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Selasa, 08 September 2020

EU fury: Boris branded ‘irresponsible’ as MEP orders Brexit Britain to ‘accommodate’ bloc - Daily Express

Negotiations on the future relationship between London and Brussels following the Brexit transition period, which is set to end on December 31, have been ongoing for almost six months, but without little success. The UK and European Union negotiating teams have blamed each other for this, with both sides refusing to move on a series of red lines, most notably fisheries, state aid and the EU's level-playing field. The eighth round of talks starts in London this week, and with Michel Barnier setting a "strict" deadline of October 31 to agree a deal, fears are quickly intensifying over a no deal Brexit outcome.

But ahead of the latest meetings, Boris Johnson has infuriated senior EU officials amid reports the Government will table new legislation, which threatens to override key elements of the withdrawal agreement.

The Prime Minister’s spokesman said the Government is proposing "limited clarifications" to the law to ensure ministers can preserve the gains of the Good Friday Agreement in the event of no deal outcome between the two sides.

Mr Johnson has also piled further pressure onto the EU by insisting there needs to be an agreement in place by October 15 for it to be fully implemented before the end of the transition period.

Austrian MEP Andreas Schieder, who is acting leader of the Social Democratic Party in the National Council, has launched a scathing attack against Mr Johnson and the negotiating tactics employed by his Government in current trade talks with the EU.

He told Austrian new website OTS: “Instead of finally showing an honest willingness to negotiate, Prime Minister Johnson continues to play his irresponsible game.

"The negotiation of the Tories is just grotesque.

"The future relationship between the EU and Great Britain does not need threatening gestures, but a deal based on the exit agreement."

Mr Schieder acknowledged Britain's departure from the EU is a "sad story" and has backed attempts from Mr Barnier to campaign for the rights of citizens on both sides in talks.

On Monday, Downing Street insisted the Government was not looking to backtrack on previous commitments made in the withdrawal agreement.

Mr Johnson's spokesman said: "We are fully committed to implementing the withdrawal agreement and the Northern Ireland protocol and we have already taken many practical steps to do."

He insisted the Prime Minister has made clear the need for significant progress this week when talks on a free trade deal resume in London.

The spokesman added: "We can't be in the same position as we are now by the end of the upcoming negotiating round if we are going to reach an agreement in the time available.

"As the Prime Minister is setting out today, there needs to be an agreement by the time of the European Council on October 15 if it is going to be in force by the end of the year.

"Reaching a deal at the eleventh hour is not an option."

He also insisted a no deal would still be a "good outcome for the UK".

Additional reporting by Monika Pallenberg.

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Coronavirus: Bolton restrictions tightened and apology over testing issues - BBC News

Here are five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Tuesday evening. We'll have another update for you tomorrow morning.

1. Bolton restrictions tightened as cases rise

Tighter coronavirus restrictions have been introduced in Bolton, in Greater Manchester, including only allowing takeaways and curtailing nightlife, after a rise in cases. The new rules will require all hospitality venues to close between 22:00 BST and 05:00 each day. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the town - which had already been under tighter rules - had "the highest case rate in the country".

2. Apology over testing access problems

A director of No 10's test and trace programme in England has apologised after some people with coronavirus symptoms said they couldn't access the testing system. Sarah-Jane Marsh, who leads the "test" part of the scheme, said it was the laboratories, not the testing sites themselves, that were the "critical pinch-point". It comes as scientists voiced concern over the UK's rising number of cases.

3. Arts at 'point of no return'

Composer and theatre impresario Andrew Lloyd Webber has said the arts are at the "point of no return" due to damage from the coronavirus pandemic. Most theatres, including those in London's West End, are yet to reopen. Speaking to MPs, Lord Lloyd Webber said the sector needed to get going again, warning that it would be economically "impossible" to run theatres with social distancing.

4. New cases in all Scottish mainland areas

New coronavirus cases have been reported in every mainland health board area in Scotland in the past 24 hours. There have been 176 positive tests across the country since Monday, including 91 in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde - where visiting restrictions are in force. The latest figures include the deaths of three more people who tested positive for the virus - the highest number since 30 June.

