transition period on December 31. However talks between the UK and Brussels have hit a huge stumbling block as the global health crisis continues to escalate. READ MORE: How French fishermen were derided for 'hypocrisy in the extreme!'
Michel Barnier was diagnosed with coronavirus earlier this month
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is the latest high profile figure to be been struck down by COVID-19 and has been self-isolating since last Friday. Britain’s Brexit negotiator David Frost has also had a period of self-isolation, meanwhile EU chief Michel Barnier was also diagnosed with COVID-19 earlier this month. Across Europe there are more than 330,000 infections reported on the continent and nearly 21,000 deaths. David McAllister, the EU Parliament’s UK trade co-ordinator, said Brussels is ready to extend the transition period. DON'T MISS Boris told to forget EU deal unless he imposes NI customs checks [INSIGHT]
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He said: “The EU has always been open to extending the transition period. The ball is now clearly in the British court. “The United Kingdom would have to submit an official request. “So far, the UK government has constantly rejected such an option. Under the current circumstances, London should carefully re-examine a prolongation."
The timeline of talks between the UK and EU


thedailyexpress--2020-03-31--David Cameron’s failures led to Brexit victory, say voters

Whilst the nation voted to cut ties with the European bloc in June 2016 , it took years to thrash out the details and sever a relationship once and for all .
Although the UK and the rest of the world have recently been thrown headlong into a pandemic , Prime Minister Boris Johnson has continued to vow he will ‘ Get Brexit Done ’ by the end of the year .
But there still remains debate as to what moment in political history was the most significant in contributing to Brexit victory .
An Express.co.uk poll has revealed , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ believe it was former prime minister David Cameron ’ s botched EU agreement in 2016 that sealed the deal .
The poll offered Express.co.uk readers five momentous moments in history to choose from which may have led to 17.4 million people backing Brexit .
It asked : “ Which of these five key moments in history led to Brexit victory ?
” The options outlined in the poll were : Please sign up to pledge your support now to our brave NHS Heroes Out of 2,047 respondents to the poll , an overwhelming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ believe David Cameron ’ s failed EU reform deal was responsible for Brexit victory .
This is compared to the 27 percent ( 558 ) of people who cite the Maastricht Treaty as the reason Britain turned its back on the European bloc .
13 percent ( 249 ) of people attribute Brexit to the signing of the Lisbon Treaty in 2007 , with five percent ( 92 ) believing the 2009 European debt crisis was to blame .
Less than 1 percent of people believed the Black Wednesday crash of 1992 led @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 3pm to 9.30pm on Tuesday , March 31 , 2020 .
READ MORE : Gordon Brown HID while European leaders signed away UK sovereignty And Express.co.uk readers were vocal in elaborating on their belief that Brexit victory was a direct result of David Cameron ’ s failed EU reform deal in February 2016 .
One Express.co.uk reader wrote : “ There was already a very large following in support of a referendum on the issue but it was the EU ’ s treatment of the rather inept David Cameron with his begging bowl @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get out .
“ Those who had hitherto been uninterested in what went on over the Channel , suddenly woke up to the fact that our elected government was no longer in charge of our country.
” Another said : “ No fondness for Cameron , but having the EU pat him on the head and treat him like a naughty pet poodle for me at least , puts the last nail in the EU ’ s coffin.
” And a third remarked : “ I think Cameron ’ s failure clinched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ How much money 'German banks REALLY earned from Greek debt crisis ' [ SHOCK ] Tony Blair ‘ predicted Black Wednesday ’ in damning Commons speech [ INSIGHT ] Margaret Thatcher was forced to join ERM by 'Europhiles ' in Cabinet [ ANALYSIS ] However , looking further back , many laid responsibility at the feet of former Prime Minister John Major , who signed the Maastricht Treaty in February 1992 .
One wrote : “ Major signing away our sovereignty with the Maastricht Treaty was the beginning of the end .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trading countries and not a political bunch led by an unelected commission , things would have been fine and Brexit would never have been needed.
” Another said : “ John Major must take a large amount of blame followed by Blair .
Cameron never had any intention of doing a deal as he is pro EU.
” But for some , narrowing Brexit down to one reason was too difficult of a task .
An Express.co.uk reader wrote : “ It was a mixture of events and a gradual erosion of Sovereignty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ affairs .
“ Namely the loss of our freedom to choose our direction and decide our own future.
” Another said : “ ALL of the reasons mentioned contributed to our Brexit vote !
“ We have been seething and simmering since Heath lied and took us in .
“ It has become progressively worse with EVERY treaty that was signed by our supposedly BRITISH governments.
” And a third remarked : “ All of the above , and more !
” The signing of the Maastricht Treaty in 1992 is widely believed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that led to Brexit .
Tory Prime Minister John Major signed the treaty which gave the European Commission more powers and paved the way for the Euro .
It is said to have been the catalyst for a split within the Conservative Party which would last for many years .
Later in the year , Black Wednesday was viewed as a disaster , when Mr Major was forced to withdraw the pound from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism .
The Lisbon Treaty in 2007 replaced the rejected EU constitution - it intended to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many were unsatisfied with the powers the bloc was able to wield .
The treaty was shortly followed in 2009 by a European debt crisis .
Most notably , it was Greece which struggled to pay back the money its Government had borrowed , alongside Portugal , Ireland , Italy and Spain .
The EU was forced to step in to bailout some of the countries , which led to unrest and annoyance within the bloc .
Brexit , however , finally culminated in the announcement of a referendum by former Tory Prime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to stay in the European bloc , however was forced to resign when the vote did not go his way .
Mr Johnson has said Britain will exit the European Union with or without a deal by the end of the year .

