Slashing VAT and creating a new autumn bank holiday have been recommended as ways to help boost the UK's hard-hit hospitality and tourism businesses.The stricken sectors face a 'long and hard' road to recovery from the coronavirus crisis even after lockdown restrictions are lifted, a report by the All-Party Parliament Group (APPG) for Hospitality and Tourism warns.A reduction in VAT rates could stimulate both as well as benefiting cash-strapped consumers, according to MPs and industry leaders who produced the report.An extra bank holiday - recommended for October - could also soften the blow of peak season losses by promoting autumn 'staycations'.Tourism is a 'vital pillar of the economy', with 37.9m visitors to the UK in 2018 and an.

Read more on manchestereveningnews.co.uk

All news from manchestereveningnews.co.uk

The website covid-19.rehab is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.

Demonstrators hold 4th weekend of anti-racism protests across the U.K.

Anti-racism demonstrators are holding a fourth weekend of protests across the U.K., despite a ban on large gatherings because of the coronavirus pandemic.

gatherings pandemic Coronavirus

Woman stabbed to death near ruins of old Victorian mental hospital

murder after a woman was stabbed to death.Police were called at around 12.45pm to waste ground near Bannatynes gym off Yarmouth Road in Thorpe St Andrew, the derelict remains of St Andrew's Hospital is also located there.They arrived following reports a woman had been found with serious injuries.Emergency services, including the air ambulance, were called to try and save the woman but despite best efforts, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.At around 4pm a man was arrested in the Warwickshire area more than 120 miles away on suspicion of murder.He was taken back to Norfolk for questioning.Norfolk Police confirmed that the incident was being treated as “a fatal stabbing”.The scene was cordoned off so that forensics could search for

hospital death information old

UK coronavirus death toll up by 128 in lowest Saturday increase in lockdown

The UK's coronavirus death toll has increased by 128 - the lowest rise on a Saturday during the lockdown.

Usa Britain Ireland Scotland Brazil hospital death Coronavirus

Coronavirus in Scotland: Two more Scots die from virus taking hospital death toll to 2472

coronavirus as the total hospital death toll reached 2472.18,130 Scots have now tested positive - an increase of 26 from yesterday.A total of 903 people are currently being treated in hospital for confirmed or suspected Covid-19 while 14 are in intensive care.The latest figures comes after Nicola Sturgeon called on all Scots to learn the latest lockdown rules as the country enters phase two of easing restrictions.The First Minister admitted the latest regulations may appear complex to some - but said it was a collective responsibility to understand them.A new public information called FACTS - with each letter a reminder of the key measures Scots must comply with - has been unveiled to assist the public.

Scotland hospital covid-19 death Coronavirus

Ryanair to restart flights earlier than expected in huge holiday update

Budget airline Ryanair had been set to resume flights on July 1 but has now confirmed some routes will now restart as soon as June 21 – the same day Spain lifts its border restrictions to welcome back tourists.A flight to Alicante in Spain is scheduled to leave East Midlands Airport on Sunday at 3.45pm with a total of 16 Ryanair flights scheduled to and from EMA until the end of the month.And a flight from Manchester Airport will touch down at 5.55pm in Tenerife, reports Spanish newspaper El Dia.A Ryanair spokesperson told Daily Star Online: "Although we are officially back with 1,000 daily flights from 1 July, some routes are starting from 21 June."The Foreign & Commonwealth Office currently advises Brits against all international travel

Spain city Manchester BBC quarantine Government travelers

Song Joong Ki REVEALS secret behind his ageless looks & how he gave up on intermittent fasting within a month

Song Joong-ki, who K-drama fans enthusiastically know as the beloved Captain Yoo Si-jin from Descendants of the Sun, is 34 years of age but his trademark baby face remains exactly the same even years later. In fact, we're pretty sure that the handsome actor is de-aging and just refuses to grow older, irrespective of his age.

