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McDonald’s carries out tests in preparation to reopen restaurants

McDonald’s carries out tests in preparation to reopen restaurants

The fast-food chain closed all of its restaurants last month in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

In Pictures: Nation pays tribute to fallen key workers

In Pictures: Nation pays tribute to fallen key workers

Prime Minister Boris Johnson joined the countrywide commemoration.

RAF flypast for Captain Tom’s 100th birthday

RAF flypast for Captain Tom’s 100th birthday

Second World War veteran Captain Tom Moore has raised £29 million for the NHS by walking laps of his garden ahead of his 100th birthday.

Snake slithers to safety after close call with family’s new oven

Snake slithers to safety after close call with family’s new oven

The appliance had to be dismantled for the Scottish SPCA’s unusual rescue operation.

UK Covid-19 death toll passes 24,000 as nation remembers those who have died

UK Covid-19 death toll passes 24,000 as nation remembers those who have died

People across the UK paused for a minute in tribute to the sacrifice made by those on the frontline.

Pilot sparks complaints after spelling out ‘NHS’ with flightpath

Pilot sparks complaints after spelling out ‘NHS’ with flightpath

Small aircraft are allowed under Government rules to fly short monthly maintenance flights.

Boris Johnson says ‘nation will not forget’ workers who have died in Covid-19 outbreak

Boris Johnson says ‘nation will not forget’ workers who have died in Covid-19 outbreak

The one-minute pause was held after a campaign by the Unison union, the Royal College of Midwives and the Royal of College of Nursing.

Coronavirus-related deaths reported by care home providers top 4,000 – ONS

Coronavirus-related deaths reported by care home providers top 4,000 – ONS

The Office for National Statistics said care homes notified the Care Quality Commission of 4,343 deaths of residents in homes between April 10 and 24.

Labour’s Tony Lloyd steps down from front bench to recover from coronavirus

Labour’s Tony Lloyd steps down from front bench to recover from coronavirus

The Rochdale MP has been replaced as shadow Northern Ireland secretary by shadow policing minister Louise Haigh, who was covering in his absence.

Dunn family ‘unable to sue teenager’s alleged killer due to police delay’

Dunn family ‘unable to sue teenager’s alleged killer due to police delay’

Harry Dunn’s parents are seeking to pursue a civil claim against US suspect Anne Sacoolas.

Police ‘deeply concerned’ people could ignore official advice on coronavirus

Police ‘deeply concerned’ people could ignore official advice on coronavirus

It is ‘not always possible’ to give answers on what constitutes an offence for the countless hypothetical scenarios which may arise, chiefs said.

Pensioners double online grocery spend during coronavirus lockdown

Pensioners double online grocery spend during coronavirus lockdown

Online food shopping has captured a much larger part of the grocery market.

Victoria Beckham’s fashion firm sued by pattern cutter

Victoria Beckham’s fashion firm sued by pattern cutter

Kristina Kubiliene worked for Victoria Beckham Limited at its London studio for nearly eight years but left after developing carpal tunnel syndrome.

Matt Hancock asked for apology by son of doctor who died after PPE warning

Matt Hancock asked for apology by son of doctor who died after PPE warning

The Health Secretary was challenged over whether he would acknowledge mistakes have been made.

Marks & Spencer pledges ‘never the same again’ overhaul as Covid-19 hits trading

Marks & Spencer pledges ‘never the same again’ overhaul as Covid-19 hits trading

The retail giant said trading disruption is likely to remain for the rest of the year even after lockdown restrictions are eased.

Britain sees new record for coal-free power generation

Britain sees new record for coal-free power generation

The previous record set in June last year was broken at 6.10am on Tuesday morning amid lockdown and high levels of renewables.

Hope for new Scottish drug which shows promise in fight against Covid-19

Hope for new Scottish drug which shows promise in fight against Covid-19

The successful studies involved both treating infection and blocking new infections.

Virgin Media says broadband issue ‘fixed’ but users still reporting problems

Virgin Media says broadband issue ‘fixed’ but users still reporting problems

Customers across the country were hit by intermittent service problems on Monday evening.

Fluid resistant gowns to arrive in Wales from Cambodia

Fluid resistant gowns to arrive in Wales from Cambodia

Two flights are due to arrive at Cardiff Airport with supplies of personal protective equipment.

HSBC reveals loan losses could hit £9bn as first quarter profits plunge

HSBC reveals loan losses could hit £9bn as first quarter profits plunge

The group reported a 48% slump in pre-tax profits to 3.2 billion US dollars (£2.6 billion) for the first three months of 2020.

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