Jacob Rees-Mogg says Maastricht Treaty was 'a step too far'
Whilst the nation voted to cut ties with the European bloc in June 2016, it took years to thrash out the details and sever a relationship once and for all. Although the UK and the rest of the world have recently been thrown headlong into a pandemic, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has continued to vow he will ‘Get Brexit Done’ by the end of the year. But there still remains debate as to what moment in political history was the most significant in contributing to Brexit victory.
An Express.co.uk poll has revealed, however, that the majority of respondents believe it was former prime minister David Cameron’s botched EU agreement in 2016 that sealed the deal. The poll offered Express.co.uk readers five momentous moments in history to choose from which may have led to 17.4 million people backing Brexit. It asked: “Which of these five key moments in history led to Brexit victory?” The options outlined in the poll were: - February 1992 - Maastricht Treaty signed
- September 1992 - Black Wednesday
- December 2007 - Lisbon Treaty signed
- 2009 - European debt crisis begins
- February 2016 - David Cameron’s EU reform deal fails Please sign up to pledge your support now to our brave NHS Heroes
The poll examined five key moments which may have led to Brexit victory
The majority of Express.co.uk respondents
Out of 2,047 respondents to the poll, an overwhelming 56 percent (1,129) of people believe David Cameron’s failed EU reform deal was responsible for Brexit victory. This is compared to the 27 percent (558) of people who cite the Maastricht Treaty as the reason Britain turned its back on the European bloc. 13 percent (249) of people attribute Brexit to the signing of the Lisbon Treaty in 2007, with five percent (92) believing the 2009 European debt crisis was to blame. Less than 1 percent of people believed the Black Wednesday crash of 1992 led to Brexit. The poll ran from 3pm to 9.30pm on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. READ MORE: Gordon Brown HID while European leaders signed away UK sovereignty
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Mr Major was also stated to be responsible for ultimate Brexit victory
And Express.co.uk readers were vocal in elaborating on their belief that Brexit victory was a direct result of David Cameron’s failed EU reform deal in February 2016. One Express.co.uk reader wrote: “There was already a very large following in support of a referendum on the issue but it was the EU’s treatment of the rather inept David Cameron with his begging bowl that finally convinced people we really needed to get out. “Those who had hitherto been uninterested in what went on over the Channel, suddenly woke up to the fact that our elected government was no longer in charge of our country.” Another said: “No fondness for Cameron, but having the EU pat him on the head and treat him like a naughty pet poodle for me at least, puts the last nail in the EU’s coffin.”
And a third remarked: “I think Cameron’s failure clinched it for many.” DON'T MISS
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However, looking further back, many laid responsibility at the feet of former Prime Minister John Major, who signed the Maastricht Treaty in February 1992. One wrote: “Major signing away our sovereignty with the Maastricht Treaty was the beginning of the end. “If Europe had remained a group of trading countries and not a political bunch led by an unelected commission, things would have been fine and Brexit would never have been needed.” Another said: “John Major must take a large amount of blame followed by Blair. Cameron never had any intention of doing a deal as he is pro EU.” But for some, narrowing Brexit down to one reason was too difficult of a task. An Express.co.uk reader wrote: “It was a mixture of events and a gradual erosion of Sovereignty and our ability to handle our own affairs. “Namely the loss of our freedom to choose our direction and decide our own future.”
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Another said: “ALL of the reasons mentioned contributed to our Brexit vote!
“We have been seething and simmering since Heath lied and took us in. “It has become progressively worse with EVERY treaty that was signed by our supposedly BRITISH governments.” And a third remarked: “All of the above, and more!” The signing of the Maastricht Treaty in 1992 is widely believed to have sowed the seeds of discontent that led to Brexit. Tory Prime Minister John Major signed the treaty which gave the European Commission more powers and paved the way for the Euro. It is said to have been the catalyst for a split within the Conservative Party which would last for many years. Later in the year, Black Wednesday was viewed as a disaster, when Mr Major was forced to withdraw the pound from the European Exchange Rate Mechanism.
The poll asked which of the five key moments led to Brexit
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-31--Corbyn attacked after penning ‘wish list’ parting swipe to Boris with coronavirus demands

Mr Corbyn , who is to step down as leader of the Labour Party , has urged Boris Johnson to listen to his suggestions to combat the deadly disease in the UK .
In his letter , Mr Corbyn has demanded more personal protective equipment for NHS workers , alongside increased testing to protect the public .
He said : “ The test for our society is whether we come through this strengthened , with greater solidarity forged in the heat of a crisis ; or whether we emerge diminished.
” Mr Corbyn outlined six key demands the Labour Party @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks .
• Full PPE now for health and social care workers Mr Corbyn also expressed his worry regarding the capabilities of the social care system .
Please sign up to pledge your support now to our brave NHS Heroes He highlighted a shortage of staff pre-dating the coronavirus , and asked the Prime Minister to request retired care workers return to the profession .
The MP for Islington North also asked for the non-essential workplace closure requirement to extend to construction , factories and warehouses .
He added : “ It makes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be shut down and others to be operating if the work is non-essential.
” However , some social media users were incensed at the outgoing Labour leader ’ s demands .
Another said : “ PLEASEEEE… .
Jeremy NOT ANOTHER letter !
!
“ Anything , but not another one !
” And a third wrote : “ You ’ re beyond irritating !
“ The last thing we need is a constantly stream of drivel from this has been.
” In his letter , Mr Corbyn cited proposals from Gordon Brown which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus .
He advised the Prime Minister to commit to these proposals which include establishing a G20 taskforce ; an early European pledging conference to increase WHO funding ; and using the World Bank Development Committee to announce more support for developing countries .
The Labour leader also took the time to wish the Prime Minister well after a diagnosis of COVID-19 last week .
However , he also stated a change in approach was necessary going forward .
Mr Corbyn concluded : “ The coronavirus crisis is highlighting the extent of our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ties of mutual aid that , woven together , make up the fabric of society .