Hollywood stars Coronavirus

Woman left in tears as brother's hidden notes from 1987 found in walls of house

Facebook to give them back to her. Back in 1987, three-year-old Kimberley Colbeck and her brothers Andrew and Christopher, then aged 12 and 8, created their own time capsules at their terraced home in Guiseley, Leeds.Andrew tragically passed away in 2018, reminding Kimberley of a precious memory with her brother.

hospital Coronavirus

manchestereveningnews.co.uk

20.06.2020 / 16:11

35%

827

Young woman found dead had struggled to overcome her past, inquest hears

Salford on February 6, 2020. An inquest held into her death revealed the 27-year-old had a history of mental illness and had previously attempted suicide. However, there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding her death and no suggestion she had deliberately taken her own life. Bolton Coroners Court heard how Ms Dutton had previously been diagnosed with anxiety, depression and a personality disorder. She became involved in the use of prescription drugs as she struggled to cope with problems inflicted on her from an early age, her sister said. In a witness statement read out in court, a staff member at Park House, a psychiatric ward North Manchester General Hospital, said Ms Dutton had called the unit on January 20. She asked to

city Manchester hospital death 2020 information

manchestereveningnews.co.uk

20.06.2020 / 16:11

77%

681

Rishi Sunak drops hint about plans for two metre social distancing rule

next week on pubs, cafes, restaurants and hotels – which are currently expected to begin reopening from July 4 subject to the science.

hospital covid-19 Government

Trump delights supporters, alarms health officials with Tulsa rally

Click here to read the Mint ePaperLivemint.com is now on Telegram. Join Livemint channel in your Telegram and stay updated

India

James Forrest welcomes the Celtic transfer reassurance that will boost 10 In A Row title tilt

coronavirus crisis can have a positive effect on Celtic's squad. Players like Forrest and Callum McGregor have been amongst those with the heaviest mileage in Europe in recent years having been involved in early European qualifying rounds and late runs in cups.

Neil Lennon Callum Macgregor James Forrest city Dubai crisis stars strain Coronavirus

UK demonstrators hold fourth weekend of anti-racism protests

LONDON – Anti-racism demonstrators are holding a fourth weekend of protests across the U.K., despite a ban on large gatherings because of the coronavirus pandemic.Demonstrations were taking place Saturday in cities including London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow.Hundreds assembled for a socially distanced Say No to Racism rally in Glasgow’s George Square, where earlier this week members of the far right attacked a refugee-rights gathering. In Edinburgh, protesters including “Trainspotting” author Irvine Welsh called for the removal of a statue of Henry Dundas from its column in the city’s St.

Britain Scotland city Manchester gatherings death Government Coronavirus

Jurgen Klopp calls for Liverpool title asterisk as boss takes emphatic 'do it' stance

Jurgen Klopp has demanded an asterisk next to Liverpool 's title win this season. The German's call comes as debate has raged over the issue in Scotland since the SPFL decided to call leagues on a points per game basis.Rangers fans insist that Celtic's title should always be marked with an asterisk to note that all 38 games were not completed while Hoops counterparts insist this is unnecessary.The Anfield boss has led his side to a 22-point lead in the table and they only need to win a further two games to clinch their first title in 30 years.

Jurgen Klopp Germany Scotland pandemic information Coronavirus

Kate Garraway breaks social media silence to send sweet message to Eamonn Holmes

Kate Garraway has broken her social media silence to send a sweet message to her friend Eamonn Holmes.The Good Morning Britain star, 53, has taken a step back from social media as her husband Derek Draper remains in critical condition in hospital after a battle with coronavirus.She has given weekly updates, but this week she stayed silent.However, she did return to Instagram to send a nice comment to Eamonn.This Morning host, 60, shared a picture of himself with his daughter Rebecca to celebrate her birthday, writing: "Many Happy Returns Darlin."It was a very Special day when Becca my daughter came into the World and every time I'm with her continues to be Special."Kate took to the site to comment on his post, sharing a series of love heart

Kate Garraway Eamonn Holmes Derek Draper Britain hospital NHS stars Coronavirus

Premature baby born smaller than a TV remote at just 23 weeks in lockdown

A premature baby was smaller than a TV remote when he was born in lockdown at 23 weeks and given only a three per cent chance of survival.

France hospital doctor Ventilators Coronavirus

Mum who had baby three months early for cancer treatment now fighting new battle

A mum who was forced to have her IVF baby three months early so she could start cancer treatment has suffered another devastating blow.

