How are other countries lifting their coronavirus lockdown?

Governments around the world are grappling with how to begin easing the coronavirus lockdowns imposed to stem the spread of the disease.

There are fears that continued strict social distancing not only risks a backlash from those forced to live with tight restrictions, but will also do lasting damage to national economies.

But while some countries have announced ways their lockdowns may be relaxed in the weeks to come, governments and health authorities around the world warn it must be done in a way that avoids a sudden resurgence in the spread of Covid-19.

Here is what is happening in China, Italy, France, Spain and Germany - all offering potential lessons to the UK.

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