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Mr Corbyn, who is to step down as leader of the Labour Party, has urged Boris Johnson to listen to his suggestions to combat the deadly disease in the UK. In his letter, Mr Corbyn has demanded more personal protective equipment for NHS workers, alongside increased testing to protect the public. He said: “The test for our society is whether we come through this strengthened, with greater solidarity forged in the heat of a crisis; or whether we emerge diminished.”
Mr Corbyn outlined six key demands the Labour Party wish to see enacted in the coming weeks. These are: Full PPE now for health and social care workers
Test, test, test
Expand social care
Enforce social distancing and protection
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The outgoing Labour leader has been slammed for his coronavirus 'wish list'
Mr Corbyn penned a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson
He highlighted a shortage of staff pre-dating the coronavirus, and asked the Prime Minister to request retired care workers return to the profession. The MP for Islington North also asked for the non-essential workplace closure requirement to extend to construction, factories and warehouses. He added: “It makes no sense for some mass workplaces to be shut down and others to be operating if the work is non-essential.” However, some social media users were incensed at the outgoing Labour leader’s demands.
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Mr Corbyn demanded more protective equipment and testing for NHS staff
Mr Corbyn has penned the letter shortly before his departure as leader
Mr Corbyn wants radical change in the approach to coronavirus in the UK
Another said: “PLEASEEEE…. Jeremy NOT ANOTHER letter!! “Anything, but not another one!” And a third wrote: “You’re beyond irritating! “The last thing we need is a constantly stream of drivel from this has been.” In his letter, Mr Corbyn cited proposals from Gordon Brown which coordinate global efforts to fight back against coronavirus.
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He advised the Prime Minister to commit to these proposals which include establishing a G20 taskforce; an early European pledging conference to increase WHO funding; and using the World Bank Development Committee to announce more support for developing countries. The Labour leader also took the time to wish the Prime Minister well after a diagnosis of COVID-19 last week. However, he also stated a change in approach was necessary going forward. Mr Corbyn concluded: “The coronavirus crisis is highlighting the extent of our dependence on each other and the many ties of mutual aid that, woven together, make up the fabric of society.
Mr Corbyn will be replaced as Labour leader on April 4
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-01--Boris Johnson makes HISTORY! PM holds first-ever cabinet video conference

The Prime Minister , who is in quarantine after testing positive for coronavirus , led the weekly discussion from his @ @ @ @ @ at Number 11 Downing Street while all his ministers appeared on a single digital screen @ @ @ @ @ homes .
The Prime Minister was said to be suffering mild coronavirus symptoms and is @ @ @ @ @ isolation period on Friday .
Britain on the road to COVID 19 recovery - next @ @ @ @ @ Cabinet Secretary Sir Mark Sedwill and a small number of officials were in the Cabinet @ @ @ @ @ distancing rules on keeping two metres apart , during the meeting .
During the meeting @ @ @ @ @ that the coronavirus outbreak “ is going to get worse before it gets better , @ @ @ @ @ ” He said the rising death toll in recent days showed the vital importance of @ @ @ @ @ to the Government ’ s social distancing guidance .

The Prime Minister, who is in quarantine after testing positive for coronavirus, led the weekly discussion from his personal office in his flat at Number 11 Downing Street while all his ministers appeared on a single digital screen over computer links from their homes. The Prime Minister was said to be suffering mild coronavirus symptoms and is expected to end his seven-day isolation period on Friday.
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Only Cabinet Secretary Sir Mark Sedwill and a small number of officials were in the Cabinet room itself, observing social distancing rules on keeping two metres apart, during the meeting.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister warned that the coronavirus outbreak “is going to get worse before it gets better, but it will get better.”
He said the rising death toll in recent days showed the vital importance of the public continuing to stick to the Government’s social distancing guidance.
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-01--US introduces controversial new law in bid to curb government facial scanning

The US has introduced a new law that will restrict the use of controversial facial recognition technology by law enforcement .
The new law , which applies only to the state of Washington , was signed by Governor Jay Inslee yesterday .
It means that government agencies will only be able to run facial recognition scans if they first obtain a warrant , except in an emergency .
It also means that all facial recognition tech used by the government must be able to be tested for “ accuracy and unfair performance differences across distinct subpopulations.
” This means that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on race , ethnicity , gender , or age , for example .
But there have been reports that civil rights groups say the bill does not go far enough and have called for an outright ban on such technology .
Some believe that the use of facial recognition by government is an infringement of personal freedoms .
The legislature states : “ Unconstrained use of facial recognition services by state and local government agencies poses broad social ramifications that should be considered and addressed .
“ Accordingly , legislation is required to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local government agencies to use facial recognition services in a manner that benefits society while prohibiting uses that threaten our democratic freedoms and put our civil liberties at risk.
” The bill , known as SB6280 , has received mixed reception from companies and privacy groups .
READ MORE : UK coronavirus : Body recovery teams set up to deal with deaths at home Brad Smith , president of software giant Microsoft , praised the legislation , calling it a “ significant breakthrough ” .
Mr Smith wrote in a blog post : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enacted specific legal controls that permit facial recognition to be used while regulating the risks inherent in the technology .
“ Some will argue it does too little .
Others will contend it goes too far .
When it comes to new rules for changing technology , this is the definition of progress.
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He said : “ Good regulation in this arena would be very welcome , I think , by all the players .
“ It ’ s a perfect example of something that has really positive uses , so you don ’ t want to put the brakes on it .
At the same time , there ’ s lots of potential for abuses of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ regulation .
”

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The US has introduced a new law that will restrict the use of controversial facial recognition technology by law enforcement. The new law, which applies only to the state of Washington, was signed by Governor Jay Inslee yesterday. It means that government agencies will only be able to run facial recognition scans if they first obtain a warrant, except in an emergency.
It also means that all facial recognition tech used by the government must be able to be tested for “accuracy and unfair performance differences across distinct subpopulations.” This means that the scan must not be biased based on race, ethnicity, gender, or age, for example. But there have been reports that civil rights groups say the bill does not go far enough and have called for an outright ban on such technology. Some believe that the use of facial recognition by government is an infringement of personal freedoms.
A man holds a sign warning against police facial scans at Cardiff City Stadium
The legislature states: “Unconstrained use of facial recognition services by state and local government agencies poses broad social ramifications that should be considered and addressed. “Accordingly, legislation is required to establish safeguards that will allow state and local government agencies to use facial recognition services in a manner that benefits society while prohibiting uses that threaten our democratic freedoms and put our civil liberties at risk.” The bill, known as SB6280, has received mixed reception from companies and privacy groups. READ MORE: UK coronavirus: Body recovery teams set up to deal with deaths at home
Facial recognition is also used by private companies, as seen here at a cafe in Russia
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Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has praised the idea of regulating government use of facial recognition
Similarly, Jeff Bezos, CEO of tech behemoth Amazon, appeared at an Amazon press reception last September to comment on facial recognition regulation, according to a Geekwire report. He said: “Good regulation in this arena would be very welcome, I think, by all the players. “It’s a perfect example of something that has really positive uses, so you don’t want to put the brakes on it. At the same time, there’s lots of potential for abuses of that technology, so you do want regulation.”
A police van equipped with a facial scanner parked outside Cardiff City Stadium, Wales
Other aspects of the bill state that government personnel using facial recognition tech must be periodically trained in its use. Government agencies must also not use such technology based on anyone’s religious, political or social views or activities. In the UK, police forces in London and south Wales have been using automatic facial recognition tech to help identify wanted suspects.
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--Coronavirus crisis: MP says Sunak MUST act to stop self-employed 'falling through cracks'

