Tory MPs warn ministers can no longer ‘curtail freedoms by decree’

Boris Johnson ‘prepares to face down Tory rebels’ demanding vote on future lockdown rules – as MPs warn ministers can no longer ‘curtail our freedoms by decree’ Downing Street is facing a growing Tory rebellion over imposition of Covid rules Some 60 Tory rebels now supporting bid to give MPs votes on future restrictions They … Read more

Trump reined in? White House could curtail president’s role in daily briefings

President Donald Trump’s presence at daily coronavirus press briefings may be cut back as the White House looks to prevent him from alienating key voters in November. In the absence of his campaign rallies, the president has relished the opportunity to take the lead during the televised afternoon updates, which have stretched for as long … Read more