British Prime Minister Boris Johnson urged people on Sunday to “stay alert” to coronavirus risks, as he prepared to outline plans for gradually easing lockdown measures that have shuttered much of the economy for nearly seven weeks.
The government’s decision to replace its flagship “stay at home” slogan drew criticism from opposition parties who argued that “stay alert” is too ambiguous.
Johnson, due to make a televised address at 1800 GMT, is expected to announce a limited easing of restrictions, such as encouraging those who cannot work from home to return to their offices and factories. “Everyone has a role to play in helping to control the virus by staying alert and following the rules.