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markydh



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16 Apr 2020, 7:21 pm #81
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It's actually the law that the lockdown is reviewed every 3 weeks, as part of the emergency legislation that was passed just before parliament went into recess.
markydh
16 Apr 2020, 7:21 pm #81

It's actually the law that the lockdown is reviewed every 3 weeks, as part of the emergency legislation that was passed just before parliament went into recess.

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16 Apr 2020, 7:36 pm #82
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(16 Apr 2020, 5:02 pm)Michael Think we all knew it would be extended again and i think it'll be extended after those next 3 weeks too.

My guess would be after another 3 weeks it will be extended, but with some of the restrictions around shops lifted

I'd also don't think there'd be any point in re-opening schools this academic year, there'd only be a couple weeks left anyway.
Assuming things are somewhat back to 'normal', I'd cut the summer break this year short by 2 weeks, then cut the Christmas and Easter breaks next year to 1 week, then run the schools until everyone has 'caught up' which should only eat up a couple of weeks for the next summer break.
streetdeckfan
16 Apr 2020, 7:36 pm #82

(16 Apr 2020, 5:02 pm)Michael Think we all knew it would be extended again and i think it'll be extended after those next 3 weeks too.

My guess would be after another 3 weeks it will be extended, but with some of the restrictions around shops lifted

I'd also don't think there'd be any point in re-opening schools this academic year, there'd only be a couple weeks left anyway.
Assuming things are somewhat back to 'normal', I'd cut the summer break this year short by 2 weeks, then cut the Christmas and Easter breaks next year to 1 week, then run the schools until everyone has 'caught up' which should only eat up a couple of weeks for the next summer break.

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col87



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18 Apr 2020, 9:11 pm #83
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(16 Apr 2020, 7:36 pm)streetdeckfan My guess would be after another 3 weeks it will be extended, but with some of the restrictions around shops lifted

I'd also don't think there'd be any point in re-opening schools this academic year, there'd only be a couple weeks left anyway.
Assuming things are somewhat back to 'normal', I'd cut the summer break this year short by 2 weeks, then cut the Christmas and Easter breaks next year to 1 week, then run the schools until everyone has 'caught up' which should only eat up a couple of weeks for the next summer break.

I think the plan is for schools to be before the summer holidays possibly be about May as we should hopefully be over the worst of covid 19 by then which allows some normality back.  Although it not looking likely at the minute.  Think this summer might be a write off.
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18 Apr 2020, 9:11 pm #83

(16 Apr 2020, 7:36 pm)streetdeckfan My guess would be after another 3 weeks it will be extended, but with some of the restrictions around shops lifted

I'd also don't think there'd be any point in re-opening schools this academic year, there'd only be a couple weeks left anyway.
Assuming things are somewhat back to 'normal', I'd cut the summer break this year short by 2 weeks, then cut the Christmas and Easter breaks next year to 1 week, then run the schools until everyone has 'caught up' which should only eat up a couple of weeks for the next summer break.

I think the plan is for schools to be before the summer holidays possibly be about May as we should hopefully be over the worst of covid 19 by then which allows some normality back.  Although it not looking likely at the minute.  Think this summer might be a write off.

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streetdeckfan



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18 Apr 2020, 9:21 pm #84
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(18 Apr 2020, 9:11 pm)col87 I think the plan is for schools to be before the summer holidays possibly be about May as we should hopefully be over the worst of covid 19 by then which allows some normality back.  Although it not looking likely at the minute.  Think this summer might be a write off.

The main issue with COVID (other than the death part) is the 2-3 week delay before symptoms start showing and start getting admitted to hospital. If symptoms started showing immediately (or at least within a day or two) it would be a heck of a lot easier to get it under control as we could get people into isolation sooner, reducing the spread.

So, in theory, COVID could have completely died off now, and we wouldn't know (primarily because of the lack of testing, but also the delay)

While I do think it's possible that the schools could re-open before summer, if it was my choice, I wouldn't.
Like I said, after the current 3 week extension, and then the inevitable extension after that, there's only going to be a few weeks of term time left, so by the time the kids start to get back into their routine for school, the summer holidays have begun!
streetdeckfan
18 Apr 2020, 9:21 pm #84

(18 Apr 2020, 9:11 pm)col87 I think the plan is for schools to be before the summer holidays possibly be about May as we should hopefully be over the worst of covid 19 by then which allows some normality back.  Although it not looking likely at the minute.  Think this summer might be a write off.

The main issue with COVID (other than the death part) is the 2-3 week delay before symptoms start showing and start getting admitted to hospital. If symptoms started showing immediately (or at least within a day or two) it would be a heck of a lot easier to get it under control as we could get people into isolation sooner, reducing the spread.

