The Olympic boxing qualifiers in London have been suspended.

The tournament was changed to a behind closed doors event on Monday. 

The suspended action will take affect from tomorrow.

Rugby League will be suspended at all levels until at least April 3.

As with all illnesses, women in third tri-mester could be at higher risk but not necessarily. 

Pregnant women advised to take precautions anyway.

Brand new disease so research not yet in place to say if pregnant women are at higher risk.

Olympic qualifying boxing has been taking place behind closed doors at the Copper Box but will now be suspended after government rulings over social gatherings.

There has been a significant increase since the budget last week but sustainability is critical.

This will be a minimum of weeks to months. 

We have moved fast with our measures but it is necessary.

Government making sure to do everything they can to support businesses over the next few months

Aim to be able to test health workers as fast as possible.

Who has HAD it is just as important as who CURRENTLY has it.

Social distancing is key.

Mass gatherings should be cancelled.

Enforcement powers are there if necessary.

Avoid ALL unnecessary contact especially with the vulnerable.

Testing is critical. UK has 3 levels - ITU, in hospitals and the GP network in the community.

Intending to scale-up testing.

Over 44,000 have been conducted and over 42,000 were negative.