inews--2020-05-09--Frank Soo: Remembering England's 'forgotten footballer' on the anniversary of his international debu

Frank Soo: Remembering England's 'forgotten footballer' on the anniversary of his international debut

Frank Soo : Remembering England 's 'forgotten footballer ' on the anniversary of his international debut The former inside-half from Derby , who was of mixed English and Chinese heritage , is being honoured with a 'Google Doodle' Though the nature of the tribute would have been alien beyond hope of explanation to Soo and his contemporaries – he made his national team debut in 1942 – the fact that so little is widely known of this footballing and cultural trailblazer is perhaps reason enough for his achievements in the game to be honoured .
Soo was in fact the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for England , though the nine caps he collected between 1942-45 are not recognised in the official records , coming as they did during `` unofficial '' wartime games .
That quirk of history has contributed to the player being marginalised in the long history of England international football , though his legacy is curated and kept alive by members of the Frank Soo Foundation , who are behind this tribute .
The second of seven children , Soo was born in Buxton in 1914 to mixed English and Chinese parentage .
His @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sailor working out of the docks in Liverpool .
It was there that he was raised by his father and mother , an English woman named Beatrice Williams .
The pair opened a launderette in West Derby in the east of the city , where Soo joined his first football team , West Derby Boys Club .
His senior career began with Prescott Cables of the Lancashire Combination league at the age of 18 .
His break into the professional ranks came when he was signed by Stoke City for a then-significant transfer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for many years alongside Sir Stanley Matthews .
Before he was England ’ s first non-white footballer , Soo became the first player of Chinese heritage to play in the Football League when he made his Stoke debut against Middlesbrough at Boro ’ s old Ayresome Park ground in 1933 .
He made steady progress as a young professional at Stoke , earning a reputation as a fine passer of the ball and a skilled dead-ball taker .
His elevation to one of the Football League ’ s best inside halves ( akin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ player ) inevitably brought talk of an England call-up .
Writing in 1939 , an article in the Daily Express said : “ Soo , of Stoke , is one of the finest halves in the game , and it would be no less than he was worth if they put him in.
” The outbreak of war in September 1939 brought a shut-down of usual football activities in England , with the Football League suspending play and replacing regular competition with regionalized leagues that , owing to the exceptional circumstances and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the war effort , don ’ t appear in the record books .
That footnote also applies to international matches during the period .
Soo finally got his England call in 1942 , playing nine times including during the Victory Internationals in 1945 , a series of games organised between the home nations to mark the end of hostilities in Europe .
His contribution to the war effort formally began in 1941 when he was seconded into the RAF , and his work largely consisted in working in teams responsible for training air @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the domestic war effort , Soo ’ s time spent away from Stoke caused significant harm to his relationship with City manager Bob McGrory .
Frustrated with his skipper ’ s extended periods away from the team on RAF duty , McGrory stripped Soo of the captain ’ s armband .
Finally , in April 1945 just weeks before the confirmation of the Allied victory in Europe , he was transfer listed after fatally falling out with his manager over being played out of position ( England star Matthews came to have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the same reasons ) .
He was sold to Leicester City for another mammoth fee of £4,600 in September , but after six years of disruption his star was on the wane .
A difficult season at Filbert Street , during which the Foxes fought to survive in the First Division , brought another strained relationship with his manager , and at the end of the season he was sold at a loss to Luton Town , his last major club .
He later took Djurgårdens IF to the top of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he was affectionately ( or not ) nicknamed slavdrivare by his players , meaning ‘ slave-driver ’ – before moving on to Padova in Italy , AIK back in Sweden and Scunthorpe United .

Frank Soo, the first footballer of Asian heritage to represent England, will be memorialised on Saturday in the form of a Google Doodle.
Though the nature of the tribute would have been alien beyond hope of explanation to Soo and his contemporaries – he made his national team debut in 1942 – the fact that so little is widely known of this footballing and cultural trailblazer is perhaps reason enough for his achievements in the game to be honoured.
Soo was in fact the first player of non-white heritage to play for England, though the nine caps he collected between 1942-45 are not recognised in the official records, coming as they did during “unofficial” wartime games.
That quirk of history has contributed to the player being marginalised in the long history of England international football, though his legacy is curated and kept alive by members of the Frank Soo Foundation, who are behind this tribute.
So who was Frank Soo? We’ve taken at the life and times of this historic figure.
Early life
The second of seven children, Soo was born in Buxton in 1914 to mixed English and Chinese parentage. His father, Our Quong-Soo, was a sailor working out of the docks in Liverpool. It was there that he was raised by his father and mother, an English woman named Beatrice Williams. The pair opened a launderette in West Derby in the east of the city, where Soo joined his first football team, West Derby Boys Club.
His senior career began with Prescott Cables of the Lancashire Combination league at the age of 18. His break into the professional ranks came when he was signed by Stoke City for a then-significant transfer fee of £400, where he played for many years alongside Sir Stanley Matthews.
Professional career
Before he was England’s first non-white footballer, Soo became the first player of Chinese heritage to play in the Football League when he made his Stoke debut against Middlesbrough at Boro’s old Ayresome Park ground in 1933.
He made steady progress as a young professional at Stoke, earning a reputation as a fine passer of the ball and a skilled dead-ball taker. His elevation to one of the Football League’s best inside halves (akin to something like a modern central midfield player) inevitably brought talk of an England call-up. Writing in 1939, an article in the Daily Express said: “Soo, of Stoke, is one of the finest halves in the game, and it would be no less than he was worth if they put him in.”
World War II and England selection
The outbreak of war in September 1939 brought a shut-down of usual football activities in England, with the Football League suspending play and replacing regular competition with regionalized leagues that, owing to the exceptional circumstances and the fact that many teams lost players to the war effort, don’t appear in the record books.
That footnote also applies to international matches during the period. Soo finally got his England call in 1942, playing nine times including during the Victory Internationals in 1945, a series of games organised between the home nations to mark the end of hostilities in Europe.
His contribution to the war effort formally began in 1941 when he was seconded into the RAF, and his work largely consisted in working in teams responsible for training air crews. Despite the austerity caused by the domestic war effort, Soo’s time spent away from Stoke caused significant harm to his relationship with City manager Bob McGrory.
Frustrated with his skipper’s extended periods away from the team on RAF duty, McGrory stripped Soo of the captain’s armband. Finally, in April 1945 just weeks before the confirmation of the Allied victory in Europe, he was transfer listed after fatally falling out with his manager over being played out of position (England star Matthews came to have a similarly tense relationship with the uncompromising McGrory for the same reasons).
He was sold to Leicester City for another mammoth fee of £4,600 in September, but after six years of disruption his star was on the wane. A difficult season at Filbert Street, during which the Foxes fought to survive in the First Division, brought another strained relationship with his manager, and at the end of the season he was sold at a loss to Luton Town, his last major club.
Managerial career
His career as a manager included a remarkably diverse roster of clubs, taking him across Scandinavia and which included a spell at managing the Norwegian national team, whom he led to the 1952 Helsinki Olympics.
He later took Djurgårdens IF to the top of the Allsvenskan, the Swedish top flight – he was affectionately (or not) nicknamed slavdrivare by his players, meaning ‘slave-driver’ – before moving on to Padova in Italy, AIK back in Sweden and Scunthorpe United.
He briefly accepted a post to manage the Hong Kong national team in 1971, but never took up the role after a disagreement over contract terms scuppered the appointment. A similar breakdown in negotiations had ended a brief association with the Israeli national side in 1963.
Soo died in Cheadle in Stoke in January 1991 from complications resulting from dementia.


inews--2020-05-09--Coronavirus latest: Government set to announce mandatory 14-day quarantine for people entering UK

Boris Johnson is expected to announce the move in his Sunday briefing , in a bid to avoid a second peak of the coronavirus pandemic Britons and foreign nationals arriving at airports or ports will be made to immediately self-isolate , unless they have travelled from the Republic of Ireland .
Boris Johnson is expected to announce the move in his Sunday briefing , in a bid to avoid a second peak of the coronavirus pandemic , The Times reports .
Under the measures , which are expected to be implemented in June , all passengers will be required to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ self-isolate .
Fines of up to £1,000 The paper reports that `` authorities will conduct spot checks '' , with punishments for those not adhering to the rules including `` fines of up to £1,000 '' and deportation .
Airports have been largely empty during the pandemic ( Photo : Getty ) A Home Office spokesperson said : `` We do not comment on leaks .
The focus remains on staying at home to protect the NHS and save lives . ''
The aviation industry is calling on the Government to reveal specifics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ measures could have severe repercussions for the travel and tourism sectors .
`` We need to see the details of what they are proposing '' , Airlines UK , which represents British Airways , EasyJet and other UK-based airlines , said in a statement to the BBC .
Responding to earlier speculation that a mandatory quarantine would be part of the Government 's coronavirus measures , Airlines UK issued a statement saying the proposal `` would effectively kill international travel to and from UK and cause immeasurable damage to the aviation industry and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` Nobody is going to go on holiday if they 're not able to resume normal life for 14 days , and business travel would be severely restricted .
`` It will also make it all but impossible for aviation to resume any time soon , thereby setting back the UK 's economic recovery still further . ''
Airline bosses are against the idea of a 14-day quarantine ( Photo : Getty ) 'Really big impact on our sector' She told BBC Breakfast : `` I think there 's been lots of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of course the transport secretary was on the Andrew Marr show last week , so although we have n't had any details yet there 's been a lot of speculation that there will be a 14-day quarantine for passengers returning to the UK .
`` That would have a really big impact on our sector , but at the moment we do n't have very much detail about what that would mean . ''
She added : `` We see passenger numbers typically down by about 98 per cent now in the UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lot of airports now are closed for passenger traffic .
`` There are very few flights coming in and that means no revenue , so we 're really having to adjust and see our way through . ''