Gemma Collins hospital doctor Pregnancy

manchestereveningnews.co.uk

20.06.2020 / 14:09

42%

741

Will Mellor opens up on his battle with depression and the sudden death of his father

a new podcast with his Two Pints of Lager co-star Will, from Bredbury, discussed his battle with depression after the death of his sister six years ago.

hospital death stars bill

Zimbabwe's health minister arrested in COVID-19 graft case

HARARE – Zimbabwe’s health minister was expected to appear in court on Saturday to face allegations of illegally awarding a multi-million-dollar contract for COVID-19 testing kits, drugs and personal protective equipment to a shadowy company.The country’s anti-corruption agency arrested Obadiah Moyo on Friday as the scandal roiled the country and played out on social media, where some local journalists exposed how Moyo allegedly chose the company to sell medical supplies to the government at inflated prices that included face masks for $28 each.The government cancelled the contracts following public uproar.One of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s sons was forced to issue a statement denying a link to the company after pictures emerged of the

Emmerson Mnangagwa Zimbabwe city Harare covid-19 president Government

manchestereveningnews.co.uk

20.06.2020 / 13:35

74%

343

An app to order drinks, and patrols in beer gardens... the new rules for when pubs and restaurants reopen

hereIn hotels guests will be encouraged to use room service, which will be left in the corridor, and take the stairs rather than the lift.But, The Times reports, the measures indicate nightclubs will not be allowed to reopen open 'any time soon', as dancefloors are a 'challenging area to operate any under form of physical distancing requirements'.With the coronavirus alert level having been reduced on Friday, the Prime Minister believes he has some space to relax measures in a boost for the sector.Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden told BBC Radio 4 that the review the PM ordered into the two-metre social distancing rule would be concluded 'within the coming days', while Whitehall officials confirmed the outcome is expected next week.The rule

Oliver Dowden hospital guidelines BBC Coronavirus

Coronavirus nurse who wore lingerie under PPE gets job offer for drastic career change

A Russian nurse who was disciplined for wearing just her lingerie underneath her see-through PPE at work has won a modelling contract.

Russia city Tula hospital doctor patient Coronavirus

Coronavirus lockdown's 'first' drive-in concert is the future of gigs for now

This is the future of gigs in locked-down Britain - for now - with concertgoers parking their cars in front of an outdoor stage and watching from a garden chair with booze brought from home.

Britain county Hampshire county Southampton hospital covid-19 disinfect Coronavirus

The Batman: Robert Pattinson took inspiration from Robert Downey Jr & Chris Evans to play the DC superhero

One of the most exciting movies, that is releasing in 2021, has to be Matt Reeves' ambitious take on quite possibly the greatest DC superhero, Batman, in The Batman. Moreover, it's the oddball choice of having Robert Pattinson replace Ben Affleck as the Caped Crusader that has left fans curious.

Chris Evans Robert Pattinson Robert Downey-Junior Bruce Wayne Hollywood The Batman

Nurse who wore lingerie under see-through PPE gown wins modelling contract

Russian nurse who was pictured wearing just lingerie underneath a revealing see-through protective gown while on a male coronavirus ward has won a modelling contract. Nadia Zhukova, 23, seen wearing only lingerie under the transparent PPE as she gave patients their medicine, was originally disciplined by hospital bosses.

Russia hospital doctor patient Coronavirus

French demonstrators gear up for day of protests

PARIS – Protesters are gearing up to stage a protest in Paris against racism and police violence and in memory of Lamine Dieng, a 25-year-old Franco-Senegalese who died in a police van after being arrested in 2007. The protesters will march from his former home, and will be joined Saturday by a separate demonstration in support of undocumented workers.Last week, it emerged that the French government agreed to pay 145,000 euros ($162,000) to Dieng's relatives, after 13 years of legal wrangling.Both protests have been authorized by French authorities, who have been exercising caution over protests in recent weeks as the country emerges from coronavirus restrictions.

France city Paris Senegal hospital Government Coronavirus

Kate Garraway breaks social media silence to send sweet message to Eamonn Holmes amid husband Derek’s health battle

KATE Garraway posted a sweet message to Eamonn Holmes as her husband Derek Draper continues to fight for his life in intensive care. The 53-year-old Good Morning Britain host posted a string of hearts on a picture her ITV co-star shared of his daughter Becca online.

Kate Garraway Derek Draper Britain NHS

Here's how pregnant Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas are keeping active while getting ready to welcome their 1st child

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have been keeping things lowkey except for their casual walks near their house being captured by the paparazzi. There's also the fact that the pair joined the Black Lives Matter protests in LA very recently and documented it in their Instagram posts.