With the nation - and much of the world - currently on lockdown , people with their own businesses have been particularly badly hit , not least because there is no indication as to when the restrictions will be lifted .
Mr Sunak unveiled some measures aimed at easing their plight last week - but Mr Kawczynski believes they do not go far enough , and will not begin paying out until June as things stand .
He told Express.co.uk : `` The key issue that I want to get across , the one I 've written to the Chancellor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are self-employed are falling through the cracks .
`` Most people would n't be able to live more than two months without any money - certainly I would n't - unless of course , they can borrow off friends , relatives or neighbours ; and with no idea when this is going to end , how long would they need to do that for ?
`` For me is the number one issue .
I 've number-crunched the whole thing .
I 've given it 10 days .
And this is the feedback @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I never thought in a million years that a prudent fiscal Hawk like me like me would ever utter the words ' ... even if it means borrowing more money ' .
`` I 've shocked myself - I never thought those words would pass my lips .
`` But the message to him is even if it means borrowing more money , so be it .
`` Boris Johnson has very , very clearly indicated that there is such a thing as society , contradicting Margaret Thatcher 's mantra .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a thing as society and you ca n't operate the government in a crisis and discriminate against 15 percent of the population . ''
In his letter , Mr Kawczynski writes : `` Individuals are in crisis now and , on behalf of my constituents , I seek your assurance that access to funds will be made available as a matter of urgency .
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`` I understand that HMRC have started to make contact with individuals and are informing them that they will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What is unclear is exactly when funding will be made available and if people have to wait until June , what help is available to get them through April and May 2020 . ''
It was also unclear what also unclear is what help was available for self-employed people who do not have three years ’ worth of accounts , as well as people who previously worked through temporary employment agencies who have been let go , Mr Kawczynski said .
He asked : `` What do I suggest to my constituents that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at this time ? ''
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Mr Kawczynski wrote : `` There needs to be assurance that money will be available for employers to pay their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Secretary of State for Business that HMRC could use the existing relationship via the PAYE system to simply inject a sum to all companies to keep them afloat .
`` Without this real injection of cash many businesses will fail before the end of April with consequential unemployment . ''
In calling for action , Mr Kawczynski was in rare agreement with Labour 's shadow chancellor - and staunch socialist - John McDonnell , who referred to research by the Institute for Fiscal Studies suggesting many workers are currently out of pocket @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must now urgently revisit both its job retention scheme and its self-employment scheme .
`` It is unacceptable that carers , those on shorter working hours , and new starters who began work after 28 February are not covered by the job retention scheme - and that two million self-employed people are not covered by the self-employment package .

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With the nation - and much of the world - currently on lockdown, people with their own businesses have been particularly badly hit, not least because there is no indication as to when the restrictions will be lifted. Mr Sunak unveiled some measures aimed at easing their plight last week - but Mr Kawczynski believes they do not go far enough, and will not begin paying out until June as things stand. He told Express.co.uk: "The key issue that I want to get across, the one I've written to the Chancellor about, is this: people who are self-employed are falling through the cracks.
I never thought in a million years that a prudent fiscal Hawk like me like me would ever utter the words '...even if it means borrowing more money' Daniel Kawczynski
"Most people wouldn't be able to live more than two months without any money - certainly I wouldn't - unless of course, they can borrow off friends, relatives or neighbours; and with no idea when this is going to end, how long would they need to do that for? "For me is the number one issue. I've number-crunched the whole thing. I've given it 10 days. And this is the feedback that we're getting from our constituents. "I never thought in a million years that a prudent fiscal Hawk like me like me would ever utter the words '...even if it means borrowing more money'. "I've shocked myself - I never thought those words would pass my lips. Back Express.co.uk's NHS Heroes campaign
Rishi Sunak has been told self-employed people were at risk of falling between the cracks
Daniel Kawczynski MP has written to the Chancellor
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"But the message to him is even if it means borrowing more money, so be it. "Boris Johnson has very, very clearly indicated that there is such a thing as society, contradicting Margaret Thatcher's mantra. "In reality, there is such a thing as society and you can't operate the government in a crisis and discriminate against 15 percent of the population." In his letter, Mr Kawczynski writes: "Individuals are in crisis now and, on behalf of my constituents, I seek your assurance that access to funds will be made available as a matter of urgency. READ MORE: Who qualifies for business rate relief?
Labour shadow Chancellor John McDonnell has also called for Mr Sunak to act
A woman in Edinburgh wearing a protective face mask and gloves holds a placard complaining about the lack of suport for the self-employed
Rishi Sunak delivers a coronavirus briefing last month
In addition there were concerns for companies which had paid their March payrolls, but which wold struggle to do so in April. Mr Kawczynski wrote: "There needs to be assurance that money will be available for employers to pay their staff. "I have previously suggested to Secretary of State for Business that HMRC could use the existing relationship via the PAYE system to simply inject a sum to all companies to keep them afloat. "Without this real injection of cash many businesses will fail before the end of April with consequential unemployment."
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In calling for action, Mr Kawczynski was in rare agreement with Labour's shadow chancellor - and staunch socialist - John McDonnell, who referred to research by the Institute for Fiscal Studies suggesting many workers are currently out of pocket. He said: "The Government must now urgently revisit both its job retention scheme and its self-employment scheme. "It is unacceptable that carers, those on shorter working hours, and new starters who began work after 28 February are not covered by the job retention scheme - and that two million self-employed people are not covered by the self-employment package.
Vast swathes of Britain are on a coronavirus lockdown
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--New Labour Party leader warned of biggest challenge set to confront them ‘Just difficult’

