Home   News   National   Archive

National news

Delta variant cases doubling every 4.5 days in parts of England, PHE says

Delta variant cases doubling every 4.5 days in parts of England, PHE says

Public Health England said that 42,323 cases of the Delta variant that originated in India have been confirmed in the UK.

Professor ‘delighted’ with honour after putting in ‘many hours’ during pandemic

Professor ‘delighted’ with honour after putting in ‘many hours’ during pandemic

Linda Bauld has been made an OBE ‘for services to guiding public health response to and public understanding of Covid-19’.

Boy, 15, dies after stabbing in London

Boy, 15, dies after stabbing in London

Cordons remain in place at the scene.

Holiday prices slashed in amber destinations

Holiday prices slashed in amber destinations

People returning to the UK from amber destinations must self-isolate at home for 10 days.

One in eight adults planning trip abroad this summer – ONS

One in eight adults planning trip abroad this summer – ONS

Younger age groups were more likely to be planning a trip, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Chief medical officer among Northern Ireland stalwarts to be honoured

Chief medical officer among Northern Ireland stalwarts to be honoured

There was also recognition for figures from the worlds of sport, law and policing.

New Indiana Jones film lights up night sky at historic castle

New Indiana Jones film lights up night sky at historic castle

Bamburgh Castle in Northumberland is the backdrop for another dramatic chapter in the famous archaeologist’s story.

Vaccines minister admits Pfizer supplies tight, but UK on track for jab target

Vaccines minister admits Pfizer supplies tight, but UK on track for jab target

Pfizer said in a statement that the company was ‘working relentlessly’ to support the rollout of coronavirus vaccination campaigns worldwide.

Nearly 30,000 more Indian variant cases confirmed in the UK

Nearly 30,000 more Indian variant cases confirmed in the UK

Growth rates for Delta cases are high across all parts of the country, figures show.

Harry Dunn’s mother hopes Biden takes different view on case given personal ties

Harry Dunn’s mother hopes Biden takes different view on case given personal ties

Charlotte Charles said she was ‘incredibly grateful’ the case was so high on the agenda.

Tributes paid to ‘inimitable’ campaigner who challenged ban on assisted dying

Tributes paid to ‘inimitable’ campaigner who challenged ban on assisted dying

Noel Conway, 71, died on Wednesday at his Shropshire home.

Zahawi urges against ‘squandering hard-fought gains’ as June 21 lifting in doubt

Zahawi urges against ‘squandering hard-fought gains’ as June 21 lifting in doubt

Ministers are considering a four-week delay to what some are calling ‘freedom day’, it has been reported.

Young boss of bottling company honoured for producing hand sanitiser

Young boss of bottling company honoured for producing hand sanitiser

Rhys Mallows repurposed his business at the start of the pandemic.

Pop star, female finance chief, whisky writer and health leaders honoured

Pop star, female finance chief, whisky writer and health leaders honoured

Others among the 47 recipients connected to Scotland include education leaders for their efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic.

How does the British honours system work?

How does the British honours system work?

The system is steeped in history and not without controversy.

Road safety campaigner dedicates MBE to son who died in smart motorway accident

Road safety campaigner dedicates MBE to son who died in smart motorway accident

Meera Naran revealed her sadness at not being able to tell her son eight-year-old son, Dev, who was killed on the M6 in 2018.

Covid-19 vaccine pioneers celebrated in Queen’s Birthday Honours list

Covid-19 vaccine pioneers celebrated in Queen’s Birthday Honours list

Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine mastermind Professor Sarah Gilbert and the former head of the UK vaccine taskforce Kate Bingham are being recognised.

Former Lloyds boss knighted after turning around bank’s fortunes

Former Lloyds boss knighted after turning around bank’s fortunes

Antonio Horta-Osorio