The Government is set to announce a mandatory 14-day quarantine for people entering the UK.
Britons and foreign nationals arriving at airports or ports will be made to immediately self-isolate, unless they have travelled from the Republic of Ireland.
Boris Johnson is expected to announce the move in his Sunday briefing, in a bid to avoid a second peak of the coronavirus pandemic, The Times reports.
Under the measures, which are expected to be implemented in June, all passengers will be required to provide an address at which they will self-isolate.
Fines of up to £1,000
The paper reports that “authorities will conduct spot checks”, with punishments for those not adhering to the rules including “fines of up to £1,000” and deportation.
Key workers including lorry drivers who transport goods and people who work in the shipping industry would be exempt from the quarantine, BBC News reports.
A Home Office spokesperson said: “We do not comment on leaks. The focus remains on staying at home to protect the NHS and save lives.”
The aviation industry is calling on the Government to reveal specifics of the proposal amid concerns that the measures could have severe repercussions for the travel and tourism sectors.
Airline industry ‘wants details’
“We need to see the details of what they are proposing”, Airlines UK, which represents British Airways, EasyJet and other UK-based airlines, said in a statement to the BBC.
Responding to earlier speculation that a mandatory quarantine would be part of the Government’s coronavirus measures, Airlines UK issued a statement saying the proposal “would effectively kill international travel to and from UK and cause immeasurable damage to the aviation industry and wider UK economy”.
It added: “Nobody is going to go on holiday if they’re not able to resume normal life for 14 days, and business travel would be severely restricted.
“It will also make it all but impossible for aviation to resume any time soon, thereby setting back the UK’s economic recovery still further.”
Airport Operators Association chief executive Karen Dee said she has not received any details yet about a mandatory quarantine.
‘Really big impact on our sector’
She told BBC Breakfast: “I think there’s been lots of speculation in the press recently, and of course the transport secretary was on the Andrew Marr show last week, so although we haven’t had any details yet there’s been a lot of speculation that there will be a 14-day quarantine for passengers returning to the UK.
“That would have a really big impact on our sector, but at the moment we don’t have very much detail about what that would mean.”
She added: “We see passenger numbers typically down by about 98 per cent now in the UK. So, you know, a lot of airports now are closed for passenger traffic.
“There are very few flights coming in and that means no revenue, so we’re really having to adjust and see our way through.”
Tens of thousands of people have already flown into the UK during lockdown, without any mandatory isolation rules in place.
The Government says the vast majority were returning home.


inews--2020-05-09--Normal People finale explained: what the ambiguous ending of the BBC series means - and how it diffe

Normal People finale explained: what the ambiguous ending of the BBC series means - and how it differs from Sally Rooney's book

Normal People finale explained : what the ambiguous ending of the BBC series means - and how it differs from Sally Rooney 's book While most fans are desperate for Marianne and Connell to end up together , the real ending - as in life - is not that easy ...
It follows the love story of Marianne ( Daisy Edgar-Jones ) and Connell ( Paul Mescal ) , a young couple who are forced to overcome a series of obstacles in order to be together , including mental health needs and pressure from friends .
And while most fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end up together , the real ending - as in life - is not that easy ... Marianne and Connell have got back together , and look to finally be able to settle into a long-term relationship , when the carpet gets whipped from under their feet .
Connell is offered a place on a creative writing course in New York , which would mean leaving Marianne behind in Dublin for a year .
Connell and Marianne have to overcome many obstacles ( Photo : BBC ) He is deliberating over whether to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him towards it , not wanting to be the reason why he does not pursue his dreams .
She knows that this might mean Connell ends up living in New York full time , which would likely mean the end of any potential relationship .
Connell eventually decides to uproot his life and move , making the emotional decision while say with Marianne on the bedroom floor .
What does this mean for their future ?
It is left open ended .
The pair do not close the chapter on their love story @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long distance .
How does it compare to Rooney 's book ?
The series stays mostly loyal to the book 's ending .
In Rooney 's novel Connell becomes editor of the literary magazine at Trinity College after publishing a short story .
This leads to him being offered a place on a Master 's degree as the prestigious Cornell University in New York .
The book ends without the reader knowing what Connell decides , leaving it up to the imagination whether he decides to chase his dream in New York or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while it does not necessarily give the satisfactory ending some crave , both the book and series have been praised for their more complex and realistic takes on life .

Normal People has become the latest lockdown TV sensation, with people rushing to binge all 12 episodes of the BBC Three show, based on Sally Rooney’s bestselling novel.
It follows the love story of Marianne (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and Connell (Paul Mescal), a young couple who are forced to overcome a series of obstacles in order to be together, including mental health needs and pressure from friends.
And while most fans are desperate for Marianne and Connell to end up together, the real ending – as in life – is not that easy…
How the Normal People TV series ends
Marianne and Connell have got back together, and look to finally be able to settle into a long-term relationship, when the carpet gets whipped from under their feet.
Connell is offered a place on a creative writing course in New York, which would mean leaving Marianne behind in Dublin for a year.
He is deliberating over whether to take the offer, and Marianne pushes him towards it, not wanting to be the reason why he does not pursue his dreams.
She knows that this might mean Connell ends up living in New York full time, which would likely mean the end of any potential relationship.
Connell eventually decides to uproot his life and move, making the emotional decision while sat with Marianne on the bedroom floor.
What does this mean for their future? It is left open ended. The pair do not close the chapter on their love story, nor do they commit to continuing long distance.
How does it compare to Rooney’s book?
The series stays mostly loyal to the book’s ending. In Rooney’s novel Connell becomes editor of the literary magazine at Trinity College after publishing a short story.
This leads to him being offered a place on a Master’s degree as the prestigious Cornell University in New York.
The book ends without the reader knowing what Connell decides, leaving it up to the imagination whether he decides to chase his dream in New York or remain in Ireland with Marianne.
Rooney has no plans for a follow-up novel, and intended the story to remain open ended.
And while it does not necessarily give the satisfactory ending some crave, both the book and series have been praised for their more complex and realistic takes on life.


inews--2020-05-09--M&S food delivery: full list of UK stores offering home delivery through Deliveroo, and how to order

M & S food delivery : full list of UK stores offering home delivery through Deliveroo , and how to order Tasks like going to the supermarket to buy groceries has become trickier as life under lockdown continues for residents across the UK Most major supermarkets offer home delivery , however these delivery slots are booked fast - even if you do manage to bag a home delivery , you could be left waiting weeks for your order .
Why have M & S partnered with Deliveroo ?
“ In order to play our part in feeding the nation , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our customers a same-day delivery service of essential productions , ” M & S explained in a statement .
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to keep the UK in lockdown , the chain decided to partner with Deliveroo instead to bring forward its delivery service by four months .
What items am I allowed to order ?
The M & S store on the app even states : “ We ’ re bringing all your M & S favourites right to your front door .
From champagne to coffee , tasty snacks to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ maximum of two products per individual items , and there is limited stock availability , so you might not be able to buy some of the more popular items .
The app says : “ This store is experiencing a high demand right now , so some items may be unavailable and your order could be rejected .
“ We ’ re here to deliver whatever we can , but if you aren ’ t able to get what you need , please check back later.
” You ’ re also able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , cider and even some spirits .
You ’ ll be expected to show ID upon delivery if you buy any of these restricted items .
How do I order from M & S ?
Ordering groceries from M & S via Deliveroo is the same process as ordering any other food from the app .
Deliveroo offers contact-free delivery , so your order will be left at your front door to collect .
You ’ ll be able to track your rider ’ s progress on the app as they make their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a small order fee in place on the M & S store on Deliveroo which you will be subject to if your order is less than £15 .
For example , if you only wanted to buy a loaf of bread for £1.35 , the small order fee would cost £13.65 , to bring the total cost of your order to £15 , not including the delivery and service cost .

