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- New Covid-19 analysis from the University of Cambridge finds the R number has risen throughout England due to ‘increasing mobility’ and ‘mixing households’. It is estimated to be around 1 in the North West and South West, and below one in all other regions of England.
- American employment rose by a staggering 2.5 million in May – the biggest monthly jobs gain in US history.
- Covid-19 infections peaked roughly five days before lockdown was announced in England and Wales, according to a new study. Details below.
- Wearing face masks will be compulsory on public transport from 15 June. Details below. Dr John Lee also looks at the evidence on Coffee House.
- Dementia deaths during lockdown have been almost 50% higher than the five-year average.
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