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LATEST
Largest COVID-19 Antibody Testing Programme Publishes Findings On Antibody Response Over Time
Over 365,000 participants across England have taken part in the largest antibody home surveillance study for COVID-19 Antibody response over time varies depending on a person’s age and symptoms Findings published by Imperial College London and Ipsos MORI today suggest that our antibody response…
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Local COVID Alert Level Update For Warrington
Following close discussions with local leaders, Warrington will move from local COVID alert level ‘high’ to ‘very high’ from 00.01 on Tuesday 27 October. This means that new measures will come into place including: w80[ people must not socialise with anybody they do not live with, or have…
9:39 PM 26th October 2020
Morrisons To Donate 15,000 Lunchboxes Daily To Help School Children In Need
Morrisons stores will join the national effort to ensure no school child in need goes without an adequate meal this half term. Morrisons colleagues in 498 stores will prepare 30 lunch boxes in each of their stores this half-term. That’s 14,940 lunches daily with packaging donated by distribution company Bunzl.…
3:19 PM 26th October 2020
Huddersfield Charity Secures £100,000 Grant From Barclays
Sudden – the charitable service based in Huddersfield, has secured a £100,000 grant from Barclays to support its efforts to help people and communities most impacted by COVID-19. Sudden is a service for people who have been bereaved by a death that happened unexpectedly, from COVID-19, an undiagnosed medical condition,…
6:08 AM 28th October 2020
PM Call With Prime Minister Of Australia: 27 October 2020
The Prime Minister spoke to Australia’s Prime Minister Scott Morrison this morning. Building on the long-standing friendship and partnership between the UK and Australia, the leaders welcomed progress on a Free Trade Agreement and resolved to work at pace to secure a mutually beneficial deal. They agreed on the importance of like-minded…
9:29 PM 27th October 2020
Good News - Bad News!
So it is that time of year again when the good news is we get an extra hour in bed, but the bad news is that the nights are drawing in and it will be getting darker earlier. No wonder people jet off to faraway places to get that…
10:06 AM 24th October 2020
Canary Islands, Denmark, Maldives And Mykonos Added To Travel Corridor Exempt List
From 4am Sunday 25 October, people arriving in England from the Canary Islands, Denmark, the Maldives and Mykonos will not need to self-isolate. the Canary Islands, Mykonos, the Maldives and Denmark added to list of travel corridors for the UK, having been assessed by the Joint Biosecurity Centre as…
7:29 PM 22nd October 2020
Foreign Secretary Statement On Protests In Nigeria
Following the protests in Nigeria against police brutality and the allegations of the deaths of protesters, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said: "I am deeply concerned by the recent violence and continued clashes in Nigeria, and am alarmed by widespread reports of civilian deaths. "We…
9:46 AM 22nd October 2020
PM Meeting With Prime Minister Of Iraq: 22 October 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson met Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi in Downing Street. This morning, the Prime Minister welcomed Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi and his ministers to Downing Street. They reflected on the UK and Iraq’s historic and close relationship, and resolved to strengthen the strategic partnership between our two nations. Prime Minister…
7:21 AM 22nd October 2020
Anti-poverty Group Led By Bradford Credit Union Launches Spooky Campaign To Fight Loan Sharks
In a bid to tackle the rising issue of illegal money lenders in Bradford and the wider district, the Anti-Poverty Events Group - led by Bradford District Credit Union - has launched a new Halloween-themed campaign #LoanSharksAreMonsters. The group - which was recently shortlisted for the council’s prestigious Partnership award -…
2:38 AM 21st October 2020
Prime Minister's Statement On Coronavirus (Covid-19): 20 October 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement at the coronavirus press conference. Good afternoon, Across the world, the countries most successful in their fight against coronavirus are adopting regional and local measures to protect their populations. That is why last week we launched the three Local COVID Alert Levels for England, with interventions…
9:03 PM 20th October 2020
New 'Diversity Built Britain' Coin Unveiled
A new coin to mark the profound contribution minority communities have made to the shared history of the United Kingdom will enter circulation. new coin launched following discussions with the ‘We Too Built Britain’ campaign 2.5 million “Diversity Built Britain” 50p coins will enter into circulation next week …
10:40 AM 19th October 2020
PM Statement On Negotiations With The EU: 16 October 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on negotiations with the EU. Good morning, We left the EU on January 31 and delivered on the largest democratic mandate in the history of this country. And since then we have been in a transition period obeying EU law, paying our fees – as a…
4:00 AM 17th October 2020
Italy Removed From Travel Corridor List And Crete Added To List For England
From 4am Sunday 18 October, people arriving in England from Italy will need to self-isolate. Italy, San Marino and Vatican City State removed from the travel corridor list this week  Greek island of Crete added to list for England, having been assessed by the Joint Biosecurity Centre as…
8:16 AM 15th October 2020
Liverpool City Region To Move Into 'Very High' Local COVID Alert Level Following Rise In Coronavirus Infections
From 14 October, Liverpool City Region will be placed onto the ‘Very High’ Local Covid Alert Level. Following discussions over the weekend, the government and local leaders have agreed the need for further action to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the Liverpool City Region. w80[From Wednesday, Liverpool City Region will be…
7:36 PM 12th October 2020
Yorkshire Lawyer Advises To Act Now To Take Advantage Of Stamp Duty Holiday
Yorkshire law firm, Switalskis Solicitors, has advised that those considering buying or selling residential properties should act quickly to avoid unnecessary stress further down the line, and potentially missing out on the Government’s stamp duty break. The temporary stamp duty holiday for residential properties worth up to £500k created a…
2:33 PM 12th October 2020
£257 Million To Save 1385 Theatres, Arts Venues, Museums And Cultural Organisations Across England
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden reveals details of cultural organisations across England receiving a share of £257 million Funding is the biggest tranche of money awarded so far from the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund Venues benefitting from funding include…
8:18 AM 12th October 2020
Coronavirus: Three Tier Alert Levels Announced
Prime minister Boris Johnson has announced a series of three new alert levels, but has ruled out a national lockdown. He said that evidence shows that "changing our behaviour" saves lives. Medium Alert Level : This covers most of the country. The Rule of Six continues, as does the 10pm curfew. High…
3:07 AM 12th October 2020
PM Call With President Macron: 10 October 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to President Macron of France this morning. The Prime Minister spoke to President Macron of France this morning. The leaders discussed the latest developments in the Coronavirus pandemic and the measures each country was taking to stop the spread of the virus. The Prime Minister then set out…
9:35 AM 10th October 2020
445 Heritage Organisations Saved By £103 Million Investment From Government
Culture Secretary announces a massive rescue package to protect our heritage, save jobs and prepare for a cultural bounceback Almost 450 heritage organisations in England have been awarded cash from the first round of the Culture Recovery Fund for Heritage Grants of up to £1…
2:14 AM 9th October 2020
Taskforce For Safe Return To Global Travel Launched
Taskforce will help us move towards safer, smoother international travel. work to begin with industry on how to safely reduce self-isolation period with testing taskforce will also consider a wide range of other measures to support the travel sector including developing a global framework to make travelling easier …
11:49 AM 8th October 2020
PM Call With President Of The European Council Charles Michel: 7 October 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to the President of the European Council Charles Michel. The UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson and the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, spoke today to take stock of negotiations on the future relationship between the UK and the EU. The Prime Minister outlined our clear…
10:09 PM 7th October 2020
Government Invests In UK-developed Antibody Tests From UK Rapid Test Consortium
The government has signed a deal with the UK Rapid Test Consortium (UK-RTC) for 1 million antibody tests, Health Minister Lord Bethell has announced today. Government has purchased 1 million antibody tests from the UK-RTC The British-made antibody testing kits will support nationwide…
7:36 PM 6th October 2020
PHE Statement On Delayed Reporting Of Covid-19 Cases
A technical issue, now resolved, resulted in cases between 25 September and 2 October not being included in the reported daily COVID-19 figures. Interim Chief Executive, PHE, Michael Brodie said: "A technical issue was identified overnight on Friday 2 October in the data load process that transfers COVID-19…
1:32 PM 5th October 2020
In Memoriam: Ruth Bader Ginsburg
US Supreme Court Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a champion of women’s rights and a beacon of hope in an otherwise uncertain political climate. She sadly passed away last week at the age of 87 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. As a prominent feminist and supporter of leftist reform Ginsburg’s…
8:11 AM 3rd October 2020
Turkey, Poland, Bonaire, St Eustatius And Saba Removed From England Travel Corridor Exempt List
People arriving in the UK from these destinations from 4am Saturday 3 October 2020 will need to self-isolate for 2 weeks. Turkey, Poland, Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba removed from list of travel corridors for England following data showing a significant increase in confirmed cases up to…
7:19 AM 2nd October 2020
Further Restrictions Confirmed In Parts Of The North East And North West In Response To Rising Infection Rates
New measures will be brought into law in the Liverpool City Region, Halton, Warrington, Hartlepool and Middlesbrough as incidence rates rise. Residents will be restricted by law from mixing with people outside their household in any indoor setting Bolton will be brought in line…
8:00 PM 1st October 2020
Prime Minister's Video Message For Black History Month
Image by Aaron Mervin from Pixabay
Prime Minister Boris Johnson recorded a video message to mark Black History Month. All this month, we’re celebrating the lives of black public servants who helped make the UK what it is. There are servicemen from the UK and Commonwealth who fought for and with Britain to defend democracy. Heroes like George Arthur…
7:54 AM 1st October 2020
Prime Minister's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 30 September 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement at the coronavirus press conference. When I spoke to you all last week I explained that the number of Covid patients going into hospital had doubled in a fortnight and I explained that the rate of infections was climbing steeply. I said that we faced the…
8:24 PM 30th September 2020
PM Call With President el-Sisi: 29 September 2020
The Prime Minister spoke to Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. They welcomed the strong partnership between the UK and Egypt on security and trade. The two leaders agreed to strengthen economic ties and looked forward to concluding a free-trade agreement as soon as possible. The Prime Minister and President Sisi shared their…
9:03 AM 30th September 2020
Denmark, Slovakia, Iceland And Curaçao Removed From UK Travel Corridor Exempt List
People arriving in the UK from these destinations from 4am Saturday 26 September 2020 will need to self-isolate for 2 weeks. Denmark, Iceland, Curaçao and Slovakia removed from list of travel corridors for UK arrivals, following data showing a significant increase in confirmed cases …
9:27 PM 25th September 2020
Opinion
Don't Dream It's Dover
Roger Winterbottom
Features Writer
Image by Will Heidelbach from Pixabay
As the Brexit negotiations near their endgame – what do you mean, you thought Brexit was done? – we have at last put in place measures to regain control of our borders. Yes, the new border between Kent and the rest of the UK should make things interesting, with Michael…
9:16 AM 25th September 2020
More Than 1 In 10 People In England Have Now Been Tested For Coronavirus
NHS Test and Trace has now reached almost half a million people, including those testing positive and their contacts, to slow the transmission of coronavirus in England. More than 1 in 10 people in England have been tested at least once since the service launched …
2:54 AM 25th September 2020
New Tough Measures To Tackle Modern Slavery In Supply Chains
The government is introducing powerful new measures to strengthen the landmark Modern Slavery Act 2015 and ensure that large businesses and public bodies tackle modern slavery risks in supply chains. In a world first, public bodies which have a budget of £36 million or more, including local authorities in England and…
7:15 PM 24th September 2020
Chancellor Outlines Winter Economy Plan
Rishi Sunak unveils government’s plan to protect jobs and support businesses over the coming months. central to plan is a new Job Support Scheme and extension of Self Employment Income Support Scheme and over one million businesses will get flexibilities to help pay…
3:46 AM 24th September 2020
Prime Minister's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 22 September 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus. Good evening, the struggle against covid is the single biggest crisis the world has faced in my lifetime. In less than a year this disease has killed almost a million people, and caused havoc to economies everywhere. Here in the UK we mourn every…
8:46 PM 22nd September 2020
Childcare To Be Exempt From Interhousehold Mixing Restrictions In Local Areas Of Intervention
Informal carers will be able to provide care for children and vulnerable adults in parts of the country with restrictions on interhousehold mixing Children under 14 will be able to be cared for by individuals outside of their immediate household as part of…
8:16 AM 22nd September 2020
PM Calls With Devolved Administrations: 21 September 2020
Earlier today, the Prime Minister had calls with the First Ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and the deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland about how coronavirus is spreading across the country. During these calls, the Prime Minister made clear that the rising infection rates are a cause for great…
4:44 PM 21st September 2020
The Colourful Month Of Autumn!
Jan Harris
Assistant Editor
Image by Giani Pralea from Pixabay
Does this mean that summer is nearly over and autumn finally here! Autumn Equinox 2020 in the Northern Hemisphere will be on Tuesday 22 September. So tomorrow, Tuesday 22 September is the first day of autumn according to the astronomical calendar, when the days are getting shorter and the nights…
6:32 AM 21st September 2020
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