5. Boy, 4, starts school after lockdown hospital stay

A four-year-old boy who spent seven weeks in hospital with his father while undergoing cancer treatment during lockdown has now started school. Oliver Stephenson could not see his mum or brother during chemotherapy at Leeds General Infirmary, but has since started in the reception class at a school in West Yorkshire. His mum Laura said he was "super excited" about going to school.

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2020-09-08 16:35:11Z
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Coronavirus outbreaks at seven Greater Glasgow and Clyde schools - Daily Record

A further seven schools in Greater Glasgow and Clyde have been hit with Covid-19.

NHS chiefs tonight announced there had been positive cases identified at four Glasgow schools, one in East Dumbartonshire, one school in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, and another in East Renfrewshire.

Contact tracing is currently being carried out at the High School of Glasgow, St Thomas Acquinas Secondary School, Holyrood Secondary School, Caldercuilt Primary School, Lenzie Academy, Crookfur Primary School and St Peter the Apostle High School.

An NHS spokesperson said: "There is currently no evidence of internal transmission within the schools but there are positive cases.

"Apart from those who are identified as close contacts, all other staff and pupils can continue to attend as normal.

"The exception to this applies to East Renfrewshire, Glasgow City, West Dunbartonshire, East Dunbartonshire and Renfrewshire where additional COVID-19 control measures are in place.

Coronavirus: Bolton restrictions tightened amid rise in cases - BBC News

Tighter coronavirus restrictions have been introduced in Bolton, including only allowing takeaways and curtailing nightlife, after a rise in cases.

All hospitality venues will be limited to takeaway and must be closed to customers between 22:00 BST and 05:00 each day.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the town in Greater Manchester had "the highest case rate in the country."

A further 2,420 new coronavirus cases were reported across the UK on Tuesday.

Overall, there have been 8,356 new cases reported since Sunday.

A further 30 deaths within 28 days of a positive test across all settings were recorded on Tuesday - with the average number of daily deaths over the past week now around 11.

Ministers and government advisers expressed concern over a "sharp rise" in cases and a "heartfelt" apology was issued following shortages in England's testing system.

Mr Hancock told the House of Commons: "Unfortunately, after improving for several weeks, we've seen a very significant rise in cases in Bolton.

"The rise in cases in Bolton is partly due to socialising by people in their 20s and 30s. We know this from contact tracing.

"And through our contact tracing system we've identified a number of pubs at which the virus has spread significantly."

He said there were 120 cases per 100,000 in Bolton, which had already been under stricter lockdown measures.

The new measures, which come into force immediately, include:

All hospitality for food and drink (restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs) are now restricted to takeaway only
Late night restriction of operating hours, meaning all venues, including takeaways, will be required to close from 22:00 to 05:00
It will become illegal for people to socialise with those outside their own household in any setting, even outdoors

Schools in Bolton will continue to welcome pupils as usual, Bolton Council said.

Council leader Cllr David Greenhalgh said: "This is not something we want to do, but it is clear the virus is currently moving round the borough uncontrolled and so we need to halt the transmission rate."

Muhammad Memon, 37, who owns Kids World clothing shop in Bolton town centre, said he had real fears about keeping his business afloat in light of the new restrictions.

"Town is empty. Four big retailers have shut down near me since lockdown," he said. "There is no footfall."

"I am praying for help from the government," he added.

The Alma Inn pub and music venue in Bolton announced on Facebook it would now close permanently, two days after it said a customer tested positive for Covid-19.

As well as restricting hospitality venues, Mr Hancock said visitor limits will also be put in place in care homes in Bolton.

The health secretary said: "I want us to learn the lesson from Spain, America and France - not to have to learn the lesson all over again ourselves through more hospitalisations and more deaths, and take this action locally in Bolton."

The move comes after plans to ease restrictions in Bolton were scrapped last week following a spike in Covid-19 cases.

Mr Hancock also told MPs that a strict local lockdown in Leicester had resulted in a "very significant" drop in cases, with measures there to be reviewed on Thursday.

It came as students at universities across Greater Manchester, including Bolton, have been warned they face sanctions if they break rules to limit the spread of coronavirus.

Meanwhile, Boris Johnson's official spokesman was asked whether the government was considering a change in guidance on household gatherings across England.

The spokesman said it was being kept under review and that ministers would not hesitate to act if needed.

Guidance in England currently says two households can meet indoors. Outdoors up to six people from different households can meet - or up to 30 people from two households.

