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More than a quarter of people hesitant about getting Covid vaccination – study

More than a quarter of people hesitant about getting Covid vaccination – study

Analysis showed that 16% were very unsure about being immunised, while 12% were strongly hesitant.

Protection offered by Covid-19 vaccine ‘is not in time for Christmas’

Protection offered by Covid-19 vaccine ‘is not in time for Christmas’

Data from Pfizer suggests the vaccine’s 90% protection against coronavirus comes seven days after the second dose.

Jacob Rees-Mogg tells MPs he ate a deep fried Mars Bar and found it ‘delicious’

Jacob Rees-Mogg tells MPs he ate a deep fried Mars Bar and found it ‘delicious’

The Commons Leader also confessed to MPs that he has a ‘predilection’ for Creme Eggs.

Brandon Lewis – Union strongest when all nations prosperous

Brandon Lewis – Union strongest when all nations prosperous

He said a deal had been struck recognising the challenges posed in keeping open the Irish border while allowing firms to compete in Great Britain.

No-deal Brexit could work in favour of fishermen, claims industry leader

No-deal Brexit could work in favour of fishermen, claims industry leader

Mike Park, of the Scottish White Fish Producers’ Association, said it would not change the prospects of securing good terms for the sector.

Carbon emissions fell by record amount in 2020 due to pandemic – study

Carbon emissions fell by record amount in 2020 due to pandemic – study

The UK saw one of the highest falls in carbon dioxide pollution as lockdown restrictions halted transport.

Sir James Dyson donates £100,000 Daily Mail libel payout to charity

Sir James Dyson donates £100,000 Daily Mail libel payout to charity

The billionaire inventor and his wife sued Associated Newspapers Limited over an article about a dispute with their former housekeeper.

UK companies face Brexit chaos, deal or no-deal

UK companies face Brexit chaos, deal or no-deal

Tariff codes have not yet been published so firms cannot complete customs paperwork or factor in how expensive it will be to import and export goods.

Independent food banks giving out 13,000 emergency food parcels a week

Independent food banks giving out 13,000 emergency food parcels a week

They have seen a further rise in demand since October and anticipate a spike in the run up to Christmas.

Mothers blamed for loss of children, review into baby deaths at NHS trust says

Mothers blamed for loss of children, review into baby deaths at NHS trust says

The initial findings from the inquiry into baby deaths at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust were published on Thursday.

More people waiting longer than a year for NHS treatment

More people waiting longer than a year for NHS treatment

Far more people had been waiting more than 52 weeks for treatment in October than at the same point last year.

Salmond airport allegations reported to SNP Westminster leader in 2009

Salmond airport allegations reported to SNP Westminster leader in 2009

Angus Robertson said he accepted the former first minister’s denials of acting inappropriately.

Tennis star Zverev reaches agreement after dispute with management company

Tennis star Zverev reaches agreement after dispute with management company

The German had sued Ace Group International and made a claim of ‘unlawful restraint of trade’.

£400m to support Northern Ireland after end of transition period

£400m to support Northern Ireland after end of transition period

The financial package is aimed at supporting businesses to operate after the transition period, the Northern Ireland Office said.

‘Light in darkness’: Jewish community adapts for pandemic-hit Hanukkah

‘Light in darkness’: Jewish community adapts for pandemic-hit Hanukkah

Socially distanced menorah lightings and activity boxes are the reality in 2020.

Police reopen investigation into murder of taxi driver in 1979

Police reopen investigation into murder of taxi driver in 1979

John ‘Jack’ Armstrong’s bloodstained taxi was found abandoned on a Bridgend industrial estate in 1979.

Baby deaths inquiry urges immediate nationwide action to improve maternity care

Baby deaths inquiry urges immediate nationwide action to improve maternity care

Former senior midwife Donna Ockenden is looking into 1,862 cases at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.

The Ockenden Review: What are the recommendations to improve maternity care?

The Ockenden Review: What are the recommendations to improve maternity care?

An initial probe into baby deaths at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust identified seven ‘immediate and essential actions’ and 27 local recommendations.

Dowden outlines hopes for ‘full return’ of fans to sports stadiums next year

Dowden outlines hopes for ‘full return’ of fans to sports stadiums next year

The Culture Secretary expressed his ambitions as he was pressed to ensure the 2021 Rugby League World Cup takes place in England next October.

Brussels steps up no-deal planning as deadline on UK-EU trade talks looms

Brussels steps up no-deal planning as deadline on UK-EU trade talks looms

Negotiations on a trade deal are expected to conclude one way or the other at the end of the weekend.

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