Most major supermarkets offer home delivery, however these delivery slots are booked fast – even if you do manage to bag a home delivery, you could be left waiting weeks for your order.
M&S has partnered with food delivery service Deliveroo to try and make things easier for shoppers, offering same day deliveries for groceries.
Here’s what you should know, and how to order.
Why have M&S partnered with Deliveroo?
M&S have partnered with food delivery company Deliveroo to deliver their groceries to shoppers across the UK.
“In order to play our part in feeding the nation, we have partnered with Deliveroo to provide our customers a same-day delivery service of essential productions,” M&S explained in a statement.
M&S had plans to partner with Ocado to deliver groceries, with an initial launch date of September 2020.
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to keep the UK in lockdown, the chain decided to partner with Deliveroo instead to bring forward its delivery service by four months.
What items am I allowed to order?
You’re allowed to order a variety of items from the M&S store on Deliveroo.
The M&S store on the app even states: “We’re bringing all your M&S favourites right to your front door. From champagne to coffee, tasty snacks to all your essentials,
“We’ve got everything you need, whenever you need it.”
There is a maximum of two products per individual items, and there is limited stock availability, so you might not be able to buy some of the more popular items.
The app says: “This store is experiencing a high demand right now, so some items may be unavailable and your order could be rejected.
“We’re here to deliver whatever we can, but if you aren’t able to get what you need, please check back later.”
You’re also able to buy alcohol, like beer, wine, cider and even some spirits. You’ll be expected to show ID upon delivery if you buy any of these restricted items.
How do I order from M&S?
Ordering groceries from M&S via Deliveroo is the same process as ordering any other food from the app.
If you’ve never used Deliveroo before, this is how to order:
Download the Deliveroo app onto your smartphone, or visit the Deliveroo website instead
Enter in your postcode and you’ll be able to see all of the restaurants and stores that are available for delivery
Search for M&S and in the search bar and tap on the store
From here, you’ll be able to browse through all the items available, adding them to your basket as you please
When you’re finished shopping, tap on the ‘checkout’ option to review your order before purchasing
Deliveroo offers contact-free delivery, so your order will be left at your front door to collect. You’ll be able to track your rider’s progress on the app as they make their way to you.
The delivery fee is £4.50, with an additional service fee of 49p.
There is also a small order fee in place on the M&S store on Deliveroo which you will be subject to if your order is less than £15.
For example, if you only wanted to buy a loaf of bread for £1.35, the small order fee would cost £13.65, to bring the total cost of your order to £15, not including the delivery and service cost.
The full list of participating stores
The M&S website states: “If you live within the catchment area of one of the 100+ BP M&S stores offering delivery, you will be able to get everything from milk and bread to pizza and wine straight to your doorstep.”
This is the full list of stores offering delivery:


inews--2020-05-09--How to book a Covid-19 test if you're a key worker: Who can be tested and where test centres are

How to book a Covid-19 test if you 're a key worker : Who can be tested and where test centres are 'We are making it easier , faster and simpler for any essential worker in England who needs a test to get a test' Who is eligible for the testing ?
People are eligible to apply for a test if they are experiencing symptoms and are an essential worker , aged 65 or over , or can not work from home - or if they live with someone in any of those three categories .
How can I apply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tested and will I have to drive ?
You can choose between asking to be sent a home test kit or you can book an appointment at one of more than 30 regional drive-through test sites , some of which have been set up in car parks and at airports .
What does the test involve ?
After you drive to the testing site , you should remain in your vehicle for the duration of the visit .
You will be asked whether you would like to test yourself or whether you would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it out .
How long do I have to wait for the results ?
Results from drive-through test sites should be sent out by text within 48 hours but it could take up to five days .
For home testing kits , results should be available within 72 hours from when the sample is collected .
What about employers of key workers ?
Are there plans to expand testing even more ?

The Government has expanded testing to millions of key workers and the people they live with if they are showing symptoms of Covid-19.
The DHSC says testing key workers would allow them to return to work if their results were negative.
Essential workers and those aged 65 or over are among those who can apply for and book a test online if they are experiencing symptoms.
Testing can be carried out at ‘drive-thru’ sites or via self-sampling kits that are posted out and returned.
Here is everything you need to know about testing for key workers:
Who is eligible for the testing?
People are eligible to apply for a test if they are experiencing symptoms and are an essential worker, aged 65 or over, or cannot work from home – or if they live with someone in any of those three categories.
The first group of designated key workers includes NHS and social care staff, police officers, teachers, social workers, undertakers, journalists, supermarket workers and those who work in food production.
Firefighters, local and national government staff and delivery drivers are also on the list.
People who live in the same household as key workers, and show symptoms, can also be tested.
Mr Hancock said: “We are making it easier, faster and simpler for any essential worker in England who needs a test to get a test.”
The scheme is part of the test, track and trace strategy to eventually ease lockdown measures.
Testing patients suspected to have the virus will remain the priority, though.
How can I apply for testing?
To apply for a test, you can enter your details on the gov.uk/coronavirus website.
You should receive an email or text on the same day, inviting you to book a test on the same website.
There is no charge for testing.
People should aim to get tested within three days of displaying the key coronavirus symptoms of a new continuous cough or a high temperature. This is when testing is most effective, according to the Government.
Where will I be tested and will I have to drive?
There are currently two options for where you can be tested.
You can choose between asking to be sent a home test kit or you can book an appointment at one of more than 30 regional drive-through test sites, some of which have been set up in car parks and at airports.
The introduction of home testing kits follows criticism that some people will not be able to drive to the test sites. Amazon will deliver the kits within 24 hours and Royal Mail will collect them the next day.
Are home test kits in short supply?
Initially the number of home kits will be limited, so the Government is encouraging people to attend one of the drive-through sites if possible.
The availability of each testing option will gradually increase. Slots are released at 8am every day.
What does the test involve?
Testing for coronavirus involves taking a swab of your nose and the back of your throat.
After you drive to the testing site, you should remain in your vehicle for the duration of the visit. You will be asked whether you would like to test yourself or whether you would like a swabbing assistant administrator to carry it out.
If you have ordered the home kit, you can do it yourself.
How long do I have to wait for the results?
Once you have been tested, the sample will be sent to a laboratory for analysis.
Three new “Lighthouse Labs”, based in Milton Keynes, Glasgow and Alderley Park in Cheshire, have been set up in three weeks to increase testing capacity.
Results from drive-through test sites should be sent out by text within 48 hours but it could take up to five days. For home testing kits, results should be available within 72 hours from when the sample is collected.
People will be given advice on any next steps that need to be taken after receiving their results.
What about employers of key workers?
Essential workers who are self-isolating can also be registered and referred for coronavirus testing by their employer.
Employers need to obtain a login for the referrals. They should email portalservicedesk@dhsc.gov.uk with two email addresses that will be used to load essential worker contact details into the employer referral portal. Once the employer’s details have been verified, they will be sent two login credentials for the portal.
Then, essential workers who have been referred will receive a text with a unique invitation code to book a test for themselves or their household members at one of the regional sites.
Are there plans to expand testing even more?
The Government wants to boost the number of drive-through testing sites, with plans to have 50 open by the end of April. The aim is to ensure that most people will not have to drive more than 45 minutes to get tested.
A network of new mobile testing units designed by Army engineers is being set up to travel to care homes, police stations and prisons where there is demand for testing.
The units can be “easily set up in under 20 minutes”, according to the Government.
Packages of satellite test kits will also be sent directly to care homes across England to enable testing of symptomatic residents.


inews--2020-05-09--Can I drive to exercise or walk my dog? UK coronavirus lockdown rules on traveling explained

Can I drive to exercise or walk my dog ?
UK coronavirus lockdown rules on traveling explained With social distancing measures tightened up and life under lockdown continuing , some people have questions about what they can still do Under government guidance , people are allowed to go out once daily for exercise - but does this include driving to a beauty spot or park to run or walk your dog ?
Can I drive to take my dog on a walk ?
The current rules being enforced by the lockdown states that there are only four reasons you should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has clarified that only essential travel should be undertaken , and that daily exercise should occur locally and close to home .
`` Stay local and use open spaces near to your home where possible – do not travel unnecessarily , '' the guidance states .
As lockdown rules continue to be enforced , The National Police Chiefs ’ Council ( NPCC ) has issued guidance for people about what they can and can not do when leaving their homes .
The current rules being enforced by the lockdown states that there are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your home : What you ’ re not allowed to do is drive for a prolonged period of time for only a brief amount of exercise , or take a short walk to something like a park bench where you sit for a long period .
Given current circumstances , you probably should not be driving to a separate location to exercise or walk your dog , but in some cases it is permitted .
In the list released by the government , it stated : “ Parks will remain open only for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day .
The National Trust also announced that they are closing all of their gardens and parks as well due to the spread of coronavirus .
Their statement said : “ We have now closed all of our gated gardens and parks as well as our houses , cafes and shops to help restrict the spread of the coronavirus , and by the end of Tuesday 24 March , we will close all our car parks .
“ We believe it is important that people do not travel , and instead stay at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ”

Under government guidance, people are now allowed to go outside for more than their once daily exercise – in fact, outdoor exercise is now no longer limited. But does this include driving to a beauty spot or park to run or walk your dog?
Here’s what you should know.
Can I drive to take my dog on a walk?
Current rules being enforced by the lockdown states that there are only four reasons you should be leaving your home:
Daily exercise (which includes walking your dog)
Shopping for essentials
Travelling to and from work
To fulfil medical needs
The UK Government has now updated the daily exercise allowance, from one form of daily exercise a day to an unlimited amount of exercise each day.
This will be permitted from Wednesday 13 May, and social distancing measures will still need to be followed.
Boris Johnson said: “From this Wednesday, we want to encourage people to take more and even unlimited amounts of outdoor exercise.”
Driving to other destinations to do this exercise, which includes dog walking, is also allowed.
“You can sit in the sun in your local park, you can drive to other destinations, you can even play sports but only with members of your own household,” Johnson explained.
Are parks closed?
In the list released by the government, it stated: “Parks will remain open only for individuals and households to exercise.
“Communal spaces within parks such as playgrounds and football pitches will be closed.”
The National Trust also announced that they are closing all of their gardens and parks as well due to the spread of coronavirus.
Their statement said: “We have now closed all of our gated gardens and parks as well as our houses, cafes and shops to help restrict the spread of the coronavirus, and by the end of Tuesday 24 March, we will close all our car parks.
“We believe it is important that people do not travel, and instead stay at home and observe social distancing measures.”


inews--2020-05-09--How will lockdown be eased? Prime Minister expected to relax some UK coronavirus rules - but which o

How will lockdown be eased? Prime Minister expected to relax some UK coronavirus rules - but which ones?