So, in theory, COVID could have completely died off now, and we wouldn't know (primarily because of the lack of testing, but also the delay)

While I do think it's possible that the schools could re-open before summer, if it was my choice, I wouldn't.
Like I said, after the current 3 week extension, and then the inevitable extension after that, there's only going to be a few weeks of term time left, so by the time the kids start to get back into their routine for school, the summer holidays have begun!

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Michael



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25 Apr 2020, 2:29 pm #85
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UK lockdown 'could be relaxed' with government considering allowing small gatherings

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/...Qt-5paHbCc


You shouldn't believe the papers but hopefully this is a sign things are starting to settle down.
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Michael
25 Apr 2020, 2:29 pm #85

UK lockdown 'could be relaxed' with government considering allowing small gatherings

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/...Qt-5paHbCc


You shouldn't believe the papers but hopefully this is a sign things are starting to settle down.

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

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stagecoachbusdepot



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25 Apr 2020, 7:03 pm #86
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(25 Apr 2020, 2:29 pm)Michael UK lockdown 'could be relaxed' with government considering allowing small gatherings

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/...Qt-5paHbCc


You shouldn't believe the papers but hopefully this is a sign things are starting to settle down.

Wouldn't get too excited - there's been no real downward trend in number of new cases each day, almost 5 weeks into lockdown (though interpretation of that fact is confounded by increased number of people being tested). Number of deaths in hospital is more indicative of a downward trend when you look at the data for the day they actually occurred rather than the routinely quoted data on day they were reported (often substantially later than their date of occurrence).   Would be great to think they could enable families to get back together in the way that's been suggested but it would be improssible to enforce without a level of tracking and invasion of privacy that would never be allowed; and so given the number of morons that are among us (just look at Westminster Bridge every Thursday night) would likely just propel us into a 2nd peak.
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25 Apr 2020, 7:03 pm #86

(25 Apr 2020, 2:29 pm)Michael UK lockdown 'could be relaxed' with government considering allowing small gatherings

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/...Qt-5paHbCc


You shouldn't believe the papers but hopefully this is a sign things are starting to settle down.

Wouldn't get too excited - there's been no real downward trend in number of new cases each day, almost 5 weeks into lockdown (though interpretation of that fact is confounded by increased number of people being tested). Number of deaths in hospital is more indicative of a downward trend when you look at the data for the day they actually occurred rather than the routinely quoted data on day they were reported (often substantially later than their date of occurrence).   Would be great to think they could enable families to get back together in the way that's been suggested but it would be improssible to enforce without a level of tracking and invasion of privacy that would never be allowed; and so given the number of morons that are among us (just look at Westminster Bridge every Thursday night) would likely just propel us into a 2nd peak.

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25 Apr 2020, 7:58 pm #87
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(25 Apr 2020, 2:29 pm)Michael UK lockdown 'could be relaxed' with government considering allowing small gatherings

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/...Qt-5paHbCc


You shouldn't believe the papers but hopefully this is a sign things are starting to settle down.

I mean, assuming two households have been taking the relevant precautions when going out (or better yet, haven't been going out), there should be very little to no risk of catching COVID.

I personally don't see the harm in small gatherings, as long as people don't take the piss (which, of course, they will!), then again, I'm the sort of person that wasn't to catch it to get it over and done with
streetdeckfan
25 Apr 2020, 7:58 pm #87

(25 Apr 2020, 2:29 pm)Michael UK lockdown 'could be relaxed' with government considering allowing small gatherings

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/...Qt-5paHbCc


You shouldn't believe the papers but hopefully this is a sign things are starting to settle down.

I mean, assuming two households have been taking the relevant precautions when going out (or better yet, haven't been going out), there should be very little to no risk of catching COVID.

I personally don't see the harm in small gatherings, as long as people don't take the piss (which, of course, they will!), then again, I'm the sort of person that wasn't to catch it to get it over and done with

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Rob44



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26 Apr 2020, 8:12 am #88
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Swansea bus museum might have to sell vintage buses for fraction of price...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-52417310
Rob44
26 Apr 2020, 8:12 am #88

Swansea bus museum might have to sell vintage buses for fraction of price...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-52417310

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citaro5284



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26 Apr 2020, 11:16 am #89
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Go North East bus driver reveals what life is like behind the wheel during pandemic

https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/nor...7XHiVhk-MU
citaro5284
26 Apr 2020, 11:16 am #89

Go North East bus driver reveals what life is like behind the wheel during pandemic

https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/nor...7XHiVhk-MU

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deanmachine



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27 Apr 2020, 3:40 pm #90
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(26 Apr 2020, 8:12 am)Rob44 Swansea bus museum might have to sell vintage buses for fraction of price...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-52417310

I lived in Swansea for 4 years and had no idea this place even existed.
deanmachine
27 Apr 2020, 3:40 pm #90

(26 Apr 2020, 8:12 am)Rob44 Swansea bus museum might have to sell vintage buses for fraction of price...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-52417310

I lived in Swansea for 4 years and had no idea this place even existed.

