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It’s heartbreaking that my mother can’t hold my baby because of coronavirus. I won’t take closeness for granted again – Lockdown News

31 May 2020 By Port Elizabethan

It’s heartbreaking that my mother can’t hold my baby because of coronavirus. I won’t take closeness for granted again: She should be able to bond with him, to show my son all the love she has to give. She shouldn’t be filled with tears every time she realises this isn’t coming any time soon …
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

Shutdown may have cost me new Celtic contract says Jonny Hayes: Jonny Hayes believes his departure from Celtic may have been prompted by the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the champions. The Republic of Ireland international winger was released by …
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

Holiday companies offering incentives to book despite lockdown: Holiday companies are offering incentives for people to book breaks away from Monday which would be in breach of coronavirus lockdown rules. Despite no definite end to strict social distancing …
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

AFTER COVID-19 group on Facebook: Amidst all the panic over the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus Pandemic we need to also plan for what happens AFTERWARDS. This group is a platform to share some positive suggestions about what we personally, as business, community leaders and politicians can do to ensure a better life for all ONCE this pandemic has ended. Post your suggestions and advice freely and with a better, faster recovery in mind.
Source: AFTER COVID-19

Boris Johnson’s allies rally against Jeremy Hunt – MP accused of plotting against PM: BORIS JOHNSON’S allies have accused Jeremy Hunt of plotting against the Prime Minister amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

‘Amazing’ support for twin brothers taking on Cancer Lads Stadium Steps Challenge during lockdown: Twin brothers, who were both diagnosed with testicular cancer within days of one another, have been overwhelmed by support for their lockdown step challenge.
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

‘Be sensible!’ Health chief begs Britons not to push eased lockdown rules to the limit amid fears of infection spike – but message is ignored as people swarm to beaches and …: Deputy medical officer Jenny Harries expressed alarm at the ‘vision’ of crowded beauty spots on another scorching day, suggesting people should take more personal responsibility.
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

Everything you need to know from today’s Downing Street briefing as Government announces new guidance for those shielding: The Government has announced that millions of people who are currently shielding can start to spend time outdoors from Monday – here’s what you need to know.
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

Virgin Media is closing 53 stores permanently after lockdown restrictions are lifted: Virgin Media has become the latest coronavirus victim on the highstreet as it confirms all of its 53 stores will stay closed after the lockdown is lifted and 341 members of staff will be offered new …
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

UK schools reopen LIVE: Latest updates as Primary school children to return tomorrow after coronavirus lockdown: UK Primary schools reopen on Monday, with Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 pupils returning to school. Ten weeks on from Boris Johnson’s address to the nation on March 23 urging Brits to stay at …
Source: “Coronavirus Lockdown” – BingNews.

CLICK HERE to join the AFTER COVID-19 group on Facebook and tell us what you have planned for AFTER the Coronavirus Lockdown.

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Port Elizabethan

This author is a 'catch-all' for occasional articles and letters written to MyPE. The Author of each article can be found in the signature at the bottom of each individual article.

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