The new Labour Party leader is to be announced this Saturday after longer than a month and a half of voting among party members .
Shadow Brexit Secretary Keir Starmer is expected to emerge the winner after facing off with shadow Business Secretary Rebecca Long-Bailey and Wigan MP Lisa Nandy .
But former Downing Street adviser Nick Timothy warned Labour will face a huge struggle in winning back voters no matter who is proclaimed their next leader .
Speaking to ITV 's Robert Peston , Mr Timothy said : `` Whoever is leader of the Labour Party will find it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have retained who are the new core voters for Labour – public sector workers , urban voters , university towns – and the white working classes that they ’ ve lost in the regions and in Scotland and Wales .
`` Those are big structural problems for Labour and I think it will be difficult for any individual to put that right quickly . ''
The former adviser claimed Lisa Nandy was so far the only candidate who had shown an attempt to listen to voters lost since 2016 .
He continued @ @ @ @ @ @ @ most interesting of the three candidates in the Labour leadership campaign to date .
JUST IN : Corbyn attacked after penning ‘ wish list ’ parting swipe to Boris with coronavirus demands '' She ’ s at least shown an interest in trying to get the Labour Party to listen to the voters they ’ ve lost in the period between the Brexit referendum and the General Election in December .
Voting for the challenge is due to end on April 2 , with the results set to be announced on Saturday .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ deputy leader is also due to be announced because of Tom Watson 's early departure from the job in December .
READ MORE : David Cameron ’ s failures led to Brexit victory , say voters Rebecca Long-Bailey confirmed all candidates had been asked to record a victory message so the video could be shared with voters as quickly as possible after the results are announced .
She told Sky News : `` I think it ’ s trying to deal with these strange times and have an announcement on the leadership contest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can view from their homes really .
`` It ’ s logistically quite challenging and I think we ’ ve all been asked to do this victory speech so that it can be sent out over the airwaves as quickly as possible after we win . ''
The latest poll produced by YouGov showed Keir Starmer , who ran on a unity platform in the three-month-long contest , in the lead over Ms Long-Bailey and Ms Nandy .
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Labour leadership: Nick Timothy warns of 'difficult' challenge
The new Labour Party leader is to be announced this Saturday after longer than a month and a half of voting among party members. Shadow Brexit Secretary Keir Starmer is expected to emerge the winner after facing off with shadow Business Secretary Rebecca Long-Bailey and Wigan MP Lisa Nandy. But former Downing Street adviser Nick Timothy warned Labour will face a huge struggle in winning back voters no matter who is proclaimed their next leader.
Speaking to ITV's Robert Peston, Mr Timothy said: "Whoever is leader of the Labour Party will find it difficult to bring together the voters that they have retained who are the new core voters for Labour – public sector workers, urban voters, university towns – and the white working classes that they’ve lost in the regions and in Scotland and Wales. "Those are big structural problems for Labour and I think it will be difficult for any individual to put that right quickly." The former adviser claimed Lisa Nandy was so far the only candidate who had shown an attempt to listen to voters lost since 2016. He continued: "I think Lisa is the most interesting of the three candidates in the Labour leadership campaign to date. JUST IN: Corbyn attacked after penning ‘wish list’ parting swipe to Boris with coronavirus demands
Labour Party leadership contestants have been warned they will face a great challenge if elected
Nick Timothy suggested bridging the gap the Corbyn leadership created since 2016 will be hard
"She’s at least shown an interest in trying to get the Labour Party to listen to the voters they’ve lost in the period between the Brexit referendum and the General Election in December. "Keir Starmer is a competent and intelligent person." Voting for the challenge is due to end on April 2, with the results set to be announced on Saturday. Alongside the new leader, a new deputy leader is also due to be announced because of Tom Watson's early departure from the job in December. READ MORE: David Cameron’s failures led to Brexit victory, say voters
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Former Downing Street adviser Nick Timothy warned Labour will face a huge struggle in winning back voters
Rebecca Long-Bailey confirmed all candidates had been asked to record a victory message so the video could be shared with voters as quickly as possible after the results are announced. She told Sky News: "I think it’s trying to deal with these strange times and have an announcement on the leadership contest so that our members and the public can view from their homes really. "It’s logistically quite challenging and I think we’ve all been asked to do this victory speech so that it can be sent out over the airwaves as quickly as possible after we win." The latest poll produced by YouGov showed Keir Starmer, who ran on a unity platform in the three-month-long contest, in the lead over Ms Long-Bailey and Ms Nandy. DON'T MISS: Rebecca Long-Bailey says Labour leadership contest to end in 'bizarre' way [INSIGHT]
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'We WILL unlock coronavirus puzzle' Boris vows to 'massively ramp up' tests
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--'We WILL unlock coronavirus puzzle' Boris vows to 'massively ramp up' tests

In a video message from his quarantine in Downing Street , the Prime Minister insisted he had “ absolutely no doubt ” the health crisis could be conquered over the coming months .
He also revealed that 397million items of personal protective equipment including masks and aprons for NHS staff had been shipped over the last fortnight .
Mr Johnson , who has been in isolation since going down with mild coronavirus symptoms last Friday , said : “ I want to say a special word about testing because it is so important .
“ As I have said for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way through , this is how we will unlock the coronavirus puzzle , this is how we will defeat it in the end .
“ What we need to do is massively ramp up not just tests so that you can know whether you have had the disease in the past , the so-called antibody test , because that will enable you to go to work in the confidence that you can ’ t be infected or infectious .
“ People need to know whether they haven ’ t got it , rather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reason , that ’ s very important for our NH staff .
“ It ’ s crucial that people who do have the disease are able to be tested positive and to take the necessary steps to isolate at home in the way that I am doing and many others are doing as well.
” His remarks follow criticism of the rate of testing , with currently just over 10,000 tests being carried out a day .
He added : “ We ’ ve shipped just in the last couple of weeks 397 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to look after our amazing NHS staff .

