Home   News   National   Archive

National news

McDonald’s to reopen more than 1,000 restaurants by next week

McDonald’s to reopen more than 1,000 restaurants by next week

The chain said it closed some drive-thru lanes last week after soaring demand impacted local communities or staff and customer safety.

Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

Coronavirus deaths in Scotland down for fourth consecutive week

The number of people who died with confirmed or suspected Covid-19 was 3,779 as of May 24.

Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before holidays

Minister cannot say whether all primary pupils will return before holidays

Schools Standards Minister Nick Gibb said he is confident that most local authorities will plan to reopen schools more widely from next week.

Four out of five Ryanair passengers still waiting for refunds – survey

Four out of five Ryanair passengers still waiting for refunds – survey

Most flights have been cancelled during the coronavirus pandemic but many passengers have struggled to get their money back.

How to watch Nasa and SpaceX’s manned astronaut launch

How to watch Nasa and SpaceX’s manned astronaut launch

Launch is due to take place just after 9.30pm UK time.

One million businesses claim £15bn from Government furlough scheme

One million businesses claim £15bn from Government furlough scheme

HMRC said more than £6.8bn has been claimed via 2.3 million applications from those who are self-employed and unable to work.

People become ‘steadily less lonely’ as they age – study

People become ‘steadily less lonely’ as they age – study

Young men are the most vulnerable to frequent and persistent loneliness, the global research found.

Lockdown loan secures future of Roman fort trust

Lockdown loan secures future of Roman fort trust

The Vindolanda Charitable Trust relies on cash brought in by visitors, many from overseas, who come every year to see the Hadrian’s Wall landmark.

Lockdown reveals success of efforts to help rare field crickets

Lockdown reveals success of efforts to help rare field crickets

The RSPB said that with no new releases of the insect at two nature reserves this year, the sound of singing crickets shows previous releases worked.

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

Rapid coronavirus test closer to market thanks to industry partnership

The portable testing device can carry out six highly accurate tests every 30 minutes, and quickly determine if someone has Covid-19.

John Lewis reveals first stores to reopen doors on June 15

John Lewis reveals first stores to reopen doors on June 15

The retailer said it will reopen two stores on Monday June 15, followed by a further 11 sites on Thursday June 18.

Man held in murder probe after body of missing teenager found

Man held in murder probe after body of missing teenager found

Louise Smith, 16, was discovered in woodland at Havant Thicket on May 21.

Care home opens up for socially-distanced visits

Care home opens up for socially-distanced visits

For the first time in weeks, relatives could see their loved ones face-to-face in the garden of a care home in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside.

Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

Social distance fines in Northern Ireland drop from almost 400 to 30 in a month

The PSNI issued 30 penalties in May compared with 374 between the end of March and April 24.

Lennie’s lockdown tunes hit fundraising target after delighting online followers

Lennie’s lockdown tunes hit fundraising target after delighting online followers

Eight-year-old Lennie Street, who has cerebral palsy and hydrocephalus, challenged himself to play 100 songs chosen by his supporters.

Robinsons squash buoys Britvic as sales hit by pub closures

Robinsons squash buoys Britvic as sales hit by pub closures

Sales of child-friendly brand Fruit Shoot were affected by the lockdown, the company said, as people stayed at home.

Men do over an hour less unpaid labour a day than women in lockdown, study shows

Men do over an hour less unpaid labour a day than women in lockdown, study shows

The figures also found time spent on childcare has risen by more than a third during the lockdown.

Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds

Starry, starry night hidden by light pollution for majority, count finds

The annual national star count revealed 61% of people can see 10 stars or fewer in the constellation Orion.

Ozone layer breakdown ’caused extinction event 360 million years ago’

Ozone layer breakdown ’caused extinction event 360 million years ago’

Scientists have warned the Earth’s temperature is predicted to rise to similar levels.

Pro golfer Matt Fitzpatrick helps buy virus equipment for children’s hospital

Pro golfer Matt Fitzpatrick helps buy virus equipment for children’s hospital

The 25-year-old is a patron of The Children’s Hospital Charity which supports the Children’s Hospital in his native Sheffield.

Close This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.Learn More