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How will the army of 18,000 contact tracers help contain Covid-19?

How will the army of 18,000 contact tracers help contain Covid-19?

Public Health England said people who have been exposed will be contacted and given advice on what to do if they develop symptoms.

Handshakes may not return for a long time, infection control nurse warns

Handshakes may not return for a long time, infection control nurse warns

Colin Clarke said he anticipates significant changes in life and health care after the coronavirus pandemic.

Sturgeon outlines plans to ease lockdown restrictions in Scotland

Sturgeon outlines plans to ease lockdown restrictions in Scotland

The First Minister announced 1,620 patients have now died in the country after testing positive for the disease.

‘Schools should re-open as children are not super-spreaders’

‘Schools should re-open as children are not super-spreaders’

Two child disease experts say risk from Covid-19 is no worse than other diseases that do not shut schools.

Sage publishes evidence behind advice on measures such as lockdown

Sage publishes evidence behind advice on measures such as lockdown

The Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) has made public the documents it has used to inform its advice to the Government.

Penguin chicks born at Chester Zoo named in tribute to NHS workers

Penguin chicks born at Chester Zoo named in tribute to NHS workers

The five penguin chicks have been named after hospitals around the country and Aneurin Bevan, who founded the NHS.

Schools to reopen in ‘phased approach’ when the time is right, says Williamson

Schools to reopen in ‘phased approach’ when the time is right, says Williamson

Newly appointed shadow education secretary Rebecca Long-Bailey warned that parents are “anxious” about sending their children back to school.

Man with Covid-19 remanded into custody in NI

Man with Covid-19 remanded into custody in NI

Special measures to keep him isolated from the rest of the population in Hydebank Wood Secure College near Belfast are expected to be taken.

National bereavement service rolled out for mourners during coronavirus lockdown

National bereavement service rolled out for mourners during coronavirus lockdown

Dedicated volunteers will provide up to six weeks of support over the phone.

The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

A hospital housekeeper is among the latest victims to be confirmed.

Wizz Air to launch flights from Luton to Faro in June

Wizz Air to launch flights from Luton to Faro in June

The airline said it is ‘planning for the easing of restrictions as the situation improves’.

Life on the inside: 10 homeschool lunch ideas

Life on the inside: 10 homeschool lunch ideas

A lockdown larder can still ensure children are getting something healthy and filling to eat.

Contact tracing app could face legal challenge if privacy concerns remain

Contact tracing app could face legal challenge if privacy concerns remain

The NHS contact tracing app, currently being tested on the Isle of Wight, is facing questions over its data protection and privacy controls.

Marcus Rashford backing Co-op campaign to supply food banks

Marcus Rashford backing Co-op campaign to supply food banks

The Manchester United star is appearing in an advert online and on TV.

At least 8,828 deaths outside hospitals involving coronavirus to date – ONS

At least 8,828 deaths outside hospitals involving coronavirus to date – ONS

The number of deaths from all causes has fallen for the first time since March 20.

US officials refuse meeting with Harry Dunn’s family due to ‘lawsuit’

US officials refuse meeting with Harry Dunn’s family due to ‘lawsuit’

The deputy chief of mission at the US Embassy Yael Lempert wrote to Andrea Leadsom on April 30.

Hoteliers draw up plan to help tourism industry recover

Hoteliers draw up plan to help tourism industry recover

The Government is being urged to trial lifting the lockdown in the tourism sector in Bournemouth.

RAF jets bomb Islamic State caves in Iraq

RAF jets bomb Islamic State caves in Iraq

Two Typhoon fighters struck six cave entrances used by the terrorist group.

UK cinemas could reopen by mid-July, says Vue boss

UK cinemas could reopen by mid-July, says Vue boss

Vue chief Tim Richards said there will be a ‘demand like we’ve never seen before’ for cinemas when they are reopened.

Housekeeper becomes hospital’s fourth frontline worker to die with Covid-19

Housekeeper becomes hospital’s fourth frontline worker to die with Covid-19

Momudou ‘Mo’ Dibba was known for going ‘above and beyond’ in his work at Watford General Hospital.

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