In a video message from his quarantine in Downing Street, the Prime Minister insisted he had “absolutely no doubt” the health crisis could be conquered over the coming months. He also revealed that 397million items of personal protective equipment including masks and aprons for NHS staff had been shipped over the last fortnight. Mr Johnson, who has been in isolation since going down with mild coronavirus symptoms last Friday, said: “I want to say a special word about testing because it is so important.
“As I have said for weeks and weeks, this is the way through, this is how we will unlock the coronavirus puzzle, this is how we will defeat it in the end.
“What we need to do is massively ramp up not just tests so that you can know whether you have had the disease in the past, the so-called antibody test, because that will enable you to go to work in the confidence that you can’t be infected or infectious.
“People need to know whether they haven’t got it, rather than isolating themselves at home for no reason, that’s very important for our NH staff.
“It’s crucial that people who do have the disease are able to be tested positive and to take the necessary steps to isolate at home in the way that I am doing and many others are doing as well.”
His remarks follow criticism of the rate of testing, with currently just over 10,000 tests being carried out a day.
He added: “We’ve shipped just in the last couple of weeks 397 million separate pieces of personal protective equipment to look after our amazing NHS staff.
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--Coronavirus crisis: Increasing testing is 'top priority’, Cabinet Minister insists

Business Secretary Alok Sharma said efforts were being ramped up and that the UK would be able to carry out 25,000 tests per day by mid-April .
His remarks come amid mounting anger about the country 's current level of testing , following comparisons with nations such as Germany , which is estimated to now be conducting as many as 500,000 tests per week .
The UK is currently able to test 12,750 people every day .
Coronavirus map LIVE : Frontline crumbles as only 0.4 % of NHS tested Speaking during the daily Downing Street coronavirus press conference , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on increasing testing .
He said : `` Increasing testing capacity is absolutely the Government 's top priority . ''
Social workers last night became the latest frontline staff to beg the Government for more personal protective equipment .
In a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson , the British Association of Social Workers said its staff lacked even basic hand sanitiser .
The news came as NHS staff were reportedly turned away from empty coronavirus testing centres for not booking appointments , while others were forced to queue due to high demand @

Business Secretary Alok Sharma said efforts were being ramped up and that the UK would be able to carry out 25,000 tests per day by mid-April. His remarks come amid mounting anger about the country's current level of testing, following comparisons with nations such as Germany, which is estimated to now be conducting as many as 500,000 tests per week. The UK is currently able to test 12,750 people every day.
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Speaking during the daily Downing Street coronavirus press conference, Mr Sharma said the Government is focusing on increasing testing.
He said: "Increasing testing capacity is absolutely the Government's top priority."
Social workers last night became the latest frontline staff to beg the Government for more personal protective equipment.
In a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the British Association of Social Workers said its staff lacked even basic hand sanitiser.
The news came as NHS staff were reportedly turned away from empty coronavirus testing centres for not booking appointments, while others were forced to queue due to high demand.


thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--Ben Wallace latest Cabinet member forced into isolation as coronavirus hits Westminster

The Cabinet Minister confirmed he had shut himself away after coming down with symptoms for the disease .
He has now since recovered .
Mr Wallace did not have an official test but took the decision to stay away from others for seven days based on NHS and government advice .
“ I felt symptoms last Tuesday and followed NHS guidelines by self isolating in my London flat , ” he said .
“ I continued to work throughout the week .
And am recovered now.
” The 49-year-old is the latest in a string of Government ministers forced to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or mirroring symptoms .
Boris Johnson , Health Secretary Matt Hancock and Downing Street chief EU trade negotiator David Frost were all confirmed as having coronavirus last week .
Other ministers including International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden have also isolated themselves after havig suspected cases .
The Prime Minister ’ s chief adviser Dominic Cummings is also self-isolating after developing symptoms , as is Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty .
Scotland Secretary Alister Jack , who sat between Conservative Party leader Mr Johnson and Mr Hancock at Prime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the weekend that he had a cough and a temperature - typical coronavirus symptoms - and would remain at home .
Mr Johnson is nearing the end of his seven-day isolation period and is said to be “ full of vigour ” despite the illness .
He has continued leading the Cabinet from his quarantine in Downing Street after testing positive for the virus last week .
Mr Johnson , who is reported to have had mild symptoms of the infection , has been chairing the daily morning tele-conference meetings of ministers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s response to the health emergency .
All Cabinet ministers have been instructed to work from home where possible in line with the Government ’ s coronavirus advice .
Mr Johnson ’ s partner Carrie Symonds , who is six months pregnant , left Downing Street about 11 days ago because of concerns about the possibility of infection and is currently reported to be self isolating at her south London home .

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace
The Cabinet Minister confirmed he had shut himself away after coming down with symptoms for the disease. He has now since recovered. Mr Wallace did not have an official test but took the decision to stay away from others for seven days based on NHS and government advice. “I felt symptoms last Tuesday and followed NHS guidelines by self isolating in my London flat,” he said.
“I continued to work throughout the week. And am recovered now.” The 49-year-old is the latest in a string of Government ministers forced to isolate themselves with either a confirmed case or mirroring symptoms. Boris Johnson, Health Secretary Matt Hancock and Downing Street chief EU trade negotiator David Frost were all confirmed as having coronavirus last week. Health minister Nadine Dorries also tested positive. Other ministers including International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden have also isolated themselves after havig suspected cases. The Prime Minister’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings is also self-isolating after developing symptoms, as is Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty. BACK BRITAIN'S BRAVE NHS HEROES - CLICK HERE NOW
Prime Minister’s chief adviser Dominic Cummings
Scotland Secretary Alister Jack, who sat between Conservative Party leader Mr Johnson and Mr Hancock at Prime Minister's Questions last Wednesday, confirmed at the weekend that he had a cough and a temperature - typical coronavirus symptoms - and would remain at home. Mr Johnson is nearing the end of his seven-day isolation period and is said to be “full of vigour” despite the illness. He has continued leading the Cabinet from his quarantine in Downing Street after testing positive for the virus last week. Mr Johnson, who is reported to have had mild symptoms of the infection, has been chairing the daily morning tele-conference meetings of ministers and officials held to direct the Government’s response to the health emergency. All Cabinet ministers have been instructed to work from home where possible in line with the Government’s coronavirus advice. Mr Johnson’s partner Carrie Symonds, who is six months pregnant, left Downing Street about 11 days ago because of concerns about the possibility of infection and is currently reported to be self isolating at her south London home.


thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--UK lockdown could be relaxed within WEEKS if EVERYONE plays part

Housing Minister Robert Jenrick said that if people stick to official government advice then numbers would fall - relieving pressure on the NHS .
Offering a glimmer of hope to worried families he told the BBC : “ If we all adhere to the measures then there is reason to believe they will begin to flatten the curve and we could see the evidence coming through that the NHS is being able to cope with the situation as best as possible .
If that is the case then there may be the potential to relax measures in a sensible way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks and months that would follow that.
” But he warned that the next two weeks will be “ critical ” as Britain surges towards the peak of the outbreak .
“ It ’ s likely the numbers will get worse in the coming days before they get better , ” Mr Jenrick told BBC Radio 4 ’ s Today programme .
Some experts have indicated that the worst period of the COVID-19 epidemic could strike between April 6 and April 20 .
This is when most deaths are likely to occur .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a 13-year-old and a 19-year-old with coronavirus is a reminder that the disease affects everyone .
He told BBC Breakfast : “ Every death is a tragedy , but two young people dying is even more sobering .
“ It does remind us all that this is a virus that ’ s indiscriminate .
“ It doesn ’ t just affect the elderly , or those who are extremely vulnerable because of their pre-existing conditions , although those people do need to take particular care .
“ It can affect all of us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ felt , or some young people have felt , almost invincible , and you saw that in some of the scenes a couple of weeks ago of young people out enjoying themselves when we first started to implement some of the social distancing measures .
“ I think now everybody in the country understands and appreciates the seriousness of the situation , and is following the medical advice , which is to stay at home , by doing so protect the NHS and help to save lives .

Coronavirus: Robert Jenrick on 'high demand' for tests in UK
Housing Minister Robert Jenrick said that if people stick to official government advice then numbers would fall - relieving pressure on the NHS. Offering a glimmer of hope to worried families he told the BBC: “If we all adhere to the measures then there is reason to believe they will begin to flatten the curve and we could see the evidence coming through that the NHS is being able to cope with the situation as best as possible. If that is the case then there may be the potential to relax measures in a sensible way in accordance with medical advice in the weeks and months that would follow that.”
But he warned that the next two weeks will be “critical” as Britain surges towards the peak of the outbreak. “It’s likely the numbers will get worse in the coming days before they get better,” Mr Jenrick told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme. Some experts have indicated that the worst period of the COVID-19 epidemic could strike between April 6 and April 20. This is when most deaths are likely to occur. And Mr Jenrick said the deaths of a 13-year-old and a 19-year-old with coronavirus is a reminder that the disease affects everyone. BACK BRITAIN'S BRAVE NHS HEROES - CLICK HERE NOW
Housing Minister Robert Jenrick
He told BBC Breakfast: “Every death is a tragedy, but two young people dying is even more sobering. “It does remind us all that this is a virus that’s indiscriminate. “It doesn’t just affect the elderly, or those who are extremely vulnerable because of their pre-existing conditions, although those people do need to take particular care. “It can affect all of us and I think many young people have felt, or some young people have felt, almost invincible, and you saw that in some of the scenes a couple of weeks ago of young people out enjoying themselves when we first started to implement some of the social distancing measures. “I think now everybody in the country understands and appreciates the seriousness of the situation, and is following the medical advice, which is to stay at home, by doing so protect the NHS and help to save lives."


thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--Coronavirus crisis: Government announces plans for virtual parliament

In a letter on Wednesday to the Leader of the House of Commons Jacob Rees-Mogg , Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle urged the government to consider implementing such a plan as a way for MPs to ask questions to government officials .
He wrote that MPs are being ‘ swamped ’ with questions from distressed constituents , and that “ responses to these questions can not wait for the House to sit again.
” Parliament is currently in recess until April 21 provisionally , after it closed early for Easter amid coronavirus fears .
However , the return date is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushed back further if the recess is extended .
In such an event , Sir Hoyle continued : “ I am keen that they [ MPs ] should be able to participate in key parliamentary proceedings virtually .
“ The House Service has already trialled some virtual select committee evidence sessions with witnesses and I have asked officials to investigate how they would apply similar technology to the types of business listed above.
” Such parliamentary proceedings could include Prime Minister ’ s questions and oral questions to government departments .
Sir Hoyle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ update as soon as possible on when the House would be set to return .
He wrote : “ It would be extremely helpful in the planning of the running of the house … given the growing scale of staff absence whether through social isolation or illness.
” The Guardian claims that Mr Rees-Mogg has said the government would set up such technology in time for April 21 , stating that “ we are exploring options with the parliamentary authorities in readiness for parliament ’ s return.
” The government is facing mounting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK deaths and infections continue to grow - the UK most recently announced a record daily increase of 563 deaths due to Covid-19 .
Michael Gove has said that there was a shortage of chemicals needed for the tests .
The government recently admitted that just 2,000 of around half a million frontline NHS staff had been tested for the virus so far , though the BBC has claimed that this has risen to 3,500 staff in England and Wales .
As well as causing widespread uncertainty , it means that many NHS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to work .
UK testing does not compare well to other countries such as Germany , which is administering 70,000 tests per day , the Guardian reports .
Despite this , Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a video yesterday that the government was “ massively increasing ” testing , stating that it would be “ how we will unlock the coronavirus puzzle .
”

