More than 1,000 people across the UK have died from coronavirus, the government has said.
New guidance lists overweight people with a BMI over 40 among those most at risk of coronavirus
17.03.2020 - 14:03 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The government has updated its guidance to include overweight people in a list of those most at risk from coronavirus.
Those with a body mass index (BMI) of more than 40 have been deemed especially vulnerable to the new virus.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday announced a series of stringent new measures in a bid to try and negate the effects of the infection.
People have been warned to prepare for months in isolation as health experts work to limit the spread of coronavirus.
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27.03.2020 / 15:57
"Spitting on seats, coughing in faces... and trams haven't been cleaned": Metrolink drivers on 'their new normal' during coronavirus
Tram drivers say they are facing unprecedented levels of antisocial behaviour amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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26.03.2020 / 12:53
Coronavirus emergency help for self-employed set to be announced TODAY but Boris Johnson warns there will be 'hardship'
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to announce a financial package aimed at helping the self-employed today.
ok.co.uk
26.03.2020 / 00:21
Channel 4 announces new show that will see a couple get married online after coronavirus lockdown
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK shores, many lives across the nation have been turned upside down. And, after Boris Johnson’s announcement on Monday 23 March, residents across the country have been forced to put their near-future plans on hold, with birthdays, weddings and other large gatherings cancelled to attempt to stunt the growth of covid-19 cases across the UK.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
25.03.2020 / 22:39
Traffic is a distant memory, the streets are empty, the few people walk quickly and keep their distance - this is the new normal in Manchester during coronavirus lockdown
Since the Prime Minister announced the new measures on staying home - life hasn’t been the same in Manchester.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
24.03.2020 / 17:23
New guidance for construction industry on coronavirus as contractors begin to shut sites
New guidance has been issued for the construction industry in response to the coronavirus crisis as several contractors announced they are shutting all sites.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.03.2020 / 21:45
They had seen a surge in trade - but now Manchester markets will have to close amid the coronavirus outbreak
Three of Manchester's markets will have to close their doors as part of the coronavirus lockdown.
nme.com
21.03.2020 / 15:49
UK Music demands better protection for self-employed workers amid coronavirus pandemic
"The Government’s proposals fall far short of the lifeline needed by the self-employed in the music industry and creative sector," says CEO Tom Kiehl
nme.com
20.03.2020 / 22:05
Boris Johnson tells pubs, restaurants and bars to close as coronavirus crisis continues
A bail out was also announced that will see the government pay up to 80% of wages in order to protect workers during the coronavirus pandemic
