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Coronavirus live news: UK minister says people should return to work; Afghanistan death toll passes 1,000 Coronavirus live news: UK minister says people should return to work; Afghanistan death toll passes 1,000
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Michael Gove remarks move away from ‘stay home’ advice; Afghanistan says it has reached pandemic peak; Russia sees over 6,600 new infectionsMichael Gove remarks move away from ‘stay home’ advice; Afghanistan says it has reached pandemic peak; Russia sees over 6,600 new infections
More than 70 people have contracted coronavirus after an outbreak on a farm in Herefordshire in the UK, Sky News are reporting.
Workers picking and packing vegetables at AS Green and Co, based in Mathon near Malvern, have been asked to isolate on the farm and stay within household groups, after 73 of the farm’s 200 workers tested positive for the virus.
A spokesperson for the farm said: “Our staff are our priority, they are hard-working key workers helping us provide food for the country during these unusual times.
“We contacted PHE and we are working closely with them and Public Health at Herefordshire Council to prevent the spread of Covid-19.”
Israel’s prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged financial aid for Israelis whose livelihoods have been devastated by coronavirus, after protests against his government’s handling of the pandemic.
Thousands of protesters demonstrated in Tel Aviv on Saturday to voice frustration at Netanyahu. While he did not mention the protest, Netanyahu promised that 7,500 shekels (around £1,700) was on the way to support the self-employed.
He also unveiled an aid package for workers and small business owners, which is set to advance through Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, in coming days.
Last week, Israel recorded a spike in coronavirus cases, registering more than 1,000 new cases in a 24 hour period multiple times. Prior to the economic reopening, this figure tended to stay below 50.
Netanyahu has admitted that he reopened the economy too early, but has expressed hesitation over plunging the country back into lockdown and causing further economic damage. While restaurants remain open, bars, event venues and places of worship are being hit with new regulations.
Israel has recorded more than 38,000 coronavirus cases, including 358 deaths.
Iran’s supreme leader has described the resurgence of coronavirus in the country “truly tragic”, and urged all citizens to help prevent the spread of the virus, AFP are reporting.
“Let everyone play their part in the best way to break the chain of transmission in the short term and save the country,” Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said in a video conference with lawmakers, according to his office.
Significant crowds gathered at bonfires in loyalist areas across Northern Ireland as the annual July tradition took place despite pleas from politicians to adhere to coronavirus restrictions.Significant crowds gathered at bonfires in loyalist areas across Northern Ireland as the annual July tradition took place despite pleas from politicians to adhere to coronavirus restrictions.
While there were fewer fires than usual, violence broke out at some events and police officers were attacked. North Belfast saw a second night of disorder as police were pelted with petrol bombs in the nationalist New Lodge close to a bonfire in the loyalist Tiger’s Bay area.While there were fewer fires than usual, violence broke out at some events and police officers were attacked. North Belfast saw a second night of disorder as police were pelted with petrol bombs in the nationalist New Lodge close to a bonfire in the loyalist Tiger’s Bay area.
First Minister Arlene Foster condemned the violent scenes.First Minister Arlene Foster condemned the violent scenes.
Ahead of the Eleventh Night fires, politicians and community leaders had urged people to avoid mass gatherings and follow Covid-19 regulations that limit outdoor gatherings to no more than 30 people.Ahead of the Eleventh Night fires, politicians and community leaders had urged people to avoid mass gatherings and follow Covid-19 regulations that limit outdoor gatherings to no more than 30 people.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service said crews responded to 24 bonfire related incidents between 6pm on Saturday and 1am on Sunday - a 29.5% decrease compared to 2019.The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service said crews responded to 24 bonfire related incidents between 6pm on Saturday and 1am on Sunday - a 29.5% decrease compared to 2019.
Hungary has imposed new border restrictions including banning foreign visitors from certain countries, in an attempt to limit the spread of coronavirus.Hungary has imposed new border restrictions including banning foreign visitors from certain countries, in an attempt to limit the spread of coronavirus.