Joe Jonas Sophie Turner Hollywood

Woman left in tears after builders find notes hidden in walls of house from 1987

Builders who discovered notes hidden in the walls of a house by three children more than 30 years ago have reunited the messages with one of the siblings - including one from her late brother.

hospital Coronavirus

Zac Efron and Shia LaBeouf among new celebs to get stars on Hollywood Walk Of Fame in 2021

Benedict Cumberbatch, Naomi Watts, Josh Brolin, Don Cheadle, Morris Chestnut, Giancarlo Giannini, Jimmy Smits and a double star for Ali MacGraw and Ryan O’Neal.In the television category, Courteney Cox is getting recognised, as well as Nick Cannon, Sarah Paulson, Christian Slater, Laura Linney, Marla Gibbs, Jenifer Lewis, Judge Greg Mathis, Dr.

Missy Elliott Mehmet Oz Naomi Watts Trisha Yearwood Kelly Clarkson Courteney Cox Benedict Cumberbatch Zac Efron Don Cheadle Luciano Pavarotti Don Maclean Josh Brolin Sarah Paulson Shia Labeouf Nick Cannon Laura Linney

Zanardi remains in serious condition after handbike crash

SIENA – Italian race car champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi remained in serious condition a day after crashing his handbike into a truck and smashing his face.Zanardi was hooked up to an artificial ventilator and had “stable” blood flow while his neurological status “remains serious,” the Santa Maria alle Scotte hospital in Siena said Saturday in a medical bulletin.“The condition of Alex Zanardi is serious but stable,” surgeon Giuseppe Olivieri said in a briefing outside the hospital.

Alex Zanardi Italy city Santa hospital Ventilators

Pubs and restaurants 'to reopen on July 4' as Boris Johnson set to reduce 2m rule

Pubs, restaurants and hotels in England are preparing to reopen on July 4 with Boris Johnson expected to ease the coronavirus lockdown and possibly cut the two-metre rule.

Boris Johnson Britain hospital BBC Government Coronavirus

Take action against hospital if found to have derogated in its duty: Delhi HC

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi government to carry out an investigation against the Primus Super Speciality Hospital after hearing a petition alleging serious carelessness by the hospital in the treatment of a patient.A bench of Justice Navin Chawla, after hearing the petition, observed that the allegations made by the petitioner against Primus Super Speciality Hospital in Chankyapuri are of a grave nature."The Delhi government is directed to carry out an investigation into the same and in case the hospital is found to have derogated in its duty in any manner, take appropriate action in this regard," the bench said in its order on Friday.The court, however, clarified that it has not expressed any opinion on the

Justice Navin Chawla city New Delhi city Delhi hospital covid-19 testing Government

B.C. investigates claims of hospital workers playing racist game against Indigenous patients

The British Columbia government has launched an investigation into allegations that some emergency room workers have been playing a racist game targeting mainly Indigenous patients.

Britain city Columbia, Britain hospital Government patient

Kate Garraway breaks social media silence to send sweet message to Eamonn Holmes

Kate Garraway has broken her social media silence to send a sweet message to her friend Eamonn Holmes.

Kate Garraway Eamonn Holmes Derek Draper Britain hospital NHS stars Coronavirus

Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain administered plasma therapy, condition stable: Report

Click here to read the Mint ePaperLivemint.com is now on Telegram. Join Livemint channel in your Telegram and stay updated

Satyendar Jain India city Delhi

Mamma Mia producer Judy Craymer revealed that a third film in the musical comedy franchise is being planned

Mamma mia, here we go again! The famous musical comedy franchise is all set to add another film to the list. Mamma Mia producer Judy Craymer revealed that she is working on a third firm.

Judy Craymer Hollywood

The King: Eternal Monarch star Lee Min Ho rocks a salmon suit as he goofs around during a photoshoot

In his first project, since his mandatory military training ended in April 2019, Lee Min-ho managed to wow us and show everyone that he's not lost a step with his leading act in The King: Eternal Monarch. It was his chemistry with Kim Go-eun that viewers just couldn't get enough of and while the ratings for the series were average, Min-ho's popularity only increased further because of his earnest performance.

