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Care home deaths increase by more than 2,500 in one week – ONS

Care home deaths increase by more than 2,500 in one week – ONS

There were 5,890 coronavirus-related care home deaths registered up to April 24 in England and Wales, the Office for National Statistics said.

Belfast airport ‘working around the clock’ to make it safe for travellers

Belfast airport ‘working around the clock’ to make it safe for travellers

Aer Lingus is to carry out a review after pictures emerged of an almost full flight with no apparent evidence of social distancing measures.

Use of face masks ‘inevitable’ when lockdown eased, says Labour leader

Use of face masks ‘inevitable’ when lockdown eased, says Labour leader

Sir Keir Starmer said he will raise the issue with the Prime Minister this week.

New Nightingale Hospital can adapt to changing needs, Hancock says

New Nightingale Hospital can adapt to changing needs, Hancock says

Sports stars and actors have come together to praise the NHS and workers who built the facility for the North East in weeks.

Care homes still struggling to source sufficient PPE, say bosses

Care homes still struggling to source sufficient PPE, say bosses

Colin Angel, policy director of the UKCHA, said the shortages are causing ‘really high’ levels of stress for care providers and workers.

Starmer says Labour general secretary quit by ‘mutual agreement’

Starmer says Labour general secretary quit by ‘mutual agreement’

Jennie Formby is a close ally of ex-leader Jeremy Corbyn.

Demand for new cars fell by 97% in April

Demand for new cars fell by 97% in April

The coronavirus lockdown has led to car showrooms being closed and many potential customers being housebound.

Headteachers say low staff numbers and lack of PPE could make it hard to reopen

Headteachers say low staff numbers and lack of PPE could make it hard to reopen

More than one in four school leaders do not believe it will be possible to achieve social distancing among young children.

Ryanair flew just 40,000 passengers in April as flights grounded

Ryanair flew just 40,000 passengers in April as flights grounded

The group announced last week that it is cutting 3,000 jobs.

SNP calls for two-year Brexit transition extension due to coronavirus crisis

SNP calls for two-year Brexit transition extension due to coronavirus crisis

Ian Blackford urged other opposition parties to back an extension beyond the scheduled end date of December 31.

Islanders on the Thames tell of life during lockdown

Islanders on the Thames tell of life during lockdown

Taggs Island has just over 100 residents living on around 60 houseboats.

NHS 24 app to give people latest information about coronavirus

NHS 24 app to give people latest information about coronavirus

People will be able to check coronavirus symptoms on the new app.

Stephen Fry’s fears for performing arts amid ‘dark times’

Stephen Fry’s fears for performing arts amid ‘dark times’

Theatres and concert venues around the country were closed following Government advice.

Covid-19: Key questions on lifting lockdown restrictions

Covid-19: Key questions on lifting lockdown restrictions

The PA news agency explores the key questions surrounding the easing of coronavirus lockdown measures.

Just 4,000 new cars bought in April

Just 4,000 new cars bought in April

The UK’s new car market fell by 97% last month compared with April 2019, according to preliminary figures.

What the papers say – May 5

What the papers say – May 5

Tuesday’s papers are dominated by an app and an antibody test being used in the fight against Covid-19.

People with greater choice more likely to choose non-alcoholic drink – study

People with greater choice more likely to choose non-alcoholic drink – study

The research could pave the way for increasing the selection of non-alcoholic drinks in pubs and bars.

Important military training to resume despite coronavirus lockdown

Important military training to resume despite coronavirus lockdown

Armed Forces Minister James Heappey said he expects essential training to recommence “irrespective” of the nation’s lockdown restrictions.

Download virus app to save lives and end lockdown, Hancock urges as trial begins

Download virus app to save lives and end lockdown, Hancock urges as trial begins

System could be rolled out nationally within weeks if Isle of Wight tests prove successful.

Mother of James Bulger to become grandmother for first time

Mother of James Bulger to become grandmother for first time

Denise Fergus said she ‘couldn’t be happier’ with the news.

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