coronavirus crisis. The Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) said in a paper on Friday that the guidance to cut the distancing rule by half could go ahead if workers have regular breaks and sit side by side.It is understood the Government will announce the new rules in the coming days as the number of daily deaths continues to fall across the UK.Boris Johnson is keen to boost the collapsed economy, which was revealed on Friday to have suffered its worst-ever monthly collapse in April with GDP plunging by 20%.Scientists told ministers that businesses should carry out their own risk assessments about how they can open safely, with store owners set to reopen on Monday.The Prime Minister said the cabinet had been working with.