Starting Wednesday, Hungarian nationals returning from high risk countries listed as “yellow” and “red” will have to go through health checks at the border and quarantine for two weeks, even if they do not have the virus. The only exception to this is if someone produces two negative test results from the previous 5 days.Starting Wednesday, Hungarian nationals returning from high risk countries listed as “yellow” and “red” will have to go through health checks at the border and quarantine for two weeks, even if they do not have the virus. The only exception to this is if someone produces two negative test results from the previous 5 days.
Foreigners from “red” countries will not be allowed to enter, but those from “yellow” countries will be subject to the same restrictions as Hungarian nationals.Foreigners from “red” countries will not be allowed to enter, but those from “yellow” countries will be subject to the same restrictions as Hungarian nationals.
The same applies to foreigners coming from “yellow” countries, but those from “red” countries will be barred from entry.The same applies to foreigners coming from “yellow” countries, but those from “red” countries will be barred from entry.
Countries in the Balkans such as Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro and neighbouring Ukraine are some of those listed the red category. Countries in the Balkans such as Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro and neighbouring Ukraine are some of those listed the red category, as are all African and Asian countries apart from China and Japan.
Serbia, Bulgaria, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom are among countries listed as “yellow”, while travel from Croatia - a popular holiday destination for Hungarians - is free for the time being. The list will be regularly reviewed.Serbia, Bulgaria, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom are among countries listed as “yellow”, while travel from Croatia - a popular holiday destination for Hungarians - is free for the time being. The list will be regularly reviewed.
Transit and cargo travel, as well as business trips are exempt from the restrictions but health checks can be conducted.Transit and cargo travel, as well as business trips are exempt from the restrictions but health checks can be conducted.
According to the Johns Hopkins University tracker, Hungary has 4,234 confirmed cases, with a death toll which stands currently at 595.According to the Johns Hopkins University tracker, Hungary has 4,234 confirmed cases, with a death toll which stands currently at 595.
Hungary lifted most of its lockdown restrictions in May and opened its borders to travellers from European Union states and neighbouring non-EU members, but has clamped down again in light of mounting numbers of cases in several countries.Hungary lifted most of its lockdown restrictions in May and opened its borders to travellers from European Union states and neighbouring non-EU members, but has clamped down again in light of mounting numbers of cases in several countries.
This interview with leading virologist Wendy Barclay gives some interesting insight into the current understanding of how coronavirus spreads.This interview with leading virologist Wendy Barclay gives some interesting insight into the current understanding of how coronavirus spreads.
More information has emerged about the £700m being pumped into the UK’s border control.More information has emerged about the £700m being pumped into the UK’s border control.
The funding is only in relation to the post-Brexit GB-EU border - the Government is expected to publish specific guidance and measures for Northern Ireland in the coming weeks.The funding is only in relation to the post-Brexit GB-EU border - the Government is expected to publish specific guidance and measures for Northern Ireland in the coming weeks.
Here’s a breakdown of where the money will be spent from Press Association:Here’s a breakdown of where the money will be spent from Press Association:
The 705 million package includes 235 million for staffing and IT systems, and 470 million for port and inland infrastructure, to help ensure compliance with new customs procedures and controls.The 705 million package includes 235 million for staffing and IT systems, and 470 million for port and inland infrastructure, to help ensure compliance with new customs procedures and controls.
Of the 235 million for staffing and IT systems:Of the 235 million for staffing and IT systems:
100 million will be used to develop HMRC systems to reduce the burden on traders.100 million will be used to develop HMRC systems to reduce the burden on traders.
20 million will be spent on new equipment to keep the country safe.20 million will be spent on new equipment to keep the country safe.
15 million will go towards building new data infrastructure to enhance border flow and management.15 million will go towards building new data infrastructure to enhance border flow and management.
10 million will be used to recruit around 500 more Border Force personnel.10 million will be used to recruit around 500 more Border Force personnel.
Cabinet office minister Michael Gove said the investment would help to “manage the changes and seize the opportunities” when the transition period ends in December.Cabinet office minister Michael Gove said the investment would help to “manage the changes and seize the opportunities” when the transition period ends in December.
