[ad_1]
The death toll in the UK is at least 37,151 higher this year than it has been on average for the past five years.
Figures recorded in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland include deaths from all causes, but are considerably higher since the coronavirus began to devastate Britain.
⚠️ Read our coronavirus blog live for the latest news and updates
The 37,151 ‘excess deaths’ this year are unlikely to be due to the coronavirus, although the deadly insect, which has so far killed 32,065 people across the UK, accounts for a large proportion.
The government confirmed today’s bleak numbers by describing how Britain will recover from the global pandemic.
In England and Wales, 229,308 deaths were recorded until April 24 of this year, compared to an average of 195,648 in the last five years (2015-2019)
In Scotland, 23,799 were recorded between January 6 and April 27, an additional total of 3,268 in the past five years (20,531).
In Northern Ireland, between January 10 and April 24 of this year, 5,715 deaths were recorded, 337 more than the five-year average for that period (5,378).
It comes as:
According to data released last week, England’s excessive death rate is one of the worst in Europe.
Figures from EuroMOMO, which monitors official data, including from all over the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy and Switzerland, reveal that England has had the highest level of excess deaths in the past four weeks .
It comes after Stephen Powis, National Medical Director for NHS England, said excess deaths is the “key measure” to assess the impact of Covid-19, but argued that it will be “some time” before that can be done. comparison between countries.
GRIMO TALLY
Today, the total number of coronavirus deaths in the UK rose to 32,065 after 210 deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours.
It is the lowest daily increase in six weeks, since March 26, when 184 deaths were confirmed.
Another 3,877 people have now tested positive for the virus, bringing the total to 223,060, the Health Department revealed today.
According to the NHS England 23, so far 358 have died in hospitals, while in Scotland 1,862 people have died from the error.
In Northern Ireland, 438 have died from the virus so far, while in Wales the total number is 1,116.
Scientists have said that men may be more likely to die of coronavirus, because their blood contains higher levels of an enzyme used by the insect to infect healthy cells.
It has also been revealed that taxi drivers, store workers, chefs and security guards are more likely to die from the killer bug, but that doctors are no more at risk than the public.
According to the Office for National Statistics, men working in the least skilled jobs had the highest death rate involving Covid-19.
Security guards had one of the highest rates with 45.7 deaths per 100,000 (63 deaths).
UNLOCKING
Last night, Boris Johnson described the “careful first steps” to ease the blockage as part of a three-phase plan to return to normal life.
In a speech to the nation, he revealed a road map to get Britain back on its feet, displaying its new motto “stay alert, control the virus and save lives.”
The new guidelines differ from those established in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, where people are still told to stay home.
Of his new plans, the Prime Minister said: “We have passed the initial peak, but the mountain is often coming down, which is often more dangerous.”
“We have a route, and we have a plan, and everyone in government has the enormous pressure and challenge to save lives, restore livelihoods, and gradually restore the freedoms we need.”
“But in the end, this is a plan that everyone must make work.”
CHAOS AND CONFUSION
Those unable to work from home, including builders and factory workers, are now urged to return to work under the new plan.
Elementary school children will gradually return to the classroom starting next month, and years one and six are expected to return first.
And the British will also be able to enjoy unlimited exercise starting on Wednesday, provided they follow the guidelines for social distancing.
But the new guide has created some confusion, and many criticize the lack of clarity about the rules.
Roads and tubes were busy this morning after Boris told commuters they could return to work, while Dominic
STAY AWAY
How work life will change wherever you work under the new coronavirus rules
Dear May hugs
Grandparents could hug their grandchildren in June under the ‘bubble’ plan
PLUMB IN A MILLION
Mindless plumber greeted a hero for his response to BoJo’s closure plan
‘SICK ABUSE’
Man charged after BBC presenter was “racially abused on the street”
‘COMPLETE SHOCK’
Married policeman arrested after finding his strangled lover in the parking lot
GOODBYE PROTECTED
Policemen watch as 150 travelers attend the funeral of 2 teens despite the blockade
Raab said they would only be allowed to do so starting Wednesday.
The Foreign Minister also left the British mystified this morning by hinting that you might meet more than one friend or family member in the park.
Since then, Downing Street has confirmed that people can meet a friend or family member outside of their home as long as they maintain their social distance.
CORONAVIRUS CRISIS – STAY KNOWN
Don’t miss out on the latest news and figures, and essential tips for you and your family.
To receive The Sun’s Coronavirus newsletter in your inbox every tea time, sign up here.
To follow us on Facebook, simply click “Like” on our Coronavirus page.
Get Britain’s best-selling newspaper delivered to your smartphone or tablet every day; discover more.
one
[ad_2]
