Ministers consider gradual school reopening after half-term led by A-Level, GCSE and primary pupils

Children in years that should have sat exams this year could lead the way back to class in a phased reopening of schools after half-term. Under plans being considered, pupils who will be teacher-assessed for A-Levels and GCSEs this year after exams were cancelled could head back first along with years one and six in … Read more

Lockdown could last BEYOND Easter: Good Friday ‘is earliest date for gradual easing of restrictions’

Lockdown measures could last ‘beyond Easter’ despite the rollout of the Covid vaccine after the deadliest day on record saw 1,610 new victims. Ministers have been warned that, with the possible exception of schools, there is unlikely to be any relaxation of the lockdown at the first formal ‘review point’ in the middle of next month.  … Read more

Disneyland Paris will begin ‘gradual’ reopening on July 15

Disneyland Paris will begin ‘gradual’ reopening on July 15 The theme park has been closed since March because of the coronavirus crisis It will re-open on July 15 with limited numbers and compulsory masks for adults No tickets will be sold on site, meaning tourists will have to register in advance  Here’s how to help … Read more

Christian Bale has lively day hitting the waves in LA as he surfs amid state’s gradual reopening

Christian Bale has lively day hitting the waves in LA as he surfs amid state’s gradual reopening By Adam S. Levy For Dailymail.com Published: 07:08 BST, 8 June 2020 | Updated: 07:08 BST, 8 June 2020 Christian Bale is making the most of the summer weather. The 45-year-old actor was seen surfing on a Los … Read more

Nicola Sturgeon says vast majority of Scots support ‘slow and gradual’  lockdown lifting strategy

Nicola Sturgeon says the vast majority of Scots support her government’s ‘slow and gradual’ lockdown lifting strategy as she vows to ‘err on the side of saving lives’ First Minister said polling shows 84 per cent support a ‘slow and gradual’ lifting  86 per cent said ‘decisions on when and how to lift restrictions must … Read more