“With or without further agreement with the EU, this 705 million will ensure that the necessary infrastructure, tech and border personnel are in place so that our traders and the border industry are able to manage the changes and seize the opportunities as we lay the foundations for the world’s most effective and secure border.”“With or without further agreement with the EU, this 705 million will ensure that the necessary infrastructure, tech and border personnel are in place so that our traders and the border industry are able to manage the changes and seize the opportunities as we lay the foundations for the world’s most effective and secure border.”
Michael Gove also told Sky’s Sophy Ridge that people should return to work rather than stay at home to “fire up” the economic engines of the UK.Michael Gove also told Sky’s Sophy Ridge that people should return to work rather than stay at home to “fire up” the economic engines of the UK.
His comments signal a move away from the government’s “stay home” message and comes after Boris Johnson said something similar in his People’s PMQs on Friday. He said: “I do want people to start to go to work now if you can, but remember to follow the guidance because that is the way to save lives.His comments signal a move away from the government’s “stay home” message and comes after Boris Johnson said something similar in his People’s PMQs on Friday. He said: “I do want people to start to go to work now if you can, but remember to follow the guidance because that is the way to save lives.
“I think everybody has sort of taken the ‘Stay at home if you can’ … I think we should now say, well, ‘Go back to work if you can.’”“I think everybody has sort of taken the ‘Stay at home if you can’ … I think we should now say, well, ‘Go back to work if you can.’”
On Sunday, Gove said: “We want to see more people back at work, on the shop floor, in the office, wherever they can be.On Sunday, Gove said: “We want to see more people back at work, on the shop floor, in the office, wherever they can be.
“Of course in some cases it is appropriate and convenient for people to work from home, but we want to make sure that where people can add value, where the economy can benefit from people being at work, that they are at work.“Of course in some cases it is appropriate and convenient for people to work from home, but we want to make sure that where people can add value, where the economy can benefit from people being at work, that they are at work.
“We want to make sure that the economic engines of this country are fired up again and that’s why the chancellor made the series of announcements that he made earlier this week in order to make sure that we are in a position to be able to provide people with safety and security at work, to protect their jobs and to guarantee jobs in the future.”“We want to make sure that the economic engines of this country are fired up again and that’s why the chancellor made the series of announcements that he made earlier this week in order to make sure that we are in a position to be able to provide people with safety and security at work, to protect their jobs and to guarantee jobs in the future.”
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has said that the UK government’s policy on face masks is “once again behind the rest of the world”.Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has said that the UK government’s policy on face masks is “once again behind the rest of the world”.
Responding to cabinet office minister Michael Gove’s statement this morning that face masks should not be made mandatory in shops and other enclosed spaces, Khan said the government needed to “get its act together”.Responding to cabinet office minister Michael Gove’s statement this morning that face masks should not be made mandatory in shops and other enclosed spaces, Khan said the government needed to “get its act together”.
Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her daughter have today tested positive for coronavirus.Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her daughter have today tested positive for coronavirus.
The result comes after her father-in-law, popular Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan, and her husband, actor Abhishek, said they had contracted the virus.The result comes after her father-in-law, popular Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan, and her husband, actor Abhishek, said they had contracted the virus.
Maharastra state health minister Rajesh Tope announced the cases in a tweet, though it was not clear whether they had been admitted to hospital. Amitabh and Abhishek were admitted on Saturday, despite saying they had mild symptoms.Maharastra state health minister Rajesh Tope announced the cases in a tweet, though it was not clear whether they had been admitted to hospital. Amitabh and Abhishek were admitted on Saturday, despite saying they had mild symptoms.
On Sunday, India registered a record increase in the number of coronavirus cases, taking the total number of cases in the country to nearly 850,000 and forcing authorities to re-impose partial lockdown in some densely populated areas.On Sunday, India registered a record increase in the number of coronavirus cases, taking the total number of cases in the country to nearly 850,000 and forcing authorities to re-impose partial lockdown in some densely populated areas.
