Tory MPs call for end to ‘immoral’ surcharge; official UK death toll rises to 35,704; Scotland to reopen schools in August Tory MPs call for end to ‘immoral’ NHS surcharge for migrant staffFewer young adults sticking to lockdown rules, study showsCoronavirus global updates – liveCoronavirus latest: at a glanceSee all our coverage 3.02pm BST A Liberal Democrat peer has admitted making an “error of judgment” after furloughing himself while continuing to claim a three-figure daily allowance for his work in Parliament.Lord Christopher Fox decided to furlough himself as the owner and sole employee of Vulpes Advisory, a communications and consultancy company, but continued to pick-up his daily £162 allowance for carrying out his work virtually as a peer in the House of Lords. 2.45pm BST Nicola Sturgeon has revealed her four-point plan for easing the Covid-19 lockdown in Scotland, but she warned stricter measures may be put in place if progress in tackling the virus falters.People living in Scotland will be allowed to meet people from one other household, sunbathe and take part in some non-contact sports from the end of next week. Continue reading…
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