Coronavirus UK live news: calls for urgent help for self-employed as tighter lockdown could come in future

Rolling updates of the latest UK developments in the coronavirus crisisCoronavirus – latest global updatesExplained: what are the UK’s lockdown measuresHospitals being sent untested protection, say medicsTokyo Olympics postponed to 2021 due to pandemicSee all our coronavirus coverage 1.56pm GMT The Co-op is the latest supermarket to introduce new measures as part of efforts to ensure physical distancing is adhered to during the coronavirus outbreak.Floor markers will define a one metre distance in front of payment kiosks and and a two-metre spacing for customers in queues. Its stores will also limit the number of customers in the store at any one time, while the number of tills open will be reduced to allow greater distance between customers. We are committed to serving customers and encouraging social distancing when people shop. We would like to thank all our customers for their support and understanding and urge them to follow the government advice to stay at home and only shop for essential items. 1.55pm GMT The Downing Street lobby briefing has just finished. The prime minister’s spokesman said that the police will be given the power to fine people who break the rule about holding gatherings of more than two people in public. The fines will initially be set at £30, but the level could increase “significantly” if there is widespread evidence of people refusing to comply with the rules, the spokesman said.I will post a full summary of the briefing shortly. Continue reading…
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