Parents of secondary school pupils will carry out Covid tests and face masks will be worn in class. Parents of secondary school pupils will carry out Covid tests and face …
Covid-19 lockdown: Up to 10,000 fans could return to stadiums by mid-May
Up to 10,000 fans could be back in stadiums by mid-May as part of the government’s plans to move England out of lockdown. Up to 10,000 fans could be back …
Coronavirus: Latest data shows vaccine reduces transmission – Hancock
Matt Hancock says hospital admissions are falling more sharply than the first wave of the pandemic. Matt Hancock says hospital admissions are falling more sharply than the first wave of …
Jo Whiley: It’s been the worst week of our lives as Frances struggles with Covid
The DJ says her sister Frances, who has a learning disability and diabetes, is “fighting for her life” with Covid. The DJ says her sister Frances, who has a learning …
Exeter house fire: Girl, 4, and couple die
Police call it a “tragic incident” and say no-one is being sought in connection with the fire. Police call it a “tragic incident” and say no-one is being sought in …
UK Covid lockdown easing: A No 10 ‘priority’ is to allow more social contact
More people may be allowed to mix outdoors in the coming weeks, Downing Street sources say. More people may be allowed to mix outdoors in the coming weeks, Downing Street …
Duke of Edinburgh: Prince Charles visits his father in hospital
The Duke of Edinburgh, 99, was admitted to King Edward VII Hospital in central London on Tuesday. The Duke of Edinburgh, 99, was admitted to King Edward VII Hospital in …
Leon boss warns longer lockdown ‘will cost lives’
John Vincent says extending lockdowns, even by a number of weeks, “matters hugely”. John Vincent says extending lockdowns, even by a number of weeks, “matters hugely”. Read full story Author:
Harry and Meghan not returning as working members of Royal Family
“Service is universal”, the couple say, after the Queen confirms they will not continue with duties. “Service is universal”, the couple say, after the Queen confirms they will not continue …
Covid: Matt Hancock acted ‘unlawfully’ over pandemic contracts
The health secretary breached his “legal obligation” to publish details of deals, the High Court rules. The health secretary breached his “legal obligation” to publish details of deals, the High …
Duke ‘likely to stay in hospital until next week’
Prince Philip will continue to undergo observation and rest, a source tells the BBC. Prince Philip will continue to undergo observation and rest, a source tells the BBC. Read full …
Strong decline in coronavirus across England since January, React study shows
Study finds infections fell by two-thirds – and more in London – but warns virus levels remain high. Study finds infections fell by two-thirds – and more in London – …
Sir Keir Starmer: Savings scheme would boost UK’s recovery post-Covid
The Labour leader says there can be “no return to business as usual” as he sets out post-Covid policies. The Labour leader says there can be “no return to business …
Covid-19: NI lockdown extended until 1 April
Restrictions will remain, but some primary school children will return to school from Monday 8 March. Restrictions will remain, but some primary school children will return to school from Monday …
Covid: Boris Johnson to focus on ‘data, not dates’ for lockdown easing
The lifting of England’s restrictions must be “cautious and prudent”, Boris Johnson says. The lifting of England’s restrictions must be “cautious and prudent”, Boris Johnson says. Read full story Author:
Prince Philip, 99, in hospital ‘as a precaution’
The duke had been feeling unwell for a few days, but it is not related to Covid, a palace source said. The duke had been feeling unwell for a few …
Covid-19: World’s first human trials given green light in UK
Healthy, young volunteers are being recruited and will be infected with a low dose of virus. Healthy, young volunteers are being recruited and will be infected with a low dose …
Covid: Extra 1.7m vulnerable added to shielding list
The move brings the total to 4m in England and means vaccinations will be prioritised more quickly. The move brings the total to 4m in England and means vaccinations will …
Princess Latifa: ‘Hostage’ ordeal of Dubai ruler’s daughter revealed
“I just want to be free,” Princess Latifa, daughter of Dubai’s ruler, says in video messages secretly recorded from a villa where she was being held following her failed escape …
Covid in Scotland: Youngest pupils to return to classrooms
Pupils in P1 to P3 and pre-school children will go back from 22 February, it has been confirmed. Pupils in P1 to P3 and pre-school children will go back from …