Mr Shapps also confirmed that more home tests will be available for essential workers, after the Government's website ran out this morning in just two minutes. He said this showed the demand was there that would mean the 100,000 test target was met by next week's deadline. … [Read more...] about Drones deployed in fight against coronavirus, Grant Shapps confirms
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Mexico accelerates auto sector reboot after signals muddle
The announcement in the government’s official gazette means that from as early as next week automakers can begin reconnecting supply chains between Mexico and the rest of North America, which depends heavily on parts made south of the U.S. border. … [Read more...] about Mexico accelerates auto sector reboot after signals muddle
Mexico ready to negotiate over power market shake-up
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexico’s president on Thursday said he was ready to negotiate over changes to the electricity market that angered firms and foreign allies, opening the door to a potential compromise that could ease tensions over energy policy. … [Read more...] about Mexico ready to negotiate over power market shake-up
Mexico signals auto industry return on eve of restart plan
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexico’s government gave the green light on Tuesday for the key automotive industry to restart production after weeks of disruption by the coronavirus pandemic, a decision that should pave the way to reopen North American supply chains. … [Read more...] about Mexico signals auto industry return on eve of restart plan
Mexican president slams energy critics, sees plunder and conspiracy
The European Union and Canada on Friday raised concerns about the moves in letters to Energy Minister Rocio Nahle, pointing to an April 29 order that suspended the operation of new renewable plants on the grounds that the government needed to safeguard power supply during the coronavirus outbreak. … [Read more...] about Mexican president slams energy critics, sees plunder and conspiracy
