Coronavirus live updates: May 7 2020

Boris Johnson has indicated some lockdown restrictions could change from Monday.

Speaking in response to a question from Labour leader Keir Starmer, the prime minister said details on how the measures might start to be lifted will be announced on Sunday.

Scroll down for the latest updates:

5.08pm
That’s all for today’s live blog. See you on Monday.

4.27pm
Here are some of the latest developments:

• All proceeds from a rare release of a new print by Massive Attack’s Robert del Naja will be donated to the Bristol Food Union’s Feed the Frontline project.
• GP surgeries and some pharmacies in Bristol will remain open tomorrow as part of measures to ease pressure on hospital services during the coronavirus outbreak.
• The amount people receive through the Government’s furlough scheme could reduce as the chancellor prepares to wind down the subsidies over the coming months.

3.44pm
All proceeds from a rare release of a new print by Massive Attack’s Robert del Naja will be donated to the Bristol Food Union’s Feed the Frontline project. Read the full story here.

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3.23pm
Avon and Somerset Police remind those facing domestic violence that they can reach out for support.

2.52pm
Deputy mayor Asher Craig will take part in a livestream on Youtube hosted by Co-Produce Care tonight at 7pm. She will discuss coronavirus and social care.

2.21pm
The team at Bristol24/7 are working hard to keep the city informed on the latest coronavirus news. Read some of the latest stories:

• Fighting to ensure children in Barton Hill do not get left behind
• Port docker releases song to thank key workers
• Supporting men with their mental health during pandemic
• How one Southmead charity is adapting to support families during pandemic

1.02pm
Kiki Bristol, a space for queer, transgender and intersex people of colour, and the Voice and Influence Partnership, a group created to help make sure that individuals, groups and communities whose voices aren’t always heard are listened to, have come together to showcase the talents of LGBTQ+ people of colour. Hosted on Kiki’s Instagram, expect workshops, performances and Q&As.

12.06pm
GP surgeries and some pharmacies in Bristol will remain open tomorrow as part of measures to ease pressure on hospital services during the coronavirus outbreak.

Despite the bank holiday, many services will remain open, with appointments available for patients to book with their GP practices, and some pharmacies remaining open to walk-in customers throughout the day.

11.37am
Bristol North West MP Darren Jones will play a key role in shaping economic recovery post-lockdown as the new chair of the business energy and industrial strategy select committee. Read the full story here.

11.11am
Over the bank holiday weekend, brewers Wiper & True are donating £1 from every order to Caring in Bristol’s emergency appeal.

10.44am
The number of confirmed cases in Bristol is 640, according to Public Health England.

9.13am
The date is still to be announced, but the Arnolfini has released details for its first show post-lockdown.

They will share the “common, pertinent theme of portraiture, family and friends” with exhibits from Chantal Joffe and Hassan Hajjaj.

“Chantal and Hassan’s shows are a wonderful way to look forward to re-opening Arnolfini’s galleries; accessible, challenging and vibrant work from two artists at the forefront of contemporary practice,” says Gary Topp, Arnolfini’s executive director.

“We look forward to welcoming everyone safely back into Bristol’s Centre for International Contemporary Arts.”

8.45am
Good morning and welcome to today’s live blog. Here are some of the latest developments:

• The amount people receive through the Government’s furlough scheme could reduce as the chancellor prepares to wind down the subsidies over the coming months.
• Rising Arts Agency has launched the first in what will be a series of creative commissions for young people.
• Bristol Mind has launched its own YouTube channel featuring short films to help support people during the pandemic.
• Actor Joe Sims has been turning up on doorsteps across Bristol with a delivery of free books to help children read during lockdown as part of a new project.

Main photo by Ellie Pipe

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