Data from the federal health ministry showed that more than 27,100 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.Data from the federal health ministry showed that more than 27,100 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
The total death toll increased to 22,674, after 551 people died from the virus in a day.The total death toll increased to 22,674, after 551 people died from the virus in a day.
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The number of confirmed deaths from Covid-19 has topped 1,000 in Afghanistan, as the closure of education centres is extended until 5 August.The number of confirmed deaths from Covid-19 has topped 1,000 in Afghanistan, as the closure of education centres is extended until 5 August.
Violence continued to rage across 16 provinces over last week, while covid-19 related deaths rose by 16 from the previous day taking the total to 1,010.Violence continued to rage across 16 provinces over last week, while covid-19 related deaths rose by 16 from the previous day taking the total to 1,010.
In its latest update, the health ministry said the number of people who had tested positive for the virus had reached 34,451, an increase of 85 on the day before. Health ministry facilities were able to test 378 suspected patients over the last 24 hours. There have been 21,216 recoveries.In its latest update, the health ministry said the number of people who had tested positive for the virus had reached 34,451, an increase of 85 on the day before. Health ministry facilities were able to test 378 suspected patients over the last 24 hours. There have been 21,216 recoveries.
The capital, Kabul, which has been the country’s worst affected area, reported 14 new cases and 16 deaths overnight.The country’s health ministry said that Afghanistan reached the peak of coronavirus, as daily infections have been dropping in recent days. Ahmad Jawad Osmani, the country’s acting health minister said on Thursday that the number of daily infections has fallen to 30-40% percent from 60-70% percent of two months ago. Osmani warned that although the number of positive Osmani Covid-19 cases have decreased, Afghanistan is still in a state of crisis.The committee fighting against coronavirus extended the closure of all educational centres until 5 August. Vice president Sarwar Danish who leads the emergency committee, said on Saturday that “the priority is the lives of students.”The capital, Kabul, which has been the country’s worst affected area, reported 14 new cases and 16 deaths overnight.The country’s health ministry said that Afghanistan reached the peak of coronavirus, as daily infections have been dropping in recent days. Ahmad Jawad Osmani, the country’s acting health minister said on Thursday that the number of daily infections has fallen to 30-40% percent from 60-70% percent of two months ago. Osmani warned that although the number of positive Osmani Covid-19 cases have decreased, Afghanistan is still in a state of crisis.The committee fighting against coronavirus extended the closure of all educational centres until 5 August. Vice president Sarwar Danish who leads the emergency committee, said on Saturday that “the priority is the lives of students.”
The health ministry will start a survey in 360 villages of the country to understand the exact number of infections, the committee said that the next decision on education sectors will be announced as the survey is fulfilled.The health ministry will start a survey in 360 villages of the country to understand the exact number of infections, the committee said that the next decision on education sectors will be announced as the survey is fulfilled.
Meanwhile, figures by the National Security Council indicate that 16 provinces of the country have seen 284 attacks by the Taliban in the last seven days.“Taliban continue to take the lives of civilians in Afghanistan. This past week, they killed 23, including women and children, and wounded 45 others in 16 provinces,” said Javid Faisal, spokesman for the National Security Council. “This violent phase of attacks on civilians can only deteriorate the already shaken trust on the will of the Taliban.”Meanwhile, figures by the National Security Council indicate that 16 provinces of the country have seen 284 attacks by the Taliban in the last seven days.“Taliban continue to take the lives of civilians in Afghanistan. This past week, they killed 23, including women and children, and wounded 45 others in 16 provinces,” said Javid Faisal, spokesman for the National Security Council. “This violent phase of attacks on civilians can only deteriorate the already shaken trust on the will of the Taliban.”
At least six civilians were killed and eight more were wounded in a roadside bomb explosion Saturday in central Ghazni province. The incident occurred after a vehicle carrying civilians in the area struck a roadside bomb and women and children were among the casualties, local officials said.At least six civilians were killed and eight more were wounded in a roadside bomb explosion Saturday in central Ghazni province. The incident occurred after a vehicle carrying civilians in the area struck a roadside bomb and women and children were among the casualties, local officials said.
