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What the papers say – July 2

What the papers say – July 2

Coronavirus and a ‘draconian’ security law in Hong Kong are being talked about on Thursday.

Ex-Barclays boss due to give evidence in £1.6bn battle at High Court

Ex-Barclays boss due to give evidence in £1.6bn battle at High Court

A private equity firm run by Amanda Staveley is suing the bank and wants £1.6 billion damages.

Johnny Depp to hear if High Court libel case against The Sun can go ahead

Johnny Depp to hear if High Court libel case against The Sun can go ahead

The actor is suing the tabloid’s publisher and executive editor over an April 2018 article.

High Court to rule on who UK Government recognises as president of Venezuela

High Court to rule on who UK Government recognises as president of Venezuela

The ruling is part of a battle to secure gold bullion in the vaults of the Bank of England.

What will change with the latest lifting of lockdown measures in England?

What will change with the latest lifting of lockdown measures in England?

More restrictions are due to be eased from Saturday July 4.

Pub and bar bosses gear up for ‘historic day’ as reopenings near

Pub and bar bosses gear up for ‘historic day’ as reopenings near

Thousands of pubs in England are expected to reopen their doors across the UK on July 4.

Lockdown lifting could mean staycation boom

Lockdown lifting could mean staycation boom

Many pubs and restaurants are also set to open on July 4.

Galleries to reopen offering a ‘more contemplative experience’

Galleries to reopen offering a ‘more contemplative experience’

Gallery chiefs do not expect the usual crowds.

Lockdown timeline: What happened when the UK stayed at home?

Lockdown timeline: What happened when the UK stayed at home?

What are the key dates that have punctuated the coronavirus pandemic in the UK?

Outbreak of Covid-19 cases in Leicester has no obvious source, says PHE report

Outbreak of Covid-19 cases in Leicester has no obvious source, says PHE report

Health Secretary Matt Hancock tightened restrictions on areas of the city and nearby suburbs on Monday.

Gavin Williamson to announce schools overhaul when pupils return after summer

Gavin Williamson to announce schools overhaul when pupils return after summer

But schools in Leicester will be closed on Thursday as part of the city’s lockdown extension.

Leicester lockdown: What are the rules for schools?

Leicester lockdown: What are the rules for schools?

Here is a recap of the lockdown rules about who gets a school place.

Meghan ‘unprotected’ by monarchy after media attack, court papers suggest

Meghan ‘unprotected’ by monarchy after media attack, court papers suggest

The leaked papers form part of Meghan’s legal action against the publisher of the Mail on Sunday and MailOnline.

First month of lockdown saw dramatic drop in air pollution – research

First month of lockdown saw dramatic drop in air pollution – research

Levels of some of the most harmful gasses fell by between 30% and 40% in towns and cities.

Statue of former Ethiopian leader Haile Selassie destroyed in Wimbledon park

Statue of former Ethiopian leader Haile Selassie destroyed in Wimbledon park

The incident appears to be linked to unrest amongst the Oromo people of the African nation.

Raab: China could stop Hong Kong residents from moving to Britain

Raab: China could stop Hong Kong residents from moving to Britain

The Foreign Secretary also said it was ‘difficult to give a precise forecast’ of how many people may make the move to the UK.

Hotel living no better than detention centres, asylum seekers say

Hotel living no better than detention centres, asylum seekers say

At a protest in Glasgow on Wednesday night, asylum seekers say the Home Office has failed in their duty of care.

Man arrested over toppling of Edward Colston statue

Man arrested over toppling of Edward Colston statue

The 24-year-old was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and has been released under investigation.

Leicester lockdown due to ‘inadequacy of information sharing’ – academics

Leicester lockdown due to ‘inadequacy of information sharing’ – academics

Reimposing lockdown represents a ‘failure of timely intervention’, according to academics and clinicians from the University of Leicester.

Liam Payne ‘constantly inspired’ by three-year-old son Bear

Liam Payne ‘constantly inspired’ by three-year-old son Bear

He said that his son motivates him ‘to do better’.

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