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UK coronavirus live: Britain will have 'done well' to keep deaths under 20,000 - medical director All the day’s developments in the UK Covid-19 crisisPM and Hancock self-isolatingBoris Johnson accused of Covid-19 complacencyCoronavirus – latest global updatesSee all our coronavirus coverage 5.26pm GMTThat’s it from us here on the UK side. Head over to our global live blog for all the latest worldwide coverage of the coronavirus pandemic. Related: Coronavirus live news: Spanish authorities hope cases peaking as global number exceeds 600,000 5.25pm GMT Continue reading... Go to Source

Coronavirus live news: Cases in Italy overtake China, US infections pass 100,000 Trump invokes Defence Protection Act; Syria introduces travel restrictions; The UK, Spain, Italy see biggest daily rise in deaths. Follow the latest updatesCoronavirus latest: at a glanceItaly records 969 coronavirus deaths dashing hopes of turnaroundAustralia coronavirus – live updatesCovid-19 workers in Spain: ‘You can feel the fear in the air’See all our coronavirus coverage 5.47am GMTNSW Health have also revealed that more than 100 Australian doctors and dentists, who were stranded on a cruise ship off the coast of Chile, have today returned to Australia. 5.46am GMTChina’s official media told people to stay on guard against the coronavirus on Saturday, and restrictions on foreign...

'Nonchalant': Boris Johnson accused of Covid-19 complacency Government ‘too slow to act’ and ministers have failed to lead by example, health experts sayCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageBoris Johnson was accused of failing to heed his own advice to the public over how to contain coronavirus on Friday as it emerged that he and other key government figures had themselves contracted Covid-19.On a day of extraordinary developments at the heart of the operation to counter the virus, both the prime minister and health secretary, Matt Hancock, said they had tested positive. The chief medical officer, Prof Chris Whitty, also reported symptoms and went into self-isolation. Continue reading... Go to Source

Coronavirus live news: record rise in Italy death toll as Irish PM tells people to stay home for two weeks Varadkar brings in new restrictions; Spain records highest daily death toll; British prime minister Boris Johnson tests positiveCoronavirus latest: at a glanceItaly records 969 coronavirus deaths dashing hopes of turnaroundUS coronavirus – liveCovid-19 workers in Spain: ‘You can feel the fear in the air’See all our coronavirus coverage 10.13pm GMTAfter many delays, and then a series of tweets earlier today, US President Donald Trump is invoking the Defense Production Act to compel General Motors to built ventilators for hospitals, he announced at the White House’s daily coronavirus briefing, he announced at a White House briefing.The Defense Production Act g...

Frontline NHS staff first to receive new Covid-19 antigen tests Tests due next week will confirm whether self-isolating healthcare workers can return to workCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageTests for healthcare workers will be rolled out next week, allowing them to confirm whether they have been infected or are safe to work, the government has announced.Michael Gove – standing in for the prime minister at the daily briefing after Boris Johnson was diagnosed with Covid-19 – said the testing was being trialled immediately, and that hundreds were expected to be able to access the tests over the weekend. The country would see a “dramatic” increase in testing next week, he added. Continue reading... Go to Source

Police acknowledge confusion over UK lockdown rules New guidance issued as forces urge people not to visit beaches and beauty spots this weekendCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageA police chief has admitted there is confusion around the government’s lockdown rules, even as forces vow to deter people from visiting beauty spots and beaches this weekend.Police said the Lake District was closed, and officers across Britain were patrolling to stop gatherings of more than two people. Continue reading... Go to Source

Coronavirus and volunteering: how can I help in the UK? From lending a hand to local charities to bolstering the efforts of the NHS, there are many ways to get involvedAll our coronavirus coverageI want to help. Where can I find about about volunteering?There are plenty of ways to get involved. Many local charities will be keen to attract new volunteers – especially as older stalwarts are forced to stay at home. Or there are national schemes, such as NHS volunteer responders. Some bigger charities, such as the Trussell Trust food bank network, have set up their own online schemes to match volunteers with food banks in their area. Local volunteer centres and organisations such as Volunteering Matters and Do-it can link you up with charities close to where you live. Reach Volunteeri...

UK coronavirus live: Boris Johnson tests positive for Covid-19 All the day’s developments from the UK Covid-19 crisis Coronavirus: latest global updatesBoris Johnson tests positive for Covid-19Millions in UK to need food aid in days as virus exposes state of supplyMike Ashley apologises for trying to keep Sports Direct shops openSee all our coronavirus coverage 11.56am GMTAnd here is some reaction from fellow politicians, wishing the Prime Minister and his family well following the news that he has tested positive for coronavirus.From the former foreign secretary, Jeremy HuntThoughts and prayers of whole nation with @BorisJohnson having tested positive for coronavirus. We are so grateful for your strong leadership at this time of crisis and know you will back with your trademark o...

Coronavirus live news: US infections outnumber China as Australia announces quarantine plan China closes borders; UK records biggest daily rise in deaths; South Africa enters military-patrolled lockdown. Follow the latest updates.Coronavirus latest – at a glanceUS now has more cases than any other countrySpain defends response to coronavirus as global cases exceed 500,000Men are much more likely to die from Covid-19. But why?See all our coronavirus coverage 5.54am GMT Related: China prepares to seal itself off from the world to stem 'imported' coronavirus cases 5.51am GMTUS electric car maker Tesla plans to slash on-site staff at its Nevada battery plant by around 75% due to the coronavirus pandemic, the local county manager said on Thursday. Continue reading... Go to Source

US surpasses China for highest number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in the world During a press briefing today, Donald Trump said the dates for reopening sections of the country were under discussionCoronavirus – live US updatesLive global updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageDonald Trump again struggled to reassure a fearful nation on Thursday as it emerged the US now has the highest number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the world.News that America had surpassed virus hotspots China and Italy with 82,404 cases of infection, according to a tracker run by Johns Hopkins University, broke as the president was holding a press conference at the White House. Continue reading... Go to Source