What the papers say – May 12
Words from the Prime Minister on the future easing of coronavirus restrictions lead many of Tuesday’s papers, with details of the new rules being put into place this week.
The Times reports people will be able to play sport with a friend or family member for the first time since restrictions were put in place, adding Boris Johnson said rules could vary by region.
The Times 12/5/20Arlene Lee stood in Westminster Abbey yesterday for the 2,200 nurses and midwives who would usually attend a commemoration of the work of Florence Nightingale. Photo : Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images. #tomorrowspaperstoday#thetimes #buyapaper @thetimespic.twitter.com/TQaZmUPoZ6
— The Times Pictures (@TimesPictures) May 11, 2020
The Daily Telegraph leads on Mr Johnson’s calls for the public to “use good, solid British common sense” when it comes to interpreting new lockdown rules.
The front page of tomorrow's Daily Telegraph:
'Use good, solid British common sense, PM tells public'#TomorrowsPapersToday#coronavirushttps://t.co/srdmbNZQpspic.twitter.com/WZ4FF0CxMu
— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) May 11, 2020
While The Guardian‘s headline suggests Mr Johnson is “providing no clear direction” on the country’s way out of Covid-19 restrictions, quoting Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer.
Guardian front page, Tuesday 12 May 2020: Johnson ‘providing no clear direction’ on lockdown exit pic.twitter.com/8ViEgb5ONw
— The Guardian (@guardian) May 11, 2020
The Financial Times suggests Mr Johnson is “under attack” with fears over “blue collar” workers returning to employment.
Just published: front page of the Financial Times, UK edition, Tuesday 12 May https://t.co/bupWI96Urapic.twitter.com/1x4Jk1V28u
— Financial Times (@FinancialTimes) May 11, 2020
Metro carries a headline suggesting there is confusion about the new rules, with the paper pointing to “farcical loopholes”.
METRO: You just see mum as dad waits in the car then you see him as she waits in the car. Simples! #TomorrowsPapersTodaypic.twitter.com/Oj03c7T0mA
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) May 11, 2020
The i carries a summary of the key points on its front page.
I: Permission to meet relative or friend outdoors #TomorrowsPapersTodaypic.twitter.com/WYJINFdGGB
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) May 11, 2020
And The Independent leads on “the new face of a nation”, referring to advice that people should wear masks when on public transport and in shops.
INDEPENDENT DIGITAL: The new face of a nation #TomorrowsPapersTodaypic.twitter.com/UAZYHAjLmu
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) May 11, 2020
The Sun carries details of the PM’s “Covid roadmap”, reporting grandparents can hug their grandchildren from June 1.
Tomorrow's front page: 'Desperate grandparents could be able to hug their grandkids from next month after weeks apart' pic.twitter.com/S0GTPdIFyN
— The Sun (@TheSun) May 11, 2020
While the Daily Mirror leads on calls that workers should be protected as lockdown is eased.
Tomorrow's #frontpage – You Must Protect The Workers#tomorrowspaperstodaypic.twitter.com/xzocmTl31F
— Daily Mirror (@DailyMirror) May 11, 2020
The Daily Mail reports on families being able to meet each other again as rules change.
MAIL: We ARE going to meet again #TomorrowsPapersTodaypic.twitter.com/oeBuvgQsMk
— Neil Henderson (@hendopolis) May 11, 2020
The Daily Express leads on Mr Johnson’s “blueprint to get Britain moving”.
Tomorrow's front page: #TomorrowsPapersTodaypic.twitter.com/QDoFUpBsQh
— Daily Express (@Daily_Express) May 11, 2020
Meanwhile, the Daily Star reports that Scarlett Moffatt believes she may have been visited by aliens.
Tomorrow's front page: https://t.co/Xd2IAKdTYm#TomorrowsPapersTodaypic.twitter.com/wA1OEL60xp
— Daily Star (@dailystar) May 11, 2020