Three members of one family were also killed when a mortar hit their home in Wardak province Saturday. Local media reports that residents who gathered in front of a military base in Wardak accused the government forces for firing the mortar.The Presidential Palace said Sunday that the Taliban had disrupted the peace process by increasing the violence.“The recent escalation of Taliban violence in cities, attacks on the country’s security and defence forces, the bombing of roadside mines by the Taliban, and the targeting of government employees do not give hope to our people and the international community to start dialogue and establish lasting peace,” said Sediq Sediqqi, spokesperson for President Ashraf.According to a new report by Oxfam the pandemic has pushed millions of people into hunger and poverty, the number of people on the brink of famine has risen from 2.5 million in September 2019 to 3.5 million in May. Afghanistan follows Yemen and the Democratic Republic of Congo as the world’s worst extreme hunger hotspots where people are facing a crisis.Three members of one family were also killed when a mortar hit their home in Wardak province Saturday. Local media reports that residents who gathered in front of a military base in Wardak accused the government forces for firing the mortar.The Presidential Palace said Sunday that the Taliban had disrupted the peace process by increasing the violence.“The recent escalation of Taliban violence in cities, attacks on the country’s security and defence forces, the bombing of roadside mines by the Taliban, and the targeting of government employees do not give hope to our people and the international community to start dialogue and establish lasting peace,” said Sediq Sediqqi, spokesperson for President Ashraf.According to a new report by Oxfam the pandemic has pushed millions of people into hunger and poverty, the number of people on the brink of famine has risen from 2.5 million in September 2019 to 3.5 million in May. Afghanistan follows Yemen and the Democratic Republic of Congo as the world’s worst extreme hunger hotspots where people are facing a crisis.
Over in the US, Donald Trump has finally agreed to follow his own government’s guidance, openly wearing a face mask in public for the first time.Over in the US, Donald Trump has finally agreed to follow his own government’s guidance, openly wearing a face mask in public for the first time.
He has previously worn one before, but only when behind the scenes in a Ford plant, as he “give the press the pleasure” of seeing him in face mask.He has previously worn one before, but only when behind the scenes in a Ford plant, as he “give the press the pleasure” of seeing him in face mask.
The president’s decision came as cases of coronavirus surged to record levels in the US.The president’s decision came as cases of coronavirus surged to record levels in the US.
More here from my colleagues Joanna Walters and Bryan Armen Graham here:More here from my colleagues Joanna Walters and Bryan Armen Graham here:
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Cabinet minister Michael Gove explicitly says face masks should not be mandatory in England, giving his first clear answer on this.Cabinet minister Michael Gove explicitly says face masks should not be mandatory in England, giving his first clear answer on this.
When asked by the BBC’s Andrew Marr if the wearing of face masks should be mandatory, Gove answered, “not mandatory, no”.When asked by the BBC’s Andrew Marr if the wearing of face masks should be mandatory, Gove answered, “not mandatory, no”.
“I trust people’s good sense,” he said. However, he said that the situation was evolving and “tougher measures could be taken”.“I trust people’s good sense,” he said. However, he said that the situation was evolving and “tougher measures could be taken”.
It comes after Boris Johnson hinted on Friday that there would be stricter measures on face masks in England. You can read more on that here:It comes after Boris Johnson hinted on Friday that there would be stricter measures on face masks in England. You can read more on that here:
Laboratory studies show that coronavirus droplets can remain in the air for an hour in their infectious state, British virologist Wendy Barclay said.Laboratory studies show that coronavirus droplets can remain in the air for an hour in their infectious state, British virologist Wendy Barclay said.
Barclay, who is the head of department of Infectious Disease and chair in Influenza Virology at Imperial College London, said the change in narrative from the World Health Organization this week to admit that airborne transmission was possible was important.Barclay, who is the head of department of Infectious Disease and chair in Influenza Virology at Imperial College London, said the change in narrative from the World Health Organization this week to admit that airborne transmission was possible was important.