How will lockdown be eased ?
Prime Minister expected to relax some UK coronavirus rules - but which ones ?
The Prime Minister said the Government will proceed with 'maximum caution ' when it comes to easing the lockdown '' I think we 've got to understand that this is a pandemic and a virus that spreads so easily that we have to be very cautious as we look at how we come out of the current lockdown . ''
When could any changes be announced ?
Any changes that may be implemented next week are still under discussion .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Thursday to review if it is safe to ease the measures across England , Wales , Scotland and Northern Ireland .
What has the media said about the lockdown ?
The main focus for easing the restrictions is likely to be about restarting the economy and allowing some people to return to work without risking their health .
According to the Daily Mirror , employees at workplaces that stayed open during the lockdown will be encouraged to return .
Like other papers , the Telegraph also reports that people are likely to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ next week .
This could include unlimited exercise outdoors - rather than just once a day as the current guidelines state - with the two-metre rule still in place .
The Sun 's `` Happy Monday '' front page on 7 May says `` go out to exercise all you like '' and `` sit in park 2m from your pals '' while the Daily Mail says `` picnics , parks trips and countryside outings back on '' .
What has the Government said ?
`` The Prime Minister said that in considering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the existing guidelines that we are not going to do anything that risks a second peak .
`` We will advance with maximum caution in order to protect the NHS and save lives .
We will be guided at every step by the science and the data and we will closely track the impact of any easing of the social distancing measures and will not hesitate to tighten the rules if required , '' he said .

The UK is waiting patiently for Sunday when the Government has indicated it could announce a slight easing of the coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
Boris Johnson has pledged to set out a “roadmap” of how Britain can slowly begin returning to normal life, with expectations that some measures will change from Monday.
However there have been conflicting reports about what freedoms Britons may be allowed, with fears that there may be some over-excitement.
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis told Sky News “it would be wrong to get too carried away”.
“I think we’ve got to understand that this is a pandemic and a virus that spreads so easily that we have to be very cautious as we look at how we come out of the current lockdown.”
“The worst thing that could happen would be to have a very fast, quick and dangerous second peak to this virus,” he added.
When could any changes be announced?
Any changes that may be implemented next week are still under discussion. Boris Johnson is meeting with ministers on Thursday to review if it is safe to ease the measures across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
The priority is ensuring the rate of infection of Covid-19 does not increase with any changes.
The Prime Minister will make a statement on Sunday.
What has the media said about the lockdown?
It is widely reported that the Government is going to scrap its key “stay at home” message from next week, and replace it with a new slogan.
The main focus for easing the restrictions is likely to be about restarting the economy and allowing some people to return to work without risking their health. According to the Daily Mirror, employees at workplaces that stayed open during the lockdown will be encouraged to return.
Some outlets have reported that the Government will advise Britons to wear face masks on public transport and in shops and offices where it is harder to stick to social distancing rules.
Despite some reports about shops opening as long as social distancing can take place, The Daily Telegraph says non-essential retailers, including garden centres, will have to hold on a little longer before fully reopening.
Like other papers, the Telegraph also reports that people are likely to be allowed to spend more time outdoors from next week. This could include unlimited exercise outdoors – rather than just once a day as the current guidelines state – with the two-metre rule still in place.
The Sun‘s “Happy Monday” front page on 7 May says “go out to exercise all you like” and “sit in park 2m from your pals” while the Daily Mail says “picnics, parks trips and countryside outings back on”.
The Guardian says “picnics, sunbathing and unlimited rambles will be among the first activities to be allowed when the lockdown loosens”.
In The Times, a report reads that “open-air sporting activities”, such as tennis, golf and fishing, could be allowed.
It also says the Government is considering allowing people to meet with a limited number of family and friends in some way.
The Telegraph says restaurants, bars and cafes will remain closed for now.
According to The Guardian and the Mirror, year six pupils will be going back to school from June in England.
What has the Government said?
Boris Johnson has said the Government will proceed with “maximum caution” when it comes to easing the lockdown and that nothing will be done to risk a second Covid-19 peak.
Any changes will be guided by the science, said his official spokesman.
“The Prime Minister said that in considering whether there could be any easement in the existing guidelines that we are not going to do anything that risks a second peak.
“We will advance with maximum caution in order to protect the NHS and save lives. We will be guided at every step by the science and the data and we will closely track the impact of any easing of the social distancing measures and will not hesitate to tighten the rules if required,” he said.
Downing Street said Mr Johnson wanted to maintain the four-nation approach to coronavirus measures which has existed so far.
It comes after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the lockdown in Scotland is set to continue, and that the various media reports about easing restrictions had not been discussed with the Scottish government.
Ms Sturgeon said she “may” be prepared “in the immediate future” to agree to a change in guidance only allowing people out for exercise once a day.
“The other possible changes that are reported in the media, such as encouraging more people back to work now, opening beer gardens, or encouraging more use of public transport, would not in my judgment be safe for us to make yet,” she added.
“And I particularly strongly believe for us to drop the clear, well-understood stay at home message right now could be a potentially catastrophic mistake.”


inews--2020-05-09--Animal Crossing challenge: how to complete the New Horizons May Day maze, where to get tickets and h

Animal Crossing challenge: how to complete the New Horizons May Day maze, where to get tickets and how long the island lasts

Animal Crossing challenge : how to complete the New Horizons May Day maze , where to get tickets and how @ @ @ @ @ game has rolled out a new May Day Tour that lasts all week ahead of @ @ @ @ @ 8 May How to get the Animal Crossing : New Horizons May Day update The @ @ @ @ @ free ( Image : Nintendo ) Tickets are only valid between 1 May and 7 @ @ @ @ @ yet clear whether users can have multiple attempts at the maze - so this may @ @ @ @ @ How to conquer the Animal Crossing : New Horizons May Day maze The mazes are @ @ @ @ @ be slightly different for each user , but there are some common rules that apply @ @ @ @ @ got a new challenge on their hands ( Photo : Nintendo ) How to get @ @ @ @ @ Animal Crossing : New Horizons May Day maze

Housebound fans of Animal Crossing: New Horizons have been keeping busy lately, but their horizons are set to expand with a new update.
The game has rolled out a new May Day Tour that lasts all week ahead of the Spring celebration on Friday 8 May.
Inspired by the North American public holiday Labour Day, May Day is celebrated across Europe to mark the new season.
And this challenge is quite unlike any of the updates we have seen so far.
The feature opens up a maze to explore and there are even some prizes along the way.
How to get the Animal Crossing: New Horizons May Day update
Grabbing tickets for May Day is actually very simple and completely free of charge.
First, head to Resident Services where Tom Nook will guide you to the airport.
When at the terminal, collect your tickets and select the “I’d like to fly” button and you’ll be whisked to May Day island.
Tickets are only valid between 1 May and 7 May and it is not yet clear whether users can have multiple attempts at the maze – so this may be your only chance.
How to conquer the Animal Crossing: New Horizons May Day maze
Upon arrival on May Day island you will find it is only you versus a giant maze – with no tools to help.
The mazes are chosen at random so will be slightly different for each user, but there are some common rules that apply throughout.
First, you can use your shovel to dig up shrubs
Eat a piece of fruit first to bolster your strength ahead of removing a tree or smashing a rock
You can get jump over the square holes but have to walk at them in a straight line
Worn axes will only have enough strength to slash one tree.
How to get Rover’s suitcase to complete Animal Crossing: New Horizons May Day maze
You will met Rover the cat at the end of the maze – a familiar face for seasoned players of the Animal Crossing games.
He will give you an exclusive suitcase as confirmation you have completed the maze challenge, and will be posted directly to your house by the dodos when you fly back.
Ensure you pick up the bell tokens before you leave too – they could come in handy later.


inews--2020-05-09--What is a social bubble? How UK coronavirus lockdown rules could be eased to allow you to see your l

What is a social bubble? How UK coronavirus lockdown rules could be eased to allow you to see your loved ones

What is a social bubble ?
How UK coronavirus lockdown rules could be eased to allow you to see your loved ones Social bubbles mean people could see family and friends in a controlled way Many people , who have followed the rules to stay at home and not mix with anyone outside their own household , have not seen their family and friends for weeks .
`` Social bubbles are based on the idea that people have ‘ close friends and family ’ with whom they interact most frequently .
On the other hand there are strangers with whom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see again , '' says Dr Joshua Moon , a research fellow in sustainability research methods in the Science Policy Research Unit at the University of Sussex Business School .
Expanding that bubble as the country seeks to gradually ease its lockdown restrictions would allow you to see more family and friends .
The group could be made up of people from two or more households .
However it is likely that everyone would have to agree to be in just one social bubble and not meet anyone outside that group to avoid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ socialising can take place in a controlled way , and it will make contact tracing efforts easier .
Dr Moon says : `` The notion of social bubbles means that those individuals with whom you interact most frequently are part of your 'bubble ' .
These are both the people you are most likely to infect and the people who are easiest to track down when contact tracing . ''
`` Strangers are less likely to be infected but [ are ] also harder to recall when you ’ re being interviewed by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to easing lockdown , it is therefore easier for people to be allowed to meet with individuals in their social bubbles because those contacts can be traced and isolated more easily , thereby reducing onward transmission , '' Dr Moon adds .
Social distancing measures - such as keeping two metres apart - are still likely to apply within the bubbles .
And if anyone in the group shows symptoms of coronavirus , it is likely that all members will have to self-isolate .
Is the UK considering this ?
When asked at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bubbles would be considered under relaxed lockdown measures , the Prime Minister 's official spokesman said : `` We have said that there is extensive work going on in Government to look at the next phase of the coronavirus response and we have also talked about how we could relax measures in some areas and toughen them in others .
`` But in terms of specific details you will have to wait until such a time as we have the full medical and scientific advice and we are ready to set out what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ considering social bubbles ?
`` We are considering if and how we could make changes to allow people to meet with a small number of others ( the number is under consideration ) outside their own household in a group or 'bubble ' that acts as a single , self-contained unit , without connections to other households or 'bubbles ' .
It is possible that this option would be introduced first for outdoor meetings , ahead of any change to permit indoor meetings of the bubble , '' it reads .

