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epa08416681 Two workers wearing a face mask measure the distance between one umbrella and another during phase 2 of the coronavirus emergency on the beach of Capocotta, near Rome, Italy, 12 May 2020. Premier Giuseppe Conte's government has agreed to demands from Italy's regions for an acceleration of phase two of the coronavirus emergency. As a result, regional governments will be able to give the OK for bars, restaurants, hairdressers, barbers and beauty parlours to open from 18 May. According to the government's previous plan, these outlets were not to be allowed to open until 01 June. EPA/EMANUELE VALERI