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Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus.
The ‘Hands. Face. Space’ public information campaign urges the public to continue to wash their hands, cover their face and make space to control infection rates and avoid a second peak.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
Government announces radical package of measures to protect renters and landlords affected by coronavirus.
NHS COVID-19 app launches to help control coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission.
More than 3.79 million clinically extremely vulnerable people in England will be informed they are no longer advised to shield from Thursday 1 April 2021.
All staff in hospitals in England will be provided with surgical masks which they will be expected to wear from 15 June. All visitors and outpatients must wear face coverings at all times.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock spoke about plans to make face coverings mandatory in shops and supermarkets from 24 July 2020.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson's statement on coronavirus.
Further precautions advised on top of the tougher national measures being introduced, as cases continue to rise.
A UK-wide public information campaign has been launched to advise the public on how to slow the spread of coronavirus and reduce the impact on NHS services.
Government publishes guidance for employers to help them get their businesses back up and running and workplaces operating safely.
The Home Secretary led the Downing Street briefing on coronavirus, where she announced a new £800 fine for people who attend house parties.
From today (27 January) and because of the success of the booster roll-out, all measures under Plan B have been lifted.
The Civil Aviation Authority has issued 630 fines since February to airlines carrying passengers without the right documents.
Face coverings must be worn in additional enclosed public spaces from 24 July in England, as the government takes further steps to help curb the spread of the virus.
Entertainment and hospitality premises to close temporarily and people urged to only travel if absolutely essential.
A raft of new measures, including a helpline for the most in need of support, have been set out for those considered to be extremely vulnerable.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 15 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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