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Trends in Covid-19 deaths: how the four nations of the UK compare

Trends in Covid-19 deaths: how the four nations of the UK compare

Deaths have fallen, but the pattern is not consistent.

MP insists social distancing was in place at veteran’s 100th birthday party

MP insists social distancing was in place at veteran’s 100th birthday party

Kevan Jones, who represents North Durham, said only a small number of people were there and hands were sanitised as they entered.

Millions of BN(O)s in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship

Millions of BN(O)s in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship

The Government estimates there are around 2.9 million BN(O)s currently in Hong Kong.

No further action over death of railway worker following police inquiries

No further action over death of railway worker following police inquiries

Detectives have concluded there is no evidence to substantiate any criminal offences having taken place over the death of Belly Mujinga, said BTP.

Devastating school blaze caused by building work, investigators believe

Devastating school blaze caused by building work, investigators believe

No children were on the premises at the time of the fire.

Timing of Boris Johnson’s announcement on allowing group meet-ups questioned

Timing of Boris Johnson’s announcement on allowing group meet-ups questioned

Downing Street has warned the public the new rules will not be in place until Monday.

MP criticised for taking maternity leave

MP criticised for taking maternity leave

Siobhan Baillie has been receiving ‘unpleasant’ emails after taking four weeks maternity leave.

In Pictures: Britons enjoy their time in the sun as lockdown rules are relaxed

In Pictures: Britons enjoy their time in the sun as lockdown rules are relaxed

Glorious weather greeted those taking advantage of the loosening of the emergency measures.

Global backlash after CNN reporter arrested live on air by US police

Global backlash after CNN reporter arrested live on air by US police

The UK Foreign Office said journalists ‘must be free to do their job’.

Lockdown breach fines plummet as restrictions ease

Lockdown breach fines plummet as restrictions ease

Just 841 have been handed out by forces in England since rules relaxed.

Businesses told to start paying furlough bill from August

Businesses told to start paying furlough bill from August

Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled plans for grants for freelancers of up to £6,570 which will also be available from that date.

Battle of Jutland warship’s four years since restoration marked in lockdown

Battle of Jutland warship’s four years since restoration marked in lockdown

HMS Caroline closure amid the pandemic has had a ‘devastating impact’ on its finances with the loss of visitor revenue.

Man appears in court charged with the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith

Man appears in court charged with the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith

The teenager disappeared on VE Day.

Pilot breaches lockdown rules by flying to closed RAF airbase ‘to go to beach’

Pilot breaches lockdown rules by flying to closed RAF airbase ‘to go to beach’

The RAF confirmed the civilian pilot landed at RAF Valley on a closed airfield without permission.

How to have a socially distanced barbecue – expert’s view

How to have a socially distanced barbecue – expert’s view

Behavioural neuroscientist Professor Patricia Riddell urged people to consider their guest list carefully.

Sturgeon urges Scots to enjoy relaxation of lockdown restrictions responsibly

Sturgeon urges Scots to enjoy relaxation of lockdown restrictions responsibly

The First Minister spoke at the Scottish Government’s coronavirus briefing as changes came into effect allowing people to meet friends and family.

Drive-in films to be screened at venues across UK

Drive-in films to be screened at venues across UK

Birmingham Airport and Edinburgh Zoo will be among those playing host during the tour.

Sinn Fein leader says she would not justify every action taken by IRA

Sinn Fein leader says she would not justify every action taken by IRA

Mary Lou McDonald said violence had been justified to take on the British State.

Duke of Westminster donates £1 million to Covid-19 mental health research

Duke of Westminster donates £1 million to Covid-19 mental health research

The funds are part of a £10 million donation made by the duke in aid of the Covid-19 response and recovery.

People shielding from coronavirus ‘feel left behind’ as lockdown measures ease

People shielding from coronavirus ‘feel left behind’ as lockdown measures ease

Charities are concerned about the impact an indefinite isolation will have on the more than two million people shielding in the UK.

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