The UK government's chief medical adviser, Prof Chris Whitty, said Covid-19 rates are now rising, especially amongst people between the ages of 17 and 29.

He warned that if people stopped social distancing then "Covid comes back".

'Relaxed too much'

England's deputy chief medical officer Prof Jonathan Van Tam added: "People have relaxed too much. Now is the time for us to re-engage, and to realise that this is a continuing threat to us."

Although there has been a sharp rise in coronavirus cases reported in the last few days, the 30 deaths recorded on Tuesday are unrelated.

It takes time from becoming infected to developing symptoms. Someone who is very sick in hospital with coronavirus and who sadly dies will have caught the infection weeks before.

Earlier, Mr Hancock told MPs that a "sharp rise" in coronavirus cases in recent days had been across the whole country rather than in localised "hotspots".

Other parts of the UK are also facing tougher restrictions.

In Wales, the county borough of Caerphilly is now under a local lockdown lasting until at least October, prompting a "rush" for tests.

Stricter rules on visiting other people's homes were also extended to two more areas in the west of Scotland from midnight.

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2020-09-08 16:18:45Z
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Theresa May challenges Government after minister admits Brexit plan 'does break international law' - Evening Standard

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Coronavirus: Bolton restrictions tightened amid rise in cases - BBC News

Tighter coronavirus restrictions have been introduced in Bolton, including only allowing takeaways and curtailing nightlife, after a rise in cases.

The new measures will require all hospitality venues to close between 22:00 BST and 05:00 each day.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the town in Greater Manchester had "the highest case rate in the country."

A further 2,420 new coronavirus cases were reported across the UK on Tuesday.

Overall, there have been 8,356 new cases reported since Sunday.

A further 30 deaths within 28 days of a positive test across all settings were recorded on Tuesday - with the average number of daily deaths over the past week now around 11.

It comes as ministers and government advisers expressed concern over a "sharp rise" in cases, especially amongst the young.

Mr Hancock told the House of Commons: "Unfortunately, after improving for several weeks, we've seen a very significant rise in cases in Bolton.

"The rise in cases in Bolton is partly due to socialising by people in their 20s and 30s. We know this from contact tracing.

"And through our contact tracing system we've identified a number of pubs at which the virus has spread significantly."

He said there were 120 cases per 100,000 in Bolton, which had already been under stricter lockdown measures.

The new measures, which come into force immediately, include:

All hospitality for food and drink (restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs) are now restricted to takeaway only
Late night restriction of operating hours, meaning all venues, including takeaways, will be required to close from 22:00 to 05:00
It will become illegal for people to socialise with those outside their own household in any setting, even outdoors

Leader of Bolton Council, Cllr David Greenhalgh, said: "This is not something we want to do, but it is clear the virus is currently moving round the borough uncontrolled and so we need to halt the transmission rate."

Muhammad Memon, 37, who owns Kids World clothing shop in Bolton town centre, said he had real fears about keeping his business afloat in light of the new restrictions.

"Town is empty. Four big retailers have shut down near me since lockdown," he said. "There is no footfall."

"I am praying for help from the government," he added.

The Alma Inn pub and music venue in Bolton announced on Facebook it would now close permanently, two days after it said a customer tested positive for Covid-19.

As well as restricting hospitality venues, Mr Hancock said visitor limits will also be put in place in care homes in Bolton.

The move comes after plans to ease restrictions in Bolton were scrapped last week following a spike in Covid-19 cases.

Mr Hancock also told MPs that a strict local lockdown in Leicester had resulted in a "very significant" drop in cases, with measures there to be reviewed on Thursday.

It came as Boris Johnson's official spokesman was asked whether the government was considering a change in guidance on household gatherings across England.

The spokesman said it was being kept under review and that ministers would not hesitate to act if needed.

Guidance in England currently says two households can meet indoors. Outdoors up to six people from different households can meet - or up to 30 people from two households.

The UK government's chief medical adviser, Prof Chris Whitty, said Covid-19 rates are now rising, especially amongst people between the ages of 17 and 29.

He warned that if people stopped social distancing then "Covid comes back".

England's deputy chief medical officer Prof Jonathan Van Tam added: "People have relaxed too much. Now is the time for us to re-engage, and to realise that this is a continuing threat to us."