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citaro5284



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06 May 2020, 6:19 pm #91
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David Urquhart ceases trading

https://www.davidurquhart.com/
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06 May 2020, 6:19 pm #91

David Urquhart ceases trading

https://www.davidurquhart.com/

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06 May 2020, 6:57 pm #92
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https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/nor...s-18209963

Boris Johnson set to reveal changes to coronavirus lockdown restrictions taking effect from Monday

Wonder if this will affect public transport

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06 May 2020, 6:57 pm #92

https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/nor...s-18209963

Boris Johnson set to reveal changes to coronavirus lockdown restrictions taking effect from Monday

Wonder if this will affect public transport

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James101



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06 May 2020, 9:23 pm #93
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Article suggests Tees Flex has taken on a secondary role as standby passenger transport services (final line):

https://www.transportxtra.com/publicatio...-collapse/
James101
06 May 2020, 9:23 pm #93

Article suggests Tees Flex has taken on a secondary role as standby passenger transport services (final line):

https://www.transportxtra.com/publicatio...-collapse/

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BusLoverMum



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06 May 2020, 9:58 pm #94
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I suspect that the first lift in restrictions will be in shops allowed to trade, businesses that can operate with social distancing in place and ability to visit family. Apart from people getting to work, I can't see much change for public transport use.
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06 May 2020, 9:58 pm #94

I suspect that the first lift in restrictions will be in shops allowed to trade, businesses that can operate with social distancing in place and ability to visit family. Apart from people getting to work, I can't see much change for public transport use.

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Michael



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08 May 2020, 6:52 am #95
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This is what Stagecoach bosses think will be the 'new normal' as company plans for post-lockdown travel
A six-point plan has been drawn up by bus company Stagecoach over the future of services as the Government looks to outline how the country’s coronavirus restrictions will be eased.


https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/tran...el-2845011
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Michael
08 May 2020, 6:52 am #95

This is what Stagecoach bosses think will be the 'new normal' as company plans for post-lockdown travel
A six-point plan has been drawn up by bus company Stagecoach over the future of services as the Government looks to outline how the country’s coronavirus restrictions will be eased.


https://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/tran...el-2845011

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Michael



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11 May 2020, 1:56 pm #96
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The document has now been released about how we will come out of lockdown after Boris addressed the nation!


OUR PLAN TO REBUILD: The UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy


https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk...oQzMkcm66Y
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Michael
11 May 2020, 1:56 pm #96

The document has now been released about how we will come out of lockdown after Boris addressed the nation!


OUR PLAN TO REBUILD: The UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy


https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk...oQzMkcm66Y

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S813 FVK



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11 May 2020, 2:08 pm #97
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Further to the guidance contained in the document above, the Transport Secretary is scheduled to make a statement in the Commons tomorrow.

Can't imagine there being too much development on what we have heard/seen already, but will allow the measures in place to be scrutinised by MPs.
S813 FVK
11 May 2020, 2:08 pm #97

Further to the guidance contained in the document above, the Transport Secretary is scheduled to make a statement in the Commons tomorrow.

Can't imagine there being too much development on what we have heard/seen already, but will allow the measures in place to be scrutinised by MPs.

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11 May 2020, 10:37 pm #98
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(11 May 2020, 2:08 pm)S813 FVK Further to the guidance contained in the document above, the Transport Secretary is scheduled to make a statement in the Commons tomorrow.

Can't imagine there being too much development on what we have heard/seen already, but will allow the measures in place to be scrutinised by MPs.
Mention of making transport services "Covid secure" which should be detailed tomorrow. Mention of going back to pre-Covid schedules 'as soon as possible' too presumably to provide enough capacity for those travelling. Would have to be huge revenue support to do that.

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11 May 2020, 10:37 pm #98

(11 May 2020, 2:08 pm)S813 FVK Further to the guidance contained in the document above, the Transport Secretary is scheduled to make a statement in the Commons tomorrow.

Can't imagine there being too much development on what we have heard/seen already, but will allow the measures in place to be scrutinised by MPs.
Mention of making transport services "Covid secure" which should be detailed tomorrow. Mention of going back to pre-Covid schedules 'as soon as possible' too presumably to provide enough capacity for those travelling. Would have to be huge revenue support to do that.

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12 May 2020, 8:51 am #99
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from bbc news

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52621747
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12 May 2020, 8:51 am #99

from bbc news

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52621747

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13 May 2020, 1:27 pm #100
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another interesting artical

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52646034
Rob44
13 May 2020, 1:27 pm #100

another interesting artical

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52646034

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