Coronavirus News Live: Latest Update As Sunak’s New Licensing Scheme Is Rated ‘Insufficient’

How could pubs be affected by the new Covid rules?

Drinkers and diners in Liverpool, Newcastle and Manchester are enjoying what could be their last orders this weekend, as pubs and restaurants in the north of England are expected to have to close to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

It comes amid government concern that nearly a third of Covid-19 infections occur through hospitality settings and follows the start of a 16-day shutdown of locations in Scotland’s central belt.

Outbreak in Scotland’s largest prison

More than 250 prisoners are self-isolating at Barlinnie prison in Glasgow after a coronavirus outbreak.

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) said two inmates and four staff members tested positive.

The 256 prisoners in A Hall now have to isolate themselves, and visitors are prohibited for these inmates until October 20.

An SPS spokesperson said the rest of the prison is not affected by the outbreak or the visitation ban.

Hospital deaths rise by 60 in England

Another 60 people who tested positive for coronavirus have died at a hospital in England, bringing the total number of confirmed deaths reported in hospitals to 30,439, NHS England said.

The patients were between 41 and 93 years old. All but five patients, ages 72 to 86, had known underlying health problems.

Some of the deaths included in the latest figures date back to March 30, although the majority occurred on or after October 7.

London to New York ‘air corridor’ could be ready in November

US officials are trying to revive talks about creating an “air corridor” between London and New York this year, according to reports.

British and US authorities had discussed the possibility of creating a route between the two cities during the pandemic earlier this year, but the fast approaching Thanksgiving holiday is understood to have added urgency to the talks.

Our reporter, Harriet Alexander, has the full story below:

The government responds to criticism of the Employment Support Program

The UK government has insisted that it has “worked hard to project jobs” during the coronavirus crisis following criticism of Rishi Sunak’s Labor Support Plan by mayors in northern England.

“Throughout the pandemic, we have worked hard to protect jobs and support the economy, while trying to limit the spread of the coronavirus,” a spokesperson said.

“That is why we have established an unprecedented financial support package. The Work Support Program is just one element of this comprehensive package, which includes rental support, mortgage holidays and an additional £ 9.3 billion of social safety net funding to help those who cannot access other forms of support. “.

They added: “The ministers continue to work closely with local leaders on how we can fight the coronavirus together.

“We will keep all financial support under review to support the companies that need it most and protect jobs for the weeks and months to come.”

Although it is expected to be announced on Monday, we still do not know how the government’s three-tier system for local coronavirus restrictions will work.

Our reporter, Kate ng, has put together an explainer below on what the system might look like based on the information leaked so far:

‘Please ignore it’: Sadiq Khan clashes with election hopeful for working from home

London Mayor Sadiq Khan responded to Conservative mayoral candidate Shaun Bailey for his suggestions that Londoners should return to office.

Bailey accused Khan of “terrorizing the people” over the coronavirus after the Labor mayor endorsed the government’s guidance to recommend that people work from home this winter if they can do so effectively.

Mr. Khan replied, “London, please ignore it. Asking people to break government rules that are based on medical and scientific advice is extremely dangerous.

“Lives and livelihoods are inextricably linked. The virus is spreading rapidly in all corners of our city and more restrictions are likely soon. “

Northern leaders’ call for more financial support is’ a breath of fresh air ‘, says bar owner

The owner of a collection of bars in the North and Midlands has described the words of northern leaders calling for increased financial support in the closed areas today as a “breath of fresh air.”

“It looks like they’re going to hit us from every angle. I’m starting to feel like they’re harassing us,” Martin Greenhow, owner of five MOJO bars based in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Nottingham and Harrogate. he told the PA news agency.

“Hearing the northern leaders at that press conference say those things, it was a breath of fresh air and it is refreshing to hear that people are listening.

“A big part of that is, I think, now it’s coming home to the people, we’re seeing a total collapse of an entire sector.”

The managing director, who is about to have four of his five bars in local confinement areas, described the measures as the “final metaphorical nail” for his businesses, adding that the 10 p.m. it was killing us. “

USA: Dr. Fauci cautions against large-scale gatherings as Trump prepares to return to rallies

America’s leading infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, again warned against large-scale gatherings of people without masks as Donald Trump prepares to return to the campaign.

Trump plans to summon another large crowd in front of the White House on Saturday after his coronavirus treatment earlier this month.

It comes after the President’s Rose Garden event in which Amy Coney Barrett was announced as his Supreme Court nominee on September 26 was labeled a “super spreader” event for Covid-19.

“I was not surprised to see a super spreader event under the circumstances,” Dr. Fauci said of the Rose Garden event.

“Crowded environment, congregated, without masks. It’s not surprising to see an outbreak. “

He told the Associated Press (AP) that the health guideline for people to return to society after contracting the coronavirus is generally “10 days from the start of their symptoms.”

North Korea: Kim Jong-un Praises Troops For ‘Stopping Coronavirus’ At Military Parade

Meanwhile, on the other side of the world, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised his country’s military for helping with efforts to prevent a major coronavirus outbreak.

The North Korean government has not reported any domestic Covid-19 infection so far, but South Korea and the United States have questioned the country’s apparent success in minimizing the impact of the pandemic.

Our reporter, Katie anderson, has the full story below: