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Timeline: How Britain headed towards a month under coronavirus lockdown

Timeline: How Britain headed towards a month under coronavirus lockdown

The country has seen four weeks of conditions that would have been unimaginable at the start of the year as the Covid-19 crisis unfolded.

‘Talented and respected’ consultant neonatologist dies after contracting Covid-19

‘Talented and respected’ consultant neonatologist dies after contracting Covid-19

Dr Vishna Rasiah operated as the ‘clinical lead’ for regional neonatal work in the Midlands.

Johnson ‘ebullient’ but timing of Downing St return up to doctors – Hancock

Johnson ‘ebullient’ but timing of Downing St return up to doctors – Hancock

Sources were dismissing reports that Boris Johnson was preparing to return to No 10 as early as Monday.

In Video: Coronavirus turns capital into ghost town

In Video: Coronavirus turns capital into ghost town

Normally bustling London streets have been left deserted as people observe the Covid-19 lockdown.

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group settles £588m Belgian tax dispute

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group settles £588m Belgian tax dispute

It said it took the ‘decision to settle these matters now given the uncertainty’ affecting the company’s finances.

UK sees notable reduction in seismic noise caused by human activity – experts

UK sees notable reduction in seismic noise caused by human activity – experts

Noise levels across the country have dropped between 20% and 50% in the last five weeks since lockdown began in mid-March.

Gatwick warns demand for flights could take four years to recover from Covid-19

Gatwick warns demand for flights could take four years to recover from Covid-19

The UK’s second busiest airport expects passenger numbers ‘will return to recent levels within 36 to 48 months’ after the pandemic.

Life on the inside: 10 ways to boost your mental health during lockdown

Life on the inside: 10 ways to boost your mental health during lockdown

The Action for Happiness movement is proposing a ‘daily pause’ amid the crisis to help people look after their mental health.

Retailers suffer record collapse in sales after coronavirus store closures

Retailers suffer record collapse in sales after coronavirus store closures

The Office for National Statistics said total sales volumes dived 5.1% as many stores shut their doors in the face of the coronavirus.

Duchess of Sussex asked friend to try to influence story, publisher claims

Duchess of Sussex asked friend to try to influence story, publisher claims

The allegations are included in court documents submitted by the publisher of the Mail on Sunday.

Meghan’s letter to her father contained her ‘most private thoughts and feelings’

Meghan’s letter to her father contained her ‘most private thoughts and feelings’

The Duchess of Sussex is bringing legal action against Associated Newspapers Ltd.

Neat handwriting shows Meghan expected letter to be published, newspaper says

Neat handwriting shows Meghan expected letter to be published, newspaper says

The Duchess of Sussex is involved in a legal action against Associated Newspapers.

The ups and downs of Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the media

The ups and downs of Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the media

The duchess is pursuing legal action against Associated Newspapers.

First court hearing in privacy claim by Duchess of Sussex against Mail on Sunday

First court hearing in privacy claim by Duchess of Sussex against Mail on Sunday

The hearing will be conducted remotely.

What the papers say – April 24

What the papers say – April 24

Good and bad news on the UK’s Covid-19 testing capabilities features among topics covered on the front pages on Friday.

Government must be ready with clear guidance if lockdown eased, expert warns

Government must be ready with clear guidance if lockdown eased, expert warns

People need to know if they can visit relatives safely, despite disruptive measures expected for at least the rest of the year, a professor said.

Covid-19: Essential workers can book tests online ‘to make testing simpler’

Covid-19: Essential workers can book tests online ‘to make testing simpler’

Ministers are under increasing pressure to set out the Government’s lockdown exit strategy.

Wales lockdown exit plan to be announced by First Minister

Wales lockdown exit plan to be announced by First Minister

Mark Drakeford will set out seven questions which will help decide when restrictions are eased.

Royal family leads the way during weekly clap for carers

Royal family leads the way during weekly clap for carers

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their three children took to their doorstep for the fifth week in a row.

In Pictures: Nation pays tribute to health workers in clap for carers

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge joined in with the weekly event.

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