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Coronavirus: England set to ease almost all restrictions on social contact

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged caution ahead of confirming the changes

We'll get the latest on the Covid-19 situation in England, where Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to confirm the lifting of all legal restrictions on social contact on 19th July. We'll also hear reaction from those who have been hospitalised by Covid-19.

Also, we go to Cuba where thousands of people have been taking part in anti-government protests. Many are angry about the economic situation, restrictions on civil liberties and the authorities' handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

And our coronavirus expert of the day, Dr Manfred Green, joins us to answer your questions about the pandemic. You can WhatsApp us yours on +447730 751925.

(Photo: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaking during a media briefing in Downing Street, London, on Covid-19. Credit: Daniel Leal-Olivas/PA Wire)

50 minutes

Last on

Mon 12 Jul 202116:06GMT

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  • Mon 12 Jul 202116:06GMT

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