The Government has announced that some of the lockdown conditions to slow the spread of coronavirus are to be eased for people living in England.
One of the changes is that individuals can meet up with one person from another household in an outdoor space as long as they stick to social distancing rules.
Many people, who have followed the rules to stay at home and not mix with anyone outside their own household, have not seen their family and friends for weeks.
Larger reunions remain off the cards for now but the Government has said it is looking at how to allow people to safely see their friends and family in the future while “continuing to limit the risk of chains of transmission”.
One idea that could be considered is social bubbles, which is being used in some other countries.
With no firm plans in place, how the bubbles would work in the UK remains speculative for now.
What is a social bubble?
At the moment, the people you live with form your social bubble.
Expanding that bubble as the country seeks to gradually ease its lockdown restrictions would allow you to see more family and friends. The group could be made up of people from two or more households.
“Social bubbles are based on the idea that people have ‘close friends and family’ with whom they interact most frequently. On the other hand there are strangers with whom people interact once or twice then never see again,” says Dr Joshua Moon, a research fellow in sustainability research methods in the Science Policy Research Unit at the University of Sussex Business School.
It is likely that everyone would have to agree to be in just one social bubble and not meet anyone outside that group to avoid spreading the virus. It means that socialising can take place in a controlled way, and it will make contact tracing efforts easier.
Dr Moon says: “The notion of social bubbles means that those individuals with whom you interact most frequently are part of your ‘bubble’. These are both the people you are most likely to infect and the people who are easiest to track down when contact tracing.”
“Strangers are less likely to be infected but [are] also harder to recall when you’re being interviewed by a contact tracer. When it comes to easing lockdown, it is therefore easier for people to be allowed to meet with individuals in their social bubbles because those contacts can be traced and isolated more easily, thereby reducing onward transmission,” Dr Moon adds.
Social bubbles could lead to difficult decisions about group formations, with some family members and friends being left out.
In the first instance, it’s likely that the bubbles would be able to meet outside, where risk of transmission is lower than in indoor spaces.
Is the UK considering this?
The Government says it recognises the lockdown has affected people who are isolated, vulnerable and who live alone.
It’s 50-page Covid-19 recovery strategy says it has asked the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies to “examine whether, when and how it can safely change the regulations to allow people to expand their household group to include one other household in the same exclusive group”.
“The intention of this change would be to allow those who are isolated some more social contact, and to reduce the most harmful effects of the current social restrictions, while continuing to limit the risk of chains of transmission. It would also support some families to return to work by, for example, allowing two households to share childcare,” the plan reads.
This could be based on the bubbles model in New Zealand.
Is anywhere else considering social bubbles?
Scotland
A paper from the Scottish Government’s Framework for Decision Making, on options for easing lockdown restrictions, suggests allowing people to socialise within “bubbles” of named people outside their own household.
“We are considering if and how we could make changes to allow people to meet with a small number of others (the number is under consideration) outside their own household in a group or ‘bubble’ that acts as a single, self-contained unit, without connections to other households or ‘bubbles’. It is possible that this option would be introduced first for outdoor meetings, ahead of any change to permit indoor meetings of the bubble,” it reads.
Maintaining hygiene measures and social distancing should continue within the group, the document says.
“If anyone in the group developed symptoms of the disease, those people would need to self-isolate immediately for seven days, and the remainder of the bubble for 14 days,” it adds.
Guernsey
On the Channel Island of Guernsey, households can socialise with members of another. But the bubble applies to entire households so individuals cannot form separate groups.
However social distancing measures do not have to be observed.
New Zealand
In New Zealand, households can expand their bubble to include people who ideally live nearby.
The government gives the following examples: “If a relative or loved one lives locally and is currently alone, you can extend your bubble to include them.
“If you are returning to work and need to make childcare or other care arrangements for those already in your bubble, a care provider can join your bubble,” it adds.
Belgium
According to a leaked memo, the Belgian government has been considering allowing people to form social bubbles of 10 people to spend time together on weekends.
All 10 people must agree to only socialise within their bubble – they cannot meet people outside the group of 10.
Germany
In Germany, measures to ease the lockdown include allowing people from two households to meet.
However, the country has also launched an “emergency brake” mechanism, which would allow the government to renew restrictions if the rate of infection begins to climb again.
This article was updated at 10:50am on 12/05/2020 following the Government’s changes to the lockdown restrictions in England


inews--2020-05-09--When will leisure centres reopen? Latest on UK coronavirus lockdown rules, with swimming pools close

When will leisure centres reopen? Latest on UK coronavirus lockdown rules, with swimming pools closed for now

When will leisure centres reopen ?
Latest on UK coronavirus lockdown rules , with swimming pools closed for now Latest news on UK coronavirus lockdown rules and when swimming pools could reopen - with pools staying closed for now .
The UK currently remains under lockdown , but many are now wondering when shops , hairdressers and gyms could begin to reopen again , after restrictions were first put in place on 23 March ( Photo : Shutterstock ) The UK currently remains under lockdown , but many are now wondering when shops , hairdressers and gyms could begin to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ put in place on 23 March .
If you ’ re a keen swimmer and eager to get back in your local pool , when is it likely to be open again ?
The government is currently planning ahead for the “ roadmap ” out of lockdown , which Boris Johnson is expected to reveal on Sunday 10 May .
However , there has been confirmation yet as to when swimming pools will be able to reopen .
It ’ s currently likely that when pools do reopen , fewer swimmers will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less time .
Virgin Active said that they will inform customers when clubs are to reopen , `` once it is safe to do so based on government advice '' .
What safety measures will be put into place ?
England ’ s national governing body Swim England has provided initial guidance to the government on how to reopen more than 4,000 of the country ’ s swimming pools , and will now start developing more detailed recommendations for operators , clubs and swim schools .
This will be based on the latest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensure the safe use of facilities following the coronavirus lockdown .
Mr Lamburn said : “ The science and understanding of Covid-19 in the swimming pool environment is evolving every day and we are continuing to monitor and support research in this area in cooperation with international partners .
“ We will be developing our guidance in line with scientific research and alongside the information from the Government on the national exit of lockdown.
” Mr Lamburn said Swim England would ideally like up to three weeks ’ notice for the industry to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
However , they are endeavouring to support the government whatever the time frame is , to ensure facilities are both safe and ready for swimmers to return to the pool .
“ We have been in regular communication with key stakeholders regarding the impact on facilities and have also been sharing knowledge and information with Sport England , Swim Ireland , Scottish Swimming and Swim Wales , ” adds Mr Lamburn .
“ A lot of pools have never closed before so we ’ ve been providing the guidance and support needed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were safely shut down and maintained.
” What is the ‘ roadmap ’ out of lockdown ?
Leading his first Downing Street briefing since recovering from Covid-19 , Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Thursday 30 April : “ What you are going to get next week is really a road map , a menu of options .
“ The dates and times of each individual measure will be very much driven by where we are in the epidemic , what the data is really saying , and we are getting in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and in the course of the next few days .
”

Regular swimmers have been among those most affected by the coronavirus lockdown. Pools have been closed for almost four months, and did not reopen as hoped on 4 July, when pubs and restaurants returned.
However, both indoor and outdoor pools can now reopen, as well as gyms and leisure centres.
Here is everything you need to know.
When will indoor pools reopen?
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed that indoor pools, gyms and leisure centres could open their doors again from Saturday 25 July.
He said the move would help get the country “match-fit to defeat the virus” amid growing fears of inactivity among the population due to social distancing restrictions.
“The reopening of gyms is the news millions across the country have been waiting for with many people desperate to jump on a spinning bike or dive into a pool,” he said when he announced the move.
“Our comprehensive guidance will ensure gyms, pools and leisure centres have the support they need to reopen safely for their customers and staff.”
When will outdoor pools and lidos reopen?
Outdoor pools and lidos opened on 11 July, along with grassroots outdoor sports.
This started with cricket, and was followed by other sports, such as football and basketball.
What will pools be like now they have reopened?
Under guidelines released by Swim England, the national governing body for swimming, swimmers are now urged to shower at home, arrive wearing their swimwear under their clothes and bring toys and floats with them.
This change, called “beach style turn up and swim”, is designed to make sure swimmers spend less time in the changing room and to ensure that showers are available post-swim.
The number of lanes in a pool will be cut in half, with swimmers told to maintain a safe distance from others at all times, and diving will come with extra precautions because it “can result in injury that requires ambulance care”.
Jane Nickerson, chief executive of Swim England, told The Sunday Times: “In the early days, it may be that you are encouraged not to use the changing rooms.
“What we’re suggesting is going ‘beach-ready’. Some pools might ask you just to put on a towelling robe and – let’s hope you’re not on a bus, you’re in a car – travel home like that.”
She added: “Kids playing around – I don’t think we’ll be seeing that for some time because of the social distancing. It doesn’t mean that we couldn’t do lessons, or some club and community activity – as long as they are programmed and maintaining a distance.”
Swimmers will made made to maintain social distancing rules, with one person per three-square-metre area.
The government did not confirm exactly when pools would be allowed to reopen under its initial road map out of lockdown published in May.
However, it was thought that they would stay closed until at least 4 July, the date earmarked as the earliest possible time for phase three of the lockdown exit plan (including the opening of hospitality businesses) could begin.
Virgin Active had previously said simply that it would inform customers when it will reopen clubs “once it is safe to do so based on government advice”.
‘The science is evolving every day’
Richard Lamburn, Swim England Head of Facilities, had previously explained how the organisation had been in discussions with Government departments regarding the necessary guidance.
Mr Lamburn said: “The science and understanding of Covid-19 in the swimming pool environment is evolving every day and we are continuing to monitor and support research in this area in cooperation with international partners.
“We will be developing our guidance in line with scientific research and alongside the information from the Government on the national exit of lockdown.”
Mr Lamburn said Swim England would ideally like up to three weeks’ notice for the industry to get pools ready to be used again.
However, they are endeavouring to support the government whatever the time frame is, to ensure facilities are both safe and ready for swimmers to return to the pool.
“We have been in regular communication with key stakeholders regarding the impact on facilities and have also been sharing knowledge and information with Sport England, Swim Ireland, Scottish Swimming and Swim Wales,” adds Mr Lamburn.
“A lot of pools have never closed before so we’ve been providing the guidance and support needed to local authorities and operators to ensure they were safely shut down and maintained.”


inews--2020-05-09--When will salons open? Latest on UK lockdown measures and if closed hairdressers could be among firs

When will salons open? Latest on UK lockdown measures and if closed hairdressers could be among first businesses to reopen

When will salons open ?
Latest on UK lockdown measures and if closed hairdressers could be among first businesses to reopen Latest on lockdown closures in the UK and if hairdressers could be among first businesses to open .
As hairdressers and barber shops remain temporarily closed , many across the UK have been getting creative with cutting their own hair at home - with some interesting results ( Photo : Shutterstock ) As hairdressers and barber shops remain temporarily closed , many across the UK have been getting creative with cutting their own hair at home - with some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that senior ministers are pushing a so-called ‘ traffic light ’ system to lift the lockdown .
Under this plan , small shops could be allowed to reopen first , alongside hairdressers and nurseries .
Schools would also begin to reopen .
This would start with primary , GCSE and A Level students able to go back part-time .
However , the public would still be urged to avoid non-essential travel .
Next in the phase could then be restaurants , with all pupils able to go back to school with social distancing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than 50 staff would be able to reopen and people could be allowed to take public transport while wearing face masks .
The government is also currently planning ahead for the “ road map ” out of lockdown , which Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to reveal on Sunday 10 May .
Could salons be shut for a long time ?
It depends what phase of the re-opening they are included in .
According to reports , hair and beauty salons could remain shut for six months or potentially longer , after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a safe way for them to reopen .
However , other countries that have begun to ease their lockdowns , such as Denmark , have permitted hairdressers to open in the first phase .
They can , however , draw on a second Treasury wage scheme which is for the self-employed .
Self-employed workers do n't need to apply to it , as HMRC will contact those who are eligible for the payout by mid-May .
Citizens Advice explains that “ if your income has dropped because of coronavirus , you might be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ You could get 80 per cent of your average profits up to a maximum of £2,500 per month .
This is called the Self-employment Income Support Scheme .
How can I support my local hairdresser ?
A good way to support your local hair salon is to buy a gift voucher now that you can use there when they reopen .
Hairdressers will also be very busy when they do reopen , so if your salon does have a waiting list , then it ’ s worth putting your name down @ @

Hairdressers and barber shops across the UK are reopening from July 4, amid a raft of changes to lockdown restrictions that include the reopening of museums, galleries and cinemas, plus relief for the hospitality sector, with pubs, restaurants and hotels allowed to start trading again.
Since March, hairdressers have remained temporarily closed, with many across the UK getting creative with cutting their own hair at home – with some very interesting results.
Now they are set to reopen, but with extra security measures in place. Here’s what you need to know.
When do hairdressers reopen?
Hairdressers had been named among the businesses able to reopen from July 4, to the relief of families who have been managing with DIY haircuts and shaggier locks.
This is in line with the government’s “phase three” of lockdown, in which hospitality businesses, some entertainment venues and hairdressers might be able to reopen.
The decision to reopen salons comes as part of Boris Johnsons blueprint for a gradual easing of the coronavirus lockdown in England, which saw primary schools, nurseries and shops partially reopening from 1 June.
Although it was originally thought that hairdressers could be among the first businesses to reopen, Dominic Raab revealed that they will not open until July at the earliest.
This is in line with the plans for some cafes or restaurants with outdoor space, and places or worship and socially distanced cinemas.
When Nicola Sturgeon unveiled a four-phase route map to ease Scotland out of lockdown restrictions, she said retail services including hairdressers are not expected to be allowed to open for bookings again until phase three of the plan.
What safety measures will be in place?
Hairdressers and barbers have been advised to wear protective visors when they reopen after July 4.
Other precautions are expected, such as discussing the appointment in the mirror and avoiding smalltalk during the haircut to reduce the amount of face-to-face time.
The National Hair and Beauty Federation has advised salons to be clear in their messaging to customers about the health and safety measures in place.
What about wages?
It is estimated that 60 per cent of hairdressers are freelance, making them ineligible for the government’s furlough scheme.
They can, however, draw on a second Treasury wage scheme which is for the self-employed. Self-employed workers don’t need to apply to it, as HMRC will contact those who are eligible for the payout by mid-May.
Citizens Advice explains that “if your income has dropped because of coronavirus, you might be able to get money from the government.
“You could get 80 per cent of your average profits up to a maximum of £2,500 per month. This is called the Self-employment Income Support Scheme.”
How can I support my local hairdresser?
A good way to support your local hair salon is to buy a gift voucher now that you can use there when they reopen.
Hairdressers will also be very busy when they do reopen, so if your salon does have a waiting list, then it’s worth putting your name down now.
L’Oréal Professionnel, the British Beauty Council patron, has released a COVID-19 support guide to help salon owners, employees, and self-employed hair stylists who are currently out of work.
The guide includes details on the current government measures, alongside information on how to claim benefits, HR and legal advice.


inews--2020-05-09--Coronavirus leaves migrants in "life-threatening" conditions as record numbers cross channel

A record 145 people made the perilous journey to Britain on Friday A charity has told how migrants are facing “ life-threatening ” conditions during the coronavirus crises after record numbers crossed the channel over the bank holiday weekend .
The huge surge in crossings took place on Friday and Saturday , with at least 227 making the perilous journey to the UK .
A record 145 migrants were taken to Dover on Friday , as the nation celebrated VE Day , after making their way across the English Channel , the Home Office confirmed on Saturday evening .
Clare @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` It 's little wonder people living in France 's refugee camps are desperate to make this dangerous crossing , given the awful conditions they face there .
`` Coronavirus has made a bad situation life-threateningly worse .
People are squeezed into tiny areas , they ca n't social distance , and the support they relied on for survival is drastically reduced .
`` These people are fleeing terrifying situations in some of the most dangerous parts of the world .
They aim for the UK because they want to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other connections , and others know our language and want to integrate and contribute .
Now more than ever , we need to give them a safe and humane way to have their requests for asylum fairly heard , that 's the way to end chaotic and dangerous channel crossings once and for all . ''
A massive 145 people made the journey across the channel ( Photo : Gareth Fuller/PA Wire ) The 145 migrants dealt with by Border Force on Friday were found aboard eight inflatable boats between 2am and 9am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new single-day record after 102 were picked up on February 7 .
Seventy of these were aboard inflatable boats , while 12 men were found at Dungeness on the Kent coast .
Minister for Immigration Compliance and the Courts Chris Philp said : “ We are all working night and day to dismantle and arrest the criminal gangs who trade in people smuggling .
“ The recent increase in crossings is totally unacceptable and it is sickening that smugglers are willing to put people ’ s lives at risk , including children .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ up action to stop the crossings , going after the criminals perpetrating these heinous crimes and prosecuting them for their criminal activity .
”