Although there has been a sharp rise in coronavirus cases reported in the last few days, the 30 deaths recorded on Tuesday are unrelated.

It takes time from becoming infected to developing symptoms. Someone who is very sick in hospital with coronavirus and who sadly dies will have caught the infection weeks before.

'Concerning'

Earlier, Mr Hancock told MPs that a "sharp rise" in coronavirus cases in recent days in the UK was "concerning" and the increase had been across the whole country rather than in localised "hotspots".

Other parts of the UK are also facing tougher restrictions.

In Wales, the county borough of Caerphilly will be placed under a local lockdown from 18:00 BST on Tuesday, lasting until at least October, prompting a local "rush" for tests.

Stricter rules on visiting other people's homes were also extended to two more areas in the west of Scotland from midnight.

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Coronavirus: Bolton restrictions tightened amid rise in cases - BBC News

Tighter coronavirus restrictions have been introduced in Bolton, including only allowing takeaways and curtailing nightlife, after a rise in cases.

The new measures will require all hospitality venues to close between 22:00 BST and 05:00 each day.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the town in Greater Manchester had "the highest case rate in the country."

He said there were 120 cases per 100,000 in Bolton, which had already been under stricter lockdown measures.

The announcement comes after ministers and government advisers expressed concern over a "sharp rise" in cases across the UK, especially amongst the young.

Mr Hancock told the House of Commons: "Unfortunately, after improving for several weeks, we've seen a very significant rise in cases in Bolton.

"The rise in cases in Bolton is partly due to socialising by people in their 20s and 30s. We know this from contact tracing.

"And through our contact tracing system we've identified a number of pubs at which the virus has spread significantly."

The new measures, which come into force immediately, include:

All hospitality for food and drink (restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs) are now restricted to takeaway only
Late night restriction of operating hours, meaning all venues, including takeaways, will be required to close from 22:00 to 05:00
It will become illegal for people to socialise with those outside their own household in any setting, even outdoors

Muhammad Memon, 37, who owns Kids World clothing shop in Bolton town centre, said he had real fears about keeping his business afloat in light of the new restrictions.

"Town is empty. Four big retailers have shut down near me since lockdown," he said. "There is no footfall."

"I am praying for help from the government," he added.

The Alma Inn pub and music venue in Bolton announced on Facebook it would now close permanently, two days after it said a customer tested positive for Covid-19.

As well as restricting hospitality venues, Mr Hancock said visitor limits will also be put in place in care homes in Bolton.

The move comes after plans to ease restrictions in Bolton were scrapped last week following a spike in Covid-19 cases.

Mr Hancock also told MPs that a strict local lockdown in Leicester had resulted in a "very significant" drop in cases, with measures there to be reviewed on Thursday.

It came as Boris Johnson's official spokesman was asked whether the government was considering a change in guidance on household gatherings across England.

The spokesman said it was being kept under review and that ministers would not hesitate to act if needed.

Guidance in England currently says two households can meet indoors. Outdoors up to six people from different households can meet - or up to 30 people from two households.

A further 2,948 cases across the UK were reported on Monday which, together with a similar figure on Sunday, prompted ministers and scientists to express concern.

The UK government's chief medical adviser, Prof Chris Whitty, said Covid-19 rates are now rising, especially amongst people between the ages of 17 and 29.

He warned that if people stopped social distancing then "Covid comes back".

England's deputy chief medical officer Prof Jonathan Van Tam added: "People have relaxed too much. Now is the time for us to re-engage, and to realise that this is a continuing threat to us."

A further three deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test were reported on Monday.

Earlier, Mr Hancock told MPs that a "sharp rise" in coronavirus cases in recent days in the UK was "concerning" and the increase had been across the whole country rather than in localised "hotspots".

Other parts of the UK are also facing tougher restrictions.

In Wales, the county borough of Caerphilly will be placed under a local lockdown from 18:00 BST on Tuesday, lasting until at least October.

Stricter rules on visiting other people's homes were also extended to two more areas in the west of Scotland from midnight.

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Selasa, 08 September 2020

1. Bolton restrictions tightened as cases rise

2. Apology over testing access problems

3. Arts at 'point of no return'

4. New cases in all Scottish mainland areas

5. Boy, 4, starts school after lockdown hospital stay

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