held a press conference on July 2 in which he outlined plans for schools to reopen to all pupils from September. The following day, Mr Johnson made an appearance to address the nation in anticipation of pubs and restaurants reopening - and urge revellers to be sensible.
On July 9, culture secretary Oliver Dowden announced opening dates for gyms, outdoor swimming pools, beauticians and tanning salons as well as confirming that socially-distanced outdoor performances would be able to restart.
On July 17, the prime minister made another appearance at the briefing with a series of announcements, including a new time table for business reopening.
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