Lee Min Ho North Korea county King Hollywood The King: Eternal Monarch

I miscarried two babies and it completely ruined me, reveals former Strictly star Natalie Lowe

STRICTLY favourite Natalie Lowe wanted a baby more than anything. And her longing saw her hit “rock bottom” after two miscarriages in less than a year.

hospital Pregnancy stars

Lady Gaga ditches her pants and gives onlookers a peek at her undies as she goes for a walk in Hollywood

LADY Gaga was taking no risks as she stepped out for a take-out coffee on Friday. The music superstar covered her face with a mask and forwent pants as she was spotted in Hollywood, California alongside her boyfriend Michael Polansky.

Michael Polansky France state California city Hollywood, state California pandemic Hollywood mask

Royal Ascot 2020 Saturday tips: Newsboy’s 1-2-3 and best bets for every race on day five

Get a square deal by backing QUADRILATERAL to land the the Group 1 Coronation Stakes (2.25) at Royal Ascot 2020 builds to a climax this afternoon.

Guinea testing 2020 stars Coronavirus FIVE

UK holiday 'air bridges' with Spain, France and Greece to 'be in place by July 4'

Brits could holiday in up to 10 countries under "air bridge" agreements in two weeks' time, according to reports.

Boris Johnson Spain Britain France Greece Portugal quarantine travelers Coronavirus

The Latest: Pakistan reports 153 deaths, highest daily toll

Brazil tops 1 million cases as coronavirus spreads inland— World Health Organization chief says pandemic is “accelerating,” confirmed cases hit daily high— Navy upholds firing of carrier captain in virus outbreak— A person familiar with the decision says Major League Baseball is closing all of its spring training sites over concerns about the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier, the Philadelphia Phillies said five players tested positive for COVID-19 this week at the team’s spring complex.

Philadelphia Phillies Pakistan Brazil hospital Coronavirus

Why blind items must die in 2020

Charlie Hebdo shooting had not happened yet) and how we should develop a thicker skin and not feel the discomfort we were feeling. Some believed the blindsided writer should write back.

Sushant Singh Rajput Charlie Hebdo gatherings death 2020 Hollywood

India can consider spending forex reserves on healthcare, says Deutsche Bank

Click here to read the Mint ePaperLivemint.com is now on Telegram. Join Livemint channel in your Telegram and stay updated

India

News Releases from Department of Health | Hawai’i COVID-19 Daily News Digest June 19, 2020

Governor’s Office:Gov. Ige says Friday COVID Case Count was Anticipated, Manageable Gov.

covid-19 testing

'Bored' prisoners spark chaos after spate of 999 calls after phones handed out at Polmont

mobile phones to keep in touch with loved ones sparked chaos after they made a series of bogus 999 calls.The mobiles were handed out to cons at Polmont Young Offenders jail in a £1 million initiative to make up for cancelled family visits after eight weeks of delays due to security systems being put in place.But Scottish Prison Service bosses failed to account for each mobile being enabled to call 999 services and The Samaritans, which led to bored inmates creating mischief.As a result of the flurry of calls, within hours of the phone roll-out on Wednesday several prisoners had their phones confiscated and were warned they could face further action for the violations.It is now thought that the bulk of the 7,000 Scottish prison community may

Scotland Government

The 10 Best Moments From John Legend and Alicia Keys' Juneteenth Verzuz Showdown

In a time of civil unrest throughout the country, Alicia Keys and John Legend’s Verzuz event was a healing balm. For more than two hours the pair played their biggest hits (20 each), including their solo songs and features. At times Keys sat at a fuschia piano as Legend took a seat behind a black piano. Other times, the pair got up and danced along to their hit songs, singing over the recordings.

pandemic

Megan Fox and ex Brian Austin Green don matching Pink Floyd T-shirts while out with new flames

Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green split, after ten years of marriage, earlier this year.But the exes, who share three kids Noah, seven, Bodhi, six, and Journey, three, seem to still be in-sync when it comes to fashion.While out with their new flames the exes both donned the same Pink Floyd tee, just days apart. In-sync: Despite their split Megan Fox and Brian Austin Greenseem to still be in-sync when it comes to fashionMegan donned the black tee, feature the chromatic logo for the band's Dark Side of the Moon album, when out on Wednesday.

Megan Fox Austin, county Green city Austin, county Green county Green covid-19 Hollywood stars

United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

Calls for October bank holiday and VAT cuts to boost UK tourism and hospitality

Related News