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In a letter on Wednesday to the Leader of the House of Commons Jacob Rees-Mogg, Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle urged the government to consider implementing such a plan as a way for MPs to ask questions to government officials.
He wrote that MPs are being ‘swamped’ with questions from distressed constituents, and that “responses to these questions cannot wait for the House to sit again.” Parliament is currently in recess until April 21 provisionally, after it closed early for Easter amid coronavirus fears. However, the return date is not set in stone and could be pushed back further if the recess is extended. In such an event, Sir Hoyle continued: “I am keen that they [MPs] should be able to participate in key parliamentary proceedings virtually.
The government has reportedly anounced plans for a virtual parliament amid Covid-19 concerns
“The House Service has already trialled some virtual select committee evidence sessions with witnesses and I have asked officials to investigate how they would apply similar technology to the types of business listed above.” Such parliamentary proceedings could include Prime Minister’s questions and oral questions to government departments. Sir Hoyle also urged Mr Rees-Mogg to provide an update as soon as possible on when the House would be set to return. He wrote: “It would be extremely helpful in the planning of the running of the house … given the growing scale of staff absence whether through social isolation or illness.”
Sir Lindsay Hoyle, pictured on the day of the state opening of parliament, December 19th 2019.
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The Guardian claims that Mr Rees-Mogg has said the government would set up such technology in time for April 21, stating that “we are exploring options with the parliamentary authorities in readiness for parliament’s return.” The government is facing mounting pressure to supply more coronavirus tests as UK deaths and infections continue to grow - the UK most recently announced a record daily increase of 563 deaths due to Covid-19. Michael Gove has said that there was a shortage of chemicals needed for the tests. The government recently admitted that just 2,000 of around half a million frontline NHS staff had been tested for the virus so far, though the BBC has claimed that this has risen to 3,500 staff in England and Wales.
Most countries are on coronavirus lockdown around the world
As well as causing widespread uncertainty, it means that many NHS staff in isolation cannot get back to work. UK testing does not compare well to other countries such as Germany, which is administering 70,000 tests per day, the Guardian reports. Despite this, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a video yesterday that the government was “massively increasing” testing, stating that it would be “how we will unlock the coronavirus puzzle.”
House speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle wrote to Jacob Rees-Mogg, pictured, to discuss the plans
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thedailyexpress--2020-04-02--Corbyn's leadership 'took the p**s' – Ex-MP's scathing attack on 'selfish' outgoing leader

The Labour Party will announce its next leader on Saturday , as the four-month-long leadership election finally draws to a close .
But ahead of the announcement , former Labour MP Phil Wilson has raged about the party 's mistakes , especially under Jeremy Corbyn 's leadership .
The former MP , who lost his seat in the 2019 general election , launched a scathing attack on the outgoing leader , accusing Mr Corbyn of being `` tasteless , selfish and vain '' .
Writing in the New Statesman , Mr Wilson urged the Labour Party to bury Corbynism once @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He describes the Corbyn faction of the party as a `` cult '' and blames it for Labour 's catastrophic election defeat in the 2019 snap vote .
Mr Wilson , who was Labour MP for Sedgefield from 2007-2019 , said when Mr Corbyn was elected as Labour 's leader , the party became a joke to many of its core supporters .
He wrote : `` We were becoming a joke .
When we gave them Corbyn it went beyond a joke .
`` They thought we were taking the p**s. `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the electorate to take the Labour Party seriously , if the Labour Party isn ’ t prepared to do the same . ''
The former MP also claimed the party went under a fundamental shift under Mr Corbyn 's leadership .
He said : `` Corbyn brought a worldview alien to the Labour Party .
A worldview that belonged on the fringes .
`` With his victory , that worldview became centre stage and all those who lived on the fringes with him found their home centre stage too .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their image , creating a dystopian Labour Party , not recognisable to many of its existing members , never mind our supporters . ''
Mr Wilson went on to criticise the Corbyn faction and accused them of abandoning the Labour heartlands .
He said : `` The cult ’ s only mission was to take control of the Labour Party .
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`` It was nothing to do with Labour voters , but all to do with finding a home for their vanity project .
`` Tasteless and selfish , their project is on the verge of destroying the Labour Party . ''
Mr Wilson has urged the next Labour leader to shift away from Corbynism , describing the outgoing leader and his supporters as `` vein , self-centred and narcissistic '' .

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The Labour Party will announce its next leader on Saturday, as the four-month-long leadership election finally draws to a close. But ahead of the announcement, former Labour MP Phil Wilson has raged about the party's mistakes, especially under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership. The former MP, who lost his seat in the 2019 general election, launched a scathing attack on the outgoing leader, accusing Mr Corbyn of being "tasteless, selfish and vain".
Writing in the New Statesman, Mr Wilson urged the Labour Party to bury Corbynism once it has elected its new leader. He describes the Corbyn faction of the party as a "cult" and blames it for Labour's catastrophic election defeat in the 2019 snap vote. Mr Wilson, who was Labour MP for Sedgefield from 2007-2019, said when Mr Corbyn was elected as Labour's leader, the party became a joke to many of its core supporters. He wrote: "We were becoming a joke. When we gave them Corbyn it went beyond a joke.
Jeremy Corbyn's leadership of the Labour Party has been heavily criticised by a former MP
Former Labour MP Phil Wilson has raged about the party's mistakes under Corbyn
"They thought we were taking the p**s. "It’s asking a bit much of the electorate to take the Labour Party seriously, if the Labour Party isn’t prepared to do the same." The former MP also claimed the party went under a fundamental shift under Mr Corbyn's leadership. He said: "Corbyn brought a worldview alien to the Labour Party. A worldview that belonged on the fringes. JUST IN: Labour humiliation: Emily Thornberry’s horrific Brexit gaffe exposed
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The Labour Party will announce its next leader on Saturday
"With his victory, that worldview became centre stage and all those who lived on the fringes with him found their home centre stage too. "The doors were flung open to people in their image, creating a dystopian Labour Party, not recognisable to many of its existing members, never mind our supporters." Mr Wilson went on to criticise the Corbyn faction and accused them of abandoning the Labour heartlands. He said: "The cult’s only mission was to take control of the Labour Party. DON'T MISS: Rebecca Long-Bailey says leadership contest to end in 'bizarre' way [COMMENT]
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"The priority was not the communities we serve, but the cult’s hard-left ambitions. "It was nothing to do with Labour voters, but all to do with finding a home for their vanity project. "Tasteless and selfish, their project is on the verge of destroying the Labour Party." Mr Wilson has urged the next Labour leader to shift away from Corbynism, describing the outgoing leader and his supporters as "vein, self-centred and narcissistic".
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