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Johnson says ‘seasons of hope’ are approaching as he sets out lockdown road map

Johnson says ‘seasons of hope’ are approaching as he sets out lockdown road map

He accepted that scientific modelling suggested that lifting measures will increase Covid-19 cases and ultimately deaths.

Doorbell cameras capture bright fireball lighting up sky over Canada

Doorbell cameras capture bright fireball lighting up sky over Canada

The fireball, which flew over Western Canada just after 6am, was likely caused by a meteor.

Arlene Foster hopes Stormont Executive will ‘revisit’ school opening dates

Arlene Foster hopes Stormont Executive will ‘revisit’ school opening dates

The First Minister said she wants to give people optimism on Monday when Northern Ireland’s pathway out of lockdown is revealed.

Former Stoke manager credits in-pod TVs as ‘biggest help of all’ during lockdown

Former Stoke manager credits in-pod TVs as ‘biggest help of all’ during lockdown

The ex-Scotland international opened the shelter in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, 2016.

Professor Chris Whitty urges public to stick to the rules as lockdown is eased

Professor Chris Whitty urges public to stick to the rules as lockdown is eased

England’s chief medical officer said people aged 50 and under do still get severely ill with Covid, suggesting the vaccination programme needed time.

Salmond: Malicious and concerted attempt to remove me from public life

Salmond: Malicious and concerted attempt to remove me from public life

Alex Salmond names people he alleges to have been part of efforts to damage his reputation.

Nasa unveils video captured by Perseverance as it landed on Mars

Nasa unveils video captured by Perseverance as it landed on Mars

The agency also released new images the rover took on the Martian surface.

What are the plans for reopening schools and colleges in England?

What are the plans for reopening schools and colleges in England?

Secondary school students will be asked to take part in regular asymptomatic Covid-19 testing when they return.

Sturgeon: Salmond has no evidence to back up conspiracy claims

Sturgeon: Salmond has no evidence to back up conspiracy claims

The former first minister is alleging his successor has misled Parliament and breached the ministerial code.

University students on practical courses set to return for in-person teaching

University students on practical courses set to return for in-person teaching

University leaders welcomed the Government’s road map for easing lockdown restrictions in England.

Car industry hits out at road map for reopening showrooms

Car industry hits out at road map for reopening showrooms

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday that non-essential retail venues will not be allowed to reopen until April 12 at the earliest.

Beauty industry calls for funding to survive last few weeks of lockdown

Beauty industry calls for funding to survive last few weeks of lockdown

A consortium of industry bodies are calling for a £500 million Government support package and a cut to VAT.

Northern Ireland’s route map out of lockdown ‘slow and steady’ – O’Neill

Northern Ireland’s route map out of lockdown ‘slow and steady’ – O’Neill

Stormont leaders are due to unveil their exit strategy next Monday.

Coronavirus will not be wiped out, expert suggests

Coronavirus will not be wiped out, expert suggests

The comments come after Boris Johnson said there was no route to a credible zero-Covid Britain

WhatsApp to disable messaging for users who do not accept new terms after May 15

WhatsApp to disable messaging for users who do not accept new terms after May 15

Facebook-owned app was thrown into disarray after previous attempt to update terms and conditions were met with confusion and concern.

‘End in sight’ for lockdown as Boris Johnson sets out four-stage plan

‘End in sight’ for lockdown as Boris Johnson sets out four-stage plan

June 21 could mark the stage when England’s restrictions are finally lifted.

Mixing indoors from May 17 at the earliest, while ministers will review hugging

Mixing indoors from May 17 at the earliest, while ministers will review hugging

Indoor gatherings of six people will not be permitted until Step 3 – not before May 17.

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

A total of 267 out of 315 local authorities have recorded a fall in coronavirus case rates, with 43 seeing a rise in numbers.

‘Impossible’ to trade profitably outdoors in April warn pub bosses amid road map

‘Impossible’ to trade profitably outdoors in April warn pub bosses amid road map

Pub, restaurants and other hospitality operators will be able to serve customers outside from April 12 at the earliest.

Secondary school and college pupils face regular rapid Covid-19 tests at home

Secondary school and college pupils face regular rapid Covid-19 tests at home

Older children and staff are being advised to wear face coverings in classrooms were social distancing cannot occur.

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