A charity has told how migrants are facing “life-threatening” conditions during the coronavirus crises after record numbers crossed the channel over the bank holiday weekend.
The huge surge in crossings took place on Friday and Saturday, with at least 227 making the perilous journey to the UK.
A record 145 migrants were taken to Dover on Friday, as the nation celebrated VE Day, after making their way across the English Channel, the Home Office confirmed on Saturday evening.
This included massive 51 people packed on board a single inflatable boat.
A humanitarian charity described the virus as “making a bad situation worse”.
“Awful conditions”
Clare Moseley, founder of charity Care4Calais, said: “It’s little wonder people living in France’s refugee camps are desperate to make this dangerous crossing, given the awful conditions they face there.
“Coronavirus has made a bad situation life-threateningly worse. People are squeezed into tiny areas, they can’t social distance, and the support they relied on for survival is drastically reduced.
“These people are fleeing terrifying situations in some of the most dangerous parts of the world. They aim for the UK because they want to be safe.
“Many have family or other connections, and others know our language and want to integrate and contribute. Now more than ever, we need to give them a safe and humane way to have their requests for asylum fairly heard, that’s the way to end chaotic and dangerous channel crossings once and for all.”
Record numbers
Both border force officials and migrants who travelled to the UK were pictured wearing face masks on Saturday.
The 145 migrants dealt with by Border Force on Friday were found aboard eight inflatable boats between 2am and 9am.
They said they are Iranian, Iraqi, Kuwaiti, and Afghan nationals.
This is believed to be a new single-day record after 102 were picked up on February 7.
On Saturday, the Home Office said it intercepted a further 82 migrants.
Seventy of these were aboard inflatable boats, while 12 men were found at Dungeness on the Kent coast.
Minister for Immigration Compliance and the Courts Chris Philp said: “We are all working night and day to dismantle and arrest the criminal gangs who trade in people smuggling.
“The recent increase in crossings is totally unacceptable and it is sickening that smugglers are willing to put people’s lives at risk, including children.
“This is why we are stepping up action to stop the crossings, going after the criminals perpetrating these heinous crimes and prosecuting them for their criminal activity.”
Since lockdown was announced in Britain on March 23, at least 836 migrants have been intercepted by UK authorities and brought ashore, it has been reported.


inews--2020-05-09--E-scooters to be 'fast-tracked' as Britons are urged not to overwhelm public transport

E-scooters to be 'fast-tracked ' as Britons are urged not to overwhelm public transport He warned that if public transport were to be returned at full capacity , the two-metre social distancing rules mean they could only carry one in 10 passengers on some services .
Mr Shapps said that the commute to work is likely to be very different after lockdown , adding that it presents an “ enormous logistical challenge ” as well as a “ health opportunity ” .
The MP also described it as a ‘ once in a generation change to the way people travel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will even be able to prescribe cycling to get us fitter .
Mr Shapps said : “ Whilst it ’ s crucial that we stay at home , when the country does get back to work we need to ask those people to carry on cycling or walking and for them to be joined by many others as well.
” Mr Shapps praised those who have taken up cycling during lockdown ( Photo : DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP via Getty Images ) He praised those who have taken up cycling during lockdown , confirming that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent in the numbers of bikes on the streets in some areas .
E-scooter trials are to be fast tracked ( Photo : JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images ) '' I ’ m extending those trips from four local authorities to every region of the country that ’ s wants them in a bid to get e-scooter rental schemes up and running in cities as fast as possible .
“ Helping reduce car use on shorter journeys and taking some of the pressure off the busses at this time .
These trials @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as the impact on public spaces ” .

The Government is to invest £2billion in green travel solutions including e-scooters, as it emerges there will be room for just one in 10 passengers on public transport.
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, who announced the package at the Government’s daily press briefing, said preventing overcrowding on public transport is of utmost importance.
He warned that if public transport were to be returned at full capacity, the two-metre social distancing rules mean they could only carry one in 10 passengers on some services.
Mr Shapps said that the commute to work is likely to be very different after lockdown, adding that it presents an “enormous logistical challenge” as well as a “health opportunity”.
The MP also described it as a ‘once in a generation change to the way people travel in Britain’, adding that doctors will even be able to prescribe cycling to get us fitter.
Cycling “at the heart of transport policy”
The package will “put cycling and walking at the heart of our transport policy” and a national cycling plan is to be published in early June.
The Government has commited to doubling cycle lanes and increasing walking by 2025.
Mr Shapps said: “Whilst it’s crucial that we stay at home, when the country does get back to work we need to ask those people to carry on cycling or walking and for them to be joined by many others as well.”
He added: “The first stage, worth £250m, is a series of swift emergency inventions to make cycling and walking safer.
“[Things like] pop up bike lanes, wider pavements, cycle and bus-only streets are all examples of what people will start to see more of.
“Accompanying the new money we are today publishing fast-track statutory guidance, effective immediately, requiring councils in England to cater for significant increase numbers of cyclists and pedestrians and making it easier for them to create safer streets.”
They will work with employers to encourage up take on Cycle to Work scheme, which saves employees money off a bike, and introduce a voucher programme for repairs and up-keep.
He praised those who have taken up cycling during lockdown, confirming that there has been an increase of 70 per cent in the numbers of bikes on the streets in some areas.
Transport “revolution”
Mr Shapps also revealed plans to bring forward electric scooter trials in a bid to change the UK’s public transport landscape.
Currently, e-scooters – which can travel at up to 15.5mph – are banned on roads and pavements in the UK.
A consultation into their legalisation was launched in March.
He said: “Today Im also fast-tracking trials of e-scooters. I’m bringing this programme, already underway, from next year to next month.
“I’m extending those trips from four local authorities to every region of the country that’s wants them in a bid to get e-scooter rental schemes up and running in cities as fast as possible.
“Helping reduce car use on shorter journeys and taking some of the pressure off the busses at this time. These trials will help us assess the safety benefits as well as the impact on public spaces”.
There will also be the introduction of apps to give peel urgent access to real-time transport information, including which parts of the transport network are overcrowded.
As well as this, Mr Shapps announced an additional £10million for electric car ports to see the clean “revolution” going.
He added: “The car will remain a mainstay for many families.
“ As well as backing the electric infrastructure, therefor we are also going to accelerate the filing of pot-hols that plagues so many road users.”
Mr Shapps also announced an additional 346 deaths, taking Britain’s total to 31,587.


inews--2020-05-09--Coronavirus in the UK: Coastguard records highest number of incidents since lockdown began as beach-

Coronavirus in the UK: Coastguard records highest number of incidents since lockdown began as beach-goers flout rules

Coronavirus in the UK : Coastguard records highest number of incidents since lockdown began as beach-goers flout rules HM Coastguard 's duty commander Matt Leat said that the lives and welfare frontline rescuers are at risk with every distress call The Coastguard is pleading with the public to stay at home and away from the coastlines during the lockdown , as the number of incidences reported soars over the Bank Holiday weekend .
HM Coastguard said that it had to deal with 97 incidents on Friday - the highest amount it has recorded since the UK was put into lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ understand that the weather and the bank holiday , coupled with the fact that we 've been in this lockdown situation for just over six weeks , has tempted people out to our beautiful coasts .
`` However , as the Government said only yesterday , it 's really vital that we all continue to observe the guidance . ''
A woman sits outside a beach hut on the seafront in Eastbourne on 9 May ( Photo : Getty ) He continued : `` Every time we get a 999 or distress call @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minute we send in a rescue response , we 're putting our frontline responders at risk as well as putting the NHS under avoidable pressure .
`` Please , please continue to observe the # StayHomeSaveLives message - it 's still in place for a reason .
Exercise locally and stretch your legs , not our resources . ''
His comments follow reports that Boris Johnson is said to announce the first few measures to relax the lockdown on Monday.However , the gradual roll back of restrictions is expected to be limited .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ set to reopen next week providing shops enforce appropriate social distancing measures and that they keep cafes and playgrounds shut .
Households may also be told they can enjoy a picnic together and be able to exercise outside locally for an unlimited amount of time a day .
There were reports that primary schools could be set to open in the near future .
However , teachers ' unions , as well as other workers unions such as TUC , Unison and Unite , have since unveiled a list of demands that need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be safe for children to go back to the classroom .

The Coastguard is pleading with the public to stay at home and away from the coastlines during the lockdown, as the number of incidences reported soars over the Bank Holiday weekend.
HM Coastguard said that it had to deal with 97 incidents on Friday – the highest amount it has recorded since the UK was put into lockdown in late March.
The average number for April was 63.
Duty commander Matt Leat said that the lives and welfare frontline rescuers are at risk with every distress call.
Ignoring measures
“People are ignoring the measures put into place by the Government,” he said.
“I completely understand that the weather and the bank holiday, coupled with the fact that we’ve been in this lockdown situation for just over six weeks, has tempted people out to our beautiful coasts.
“However, as the Government said only yesterday, it’s really vital that we all continue to observe the guidance.”
He continued: “Every time we get a 999 or distress call, we will always respond but the minute we send in a rescue response, we’re putting our frontline responders at risk as well as putting the NHS under avoidable pressure.
“Please, please continue to observe the #StayHomeSaveLives message – it’s still in place for a reason. Exercise locally and stretch your legs, not our resources.”
Lockdown lifting remains limited
His comments follow reports that Boris Johnson is said to announce the first few measures to relax the lockdown on Monday.
However, the gradual roll back of restrictions is expected to be limited.
Garden centres across England and Wales are set to reopen next week providing shops enforce appropriate social distancing measures and that they keep cafes and playgrounds shut.
Households may also be told they can enjoy a picnic together and be able to exercise outside locally for an unlimited amount of time a day.
There were reports that primary schools could be set to open in the near future. However, teachers’ unions, as well as other workers unions such as TUC, Unison and Unite, have since unveiled a list of demands that need to be met before they believe it will be safe for children to go back to the classroom.
The list includes supplying schools with personal protective equipment (PPE), extra cash to deep clean buildings and local powers to shut schools again in the event of an outbreak in the area.


