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A round-up of the PM's press conference

We've just heard from Prime Minister Boris Johnson as England prepares to ease some lockdown measures tomorrow. But what did we learn? Here's a round-up.

• Coronavirus is still very much with us as we move to the next set of changes, said the PM, who stressed: "We're not out of the woods yet"
  
• He said tomorrow marks the biggest step on the road to recovery and urged people not to let down the "businesses and workers who have done so much to prepare us for this new normal"
  
• As lockdown eases in England tomorrow, people should expect "targeted" local lockdowns to be reimposed - like the one currently in place in Leicester - where there are spikes in the number of cases of the virus
  
• A timetable will be set out next week for the reopening of other businesses, - including the arts and events industry, indoor gyms and nails bars - said Mr Johnson
  
• He said governments in Scotland and Wales are going in the "same direction" as England but perhaps at "slightly different speeds"
  
• Prof Chris Whitty, the chief medical adviser, warns that a second wave is a possibility and the risk will "exist with us for a very long time", as he urges people to stick to the rules. There is no "risk-free next step" he adds
  
• Mr Johnson says people should feel safe to enjoy themselves this summer - but must do so "in a responsible way"
  

How will local lockdowns work?

Reality Check
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said, if necessary, “we will introduce local lockdowns extending across whole communities”.
This week, the first local lockdown was announced in Leicester after a surge in coronavirus cases.
But how will local lockdowns work?
The prime minister has said they will only happen as a last resort, but could result in the implementation of full lockdown rules, such as the closure of schools, bars and restaurants.
Before that, the government will attempt to target its approach, such as shutting down a particular factory where a number of employees have fallen ill (there have been outbreaks in meat and food processing plants).
Find out more about local lockdowns here.

Analysis: Outbreaks of coronavirus are inevitable

James Gallagher - Health and science correspondent, BBC News
The virus is now at much lower levels, but it has not gone away and may never go away.
Until we have a vaccine it will always pose a threat.
We have already seen outbreaks in Leicester, Weston-super-Mare and Kirklees. Relaxing lockdown will make them more common.
Remember this is a virus that thrives on close contact – the more people we come into contact with, the more coronavirus will spread.
It was true in March, when lockdown came in, and it is true now.
However, outbreaks are not a massive problem as long as they can be contained. If they can be spotted and rapidly stopped then an outbreak may cause local disruption, but not “National Lockdown Two”.
This will be the challenge for NHS Test and Trace.
But some scientists are concerned lockdown is being lifted too quickly and that we are not yet able to stay on top of the virus. The danger is failing to stop an outbreak could lead to coronavirus spreading widely and cases surging.

British Columbia concerned over loopholes with US border

An obscure 19th Century treaty has created a loophole at the British Columbia-Washington state border. The Treaty of Ghent, signed in 1814, says neither the US nor Canada can erect a barrier within 10 feet of the border.
Peace Arch Park was built on the site and is a popular spot for Canadians and Americans to gather without having to go through border security.
The border has been closed to all non-essential travel since March. Canada closed its side of the park to prevent the spread of coronavirus – but the American side remains open, allowing Canadians to travel to the US.
If Canada were to erect a border crossing at the park, the treaty says that the US has rights to claim back parts of southern Ontario and Quebec that it lost during the War of 1812.
In the north-western corner of the province, US citizens are allowed to travel through Canada to get to Alaska.
The loophole is necessary to allow Alaskan residents working in other states to return home.
But Premier John Horgan says he’s worried people are taking advantage of the relaxed rules to visit some of the province’s most scenic spots, like Vancouver Island.

US surgeon general urges mask wearing for 4 July

The fourth of July - or Independence Day - is one of the biggest holidays in the US, but this year it coincides with an increase in coronavirus infections across the country.
The US surgeon general has therefore called on Americans to wear masks during their celebrations.
"An important reminder this #July4th holiday weekend: I wear my mask to protect you. Your wear your mask to protect me," he said on Twitter.
But not everyone will be following the advice.
President Donald Trump is due to head to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Friday for a fireworks display, with about 7,500 reportedly expected to attend. The governor of South Dakota has said social distancing won't be enforced at the event, and masks will be optional.
Read about how this year's Independence Day will be different here.