Gove rules out calls to extend Brexit transition period

[ad_1] A British government minister dismissed calls to extend the Brexit transition period and insisted that it is “simple prudence” to follow the current schedule. Michael Gove said the government did not want the UK to continue its “European Union literary membership” beyond December 2020 in an attempt to save taxpayer money and avoid being … Read more

Spain, Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Turkey issue holiday rules and guidance for Irish tourists

[ad_1] The tourism industry is preparing for several years of chaos in the wake of the global coronavirus crisis, which has already seen economies lose billions. Social distancing in the foreseeable future means that beaches, tourist attractions and hotels will be operating at reduced capacity, allowing fewer, if any, visitors. Several countries have also warned … Read more

Boris Johnson to set new closing rules despite police concerns when deaths reached 21,648

[ad_1] NHS vital services for cancer treatment and mental health support will resume today as Boris Johnson tells the British to “be easy” on the closing rules. Matt Hancock said restoring NHS services would see the reopening of the “most urgent” facilities today. Meanwhile, the families of frontline staff who died of coronavirus will receive … Read more

Stricter rules on entering Ireland to be discussed with Stormont

[ad_1] The government is examining ways to tighten restrictions on people entering the country and will discuss the plans with the Northern Ireland Executive, it said Monday night after a meeting of the Cabinet subcommittee on Covid-19. Government buildings declined to release the options under consideration, though they are believed to include closer quarantine supervision … Read more