inews--2020-05-09--Coronavirus in the UK: Hospitals reportedly sent Covid-19 patients into care homes without warning

Coronavirus in the UK : Hospitals reportedly sent Covid-19 patients into care homes without warning The Care Quality Commission ( CQC ) is investigating reports that hospitals did not disclose diagnosis when patients were discharged Hospitals allegedly sent patients known to have the coronavirus into care homes without warning staff that they could infect others , the care quality watchdog has said .
The Care Quality Commission ( CQC ) said it is investigating a “ very small ” number of incidents where hospitals who treated individuals who tested positive for Covid-19 did not disclose the diagnosis to carers when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will now consider whether hospitals have breached regulations and what action is to be taken .
`` In a very small number of cases where care homes have told us that a patient 's positive Covid status was known to the hospital but not disclosed at the point of discharge , we are considering whether the hospital breached regulations , ” a CQC spokesperson said .
`` We will determine what , if any , action might be appropriate once we have reviewed all the available information . ''
`` We have heard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happened and it has resulted in infections spreading to other residents in the care home , ” she told the Daily Mail .
`` In cases where it looks like the information was n't disclosed by the hospital , we are looking at whether the hospital breached their regulations and whether we can take action .
The Prime Minister says he 'bitterly regrets ' the epidemic of coronavirus in care homes but claims the death rate is falling ( Photo : Getty ) New data from the Office for National Statistics ( ONS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care home deaths registered up to 24 April in England and Wales , up from just over 3,000 the week before .
The ONS said the numbers are based on where Covid-19 is mentioned on the death certificate , including in combination with other health conditions .
When asked about figures that show new outbreaks of Covid-19 in 600 care homes , bringing the total to over 5,000 , and why patients with the virus were being sent to these facilities , he said only around one in 20 discharges from hospital go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been working increasingly closely with colleagues in social care to provide support , so we are testing patients before they are discharged into care homes , ” Professor Powis said .
`` But I think it 's important also to note that it 's a relatively small number of discharges from hospitals that actually are directly into care homes , somewhere in the region of around one in 20 are going into care homes for the first time .
`` It 's right though that , as I said , we put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into care homes , that includes our support through primary care and general practice , but it also includes support around infection prevention and control . ''

Hospitals allegedly sent patients known to have the coronavirus into care homes without warning staff that they could infect others, the care quality watchdog has said.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) said it is investigating a “very small” number of incidents where hospitals who treated individuals who tested positive for Covid-19 did not disclose the diagnosis to carers when the patients were discharged.
The incidents led to the virus being transmitted to others, the CQC says.
The body will now consider whether hospitals have breached regulations and what action is to be taken.
“In a very small number of cases where care homes have told us that a patient’s positive Covid status was known to the hospital but not disclosed at the point of discharge, we are considering whether the hospital breached regulations,” a CQC spokesperson said.
“We will determine what, if any, action might be appropriate once we have reviewed all the available information.”
Infections spreading
The news follows the QC’s chief inspector of adult social care, Kate Terroni, confirming how seriously the regulator is taking the reports.
“We have heard of a few incidents where this has happened and it has resulted in infections spreading to other residents in the care home,” she told the Daily Mail.
“In cases where it looks like the information wasn’t disclosed by the hospital, we are looking at whether the hospital breached their regulations and whether we can take action.
“It’s an issue we take really seriously.”
New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that there were 5,890 coronavirus-related care home deaths registered up to 24 April in England and Wales, up from just over 3,000 the week before.
The ONS said the numbers are based on where Covid-19 is mentioned on the death certificate, including in combination with other health conditions.
NHS care home briefing
Speaking at the daily Downing Street press briefing on Friday, NHS England’s medical director Professor Stephen Powis said patients were being tested for Covid-19 before being discharged into care homes.
When asked about figures that show new outbreaks of Covid-19 in 600 care homes, bringing the total to over 5,000, and why patients with the virus were being sent to these facilities, he said only around one in 20 discharges from hospital go into care homes.
“The NHS has been working increasingly closely with colleagues in social care to provide support, so we are testing patients before they are discharged into care homes,” Professor Powis said.
“But I think it’s important also to note that it’s a relatively small number of discharges from hospitals that actually are directly into care homes, somewhere in the region of around one in 20 are going into care homes for the first time.
“It’s right though that, as I said, we put as much support as we possibly do into care homes, that includes our support through primary care and general practice, but it also includes support around infection prevention and control.”
He added that hospital directors of infection prevention are assisting colleagues to help with training and standards of infection control in care homes.
Additional reporting by Press Association


inews--2020-05-09--Coronavirus latest: Young men are more likely to flout lockdown rules, study finds

Coronavirus latest : Young men are more likely to flout lockdown rules , study finds More than half of men between 19 and 24 have met friends and family they do not live with during lockdown The study , which was conducted by the University of Sheffield and Ulster University , showed more than half of men between the ages of 19 and 24 have met friends or family that they shouldn ’ t have .
A fifth of these had been reprimanded by the police at some point , and had been dispersed , fined or even arrested for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent of men that age was their hands every time they go home and 10 per cent never do .
The study states : “ A greater proportion of male older adolescents reported exercising more than once a day , or not staying at least two meters away from other people when they leave home .
Fifty per cent reported that they had gathered in a group of more than two people in a park or a public space.
” But the poll , of around 2,000 13-24 year olds , revealed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same age have seen friends or family , while more than half wash their hands every time they leave the house and go home .
More than 40 percent said they are washing their hands more often than usual and more than half have never exercised more than once a day during lockdown .
The study also found that young people in general do not perceive themselves to being at risk of contracting coronavirus or a risk to others .
Around 30 percent of males between 18 and 24 believe that there is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because of their age , while only 20 percent of women in the same category felt the same .
Almost 40 percent of young men thought there is no risk they could easily spread the virus to others when they have no symptoms , compared to just under 25 percent of women .
Young men are also less likely to wash their hands when they go home ( Photo by THEO ROUBY/AFP via Getty Images ) The University of Sheffield ’ s Dr Liat Levita said : ” We know that males in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have always explained that in terms of males trying to show off .
`` They will take more risks and their decision-making processes are shaped by that so their behaviour actually makes sense to them.
” This comes after it was revealed eighty per cent of the 9,000 coronavirus fines issued in England and Wales in April were given to men .
Those with depression were less likely to adhere to the rules , while those with anxiety were actually more likely to comply with social distancing measures and wash their hands .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ are feeling more anxious now than before lockdown - a stat that was exacerbated if they had a parent who is a key worker .
`` So if you need to hand-wash more often and need to make an effort in following the guidelines , it 's not something that you 're actually going to be able to do very well.
” She added that we should not wait too long to help young people who are struggling with lockdown , saying : `` If you have a broken leg , you do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the hospital to get it fixed . ''

Young men are more likely to break coronavirus lockdown rules than women of the same age, researchers have found.
The study, which was conducted by the University of Sheffield and Ulster University, showed more than half of men between the ages of 19 and 24 have met friends or family that they shouldn’t have.
A fifth of these had been reprimanded by the police at some point, and had been dispersed, fined or even arrested for flouting the rules.
Less than 40 per cent of men that age was their hands every time they go home and 10 per cent never do.
Half of young men flout lockdown
The study states: “A greater proportion of male older adolescents reported exercising more than once a day, or not staying at least two meters away from other people when they leave home. Fifty per cent reported that they had gathered in a group of more than two people in a park or a public space.”
But the poll, of around 2,000 13-24 year olds, revealed that just a quarter of women the same age have seen friends or family, while more than half wash their hands every time they leave the house and go home.
More than 40 percent said they are washing their hands more often than usual and more than half have never exercised more than once a day during lockdown.
Low risk
The study also found that young people in general do not perceive themselves to being at risk of contracting coronavirus or a risk to others.
Around 30 percent of males between 18 and 24 believe that there is no risk of them catching the virus because of their age, while only 20 percent of women in the same category felt the same.
Almost 40 percent of young men thought there is no risk they could easily spread the virus to others when they have no symptoms, compared to just under 25 percent of women.
The University of Sheffield ’s Dr Liat Levita said: ”We know that males in general take more risks and evolutionary psychologists have always explained that in terms of males trying to show off.
“They will take more risks and their decision-making processes are shaped by that so their behaviour actually makes sense to them.”
This comes after it was revealed eighty per cent of the 9,000 coronavirus fines issued in England and Wales in April were given to men.
Mental health links
The researchers also discovered a link between lockdown compliance and depression.
Those with depression were less likely to adhere to the rules, while those with anxiety were actually more likely to comply with social distancing measures and wash their hands.
Almost half of those questioned said they are feeling more anxious now than before lockdown – a stat that was exacerbated if they had a parent who is a key worker.
Dr Levita said: “The more someone is depressed, the less compliant and de-motivated they are.
“So if you need to hand-wash more often and need to make an effort in following the guidelines, it’s not something that you’re actually going to be able to do very well.”
She added that we should not wait too long to help young people who are struggling with lockdown, saying: “If you have a broken leg, you don’t wait two months before you go to the hospital to get it fixed.”