Some air conditioning is not helpful to the spread, Barclay said, as it simply pushes the existing particles around, whereas others can be useful in “replenishing” the air.Some air conditioning is not helpful to the spread, Barclay said, as it simply pushes the existing particles around, whereas others can be useful in “replenishing” the air.
The use of face masks is about “protecting others from you”, so if you have the virus in your breath, even if you don’t feel unwell, they are likely to prevent some of those droplets.The use of face masks is about “protecting others from you”, so if you have the virus in your breath, even if you don’t feel unwell, they are likely to prevent some of those droplets.
Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said that she does not plan to impose quarantine restrictions on English people travelling to Scotland, but is keeping everything on the table.Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said that she does not plan to impose quarantine restrictions on English people travelling to Scotland, but is keeping everything on the table.
She has previously said that the infection rate in England is five times higher than in Scotland, and Scotland has recorded no new deaths from coronavirus in recent days.She has previously said that the infection rate in England is five times higher than in Scotland, and Scotland has recorded no new deaths from coronavirus in recent days.
Because of the decreasing number of cases in Scotland, Sturgeon said that one of our biggest risks is importation into the country, and she would consider any measures necessary to “keep the levels of this virus as low as possible”.Because of the decreasing number of cases in Scotland, Sturgeon said that one of our biggest risks is importation into the country, and she would consider any measures necessary to “keep the levels of this virus as low as possible”.
“It’s not political, it’s not constitutional, it’s just taking a similar approach to country around the world,” she said.“It’s not political, it’s not constitutional, it’s just taking a similar approach to country around the world,” she said.
Sturgeon also said that the UK’s nations needed to work together on “outbreak management”, particularly on outbreaks which happen on the border.Sturgeon also said that the UK’s nations needed to work together on “outbreak management”, particularly on outbreaks which happen on the border.
Sorry, more on face masks...Sorry, more on face masks...
Shadow cabinet office minister Rachel Reeves has said that face masks are “a sensible way forward”.Shadow cabinet office minister Rachel Reeves has said that face masks are “a sensible way forward”.
“People want to do the right thing but they want to know what the right thing is,” she said.“People want to do the right thing but they want to know what the right thing is,” she said.
She wouldn’t say exactly what the Labour Party would commit to regarding their stance on the masks, but suggested that more widespread usage might encourage people to go shops and spend money more readily.She wouldn’t say exactly what the Labour Party would commit to regarding their stance on the masks, but suggested that more widespread usage might encourage people to go shops and spend money more readily.
There is a lot of talk about face masks in the UK this morning, so here’s a brief overview of the situation around the world and history of them in the UK during the pandemic.There is a lot of talk about face masks in the UK this morning, so here’s a brief overview of the situation around the world and history of them in the UK during the pandemic.
In April, they were made mandatory in many European countries including Austria and Germany.In April, they were made mandatory in many European countries including Austria and Germany.
On June 12 they were made obligatory on public transport in England.On June 12 they were made obligatory on public transport in England.
On Friday, face coverings became compulsory in Scottish shops, but people do not have to wear them in stores in England, Wales or Northern Ireland.On Friday, face coverings became compulsory in Scottish shops, but people do not have to wear them in stores in England, Wales or Northern Ireland.
Last week, prime minister Boris Johnson hinted that rules would be toughened up on masks, but today minister Michael Gove said people would simply be “encouraged”.Last week, prime minister Boris Johnson hinted that rules would be toughened up on masks, but today minister Michael Gove said people would simply be “encouraged”.
Currently, 120 countries have made the masks mandatory.Currently, 120 countries have made the masks mandatory.
You can read more on the debate around them in England:You can read more on the debate around them in England:
The UK government is today announcing a investment of more then £700m in Britain’s borders.The UK government is today announcing a investment of more then £700m in Britain’s borders.
Gove said this was taken “to make sure our borders can enable the smooth flow of traffic but keep us safe”.Gove said this was taken “to make sure our borders can enable the smooth flow of traffic but keep us safe”.
It is not totally clear how this money will be spent, but on Sky News this morning, he mentioned an investment in more border security.It is not totally clear how this money will be spent, but on Sky News this morning, he mentioned an investment in more border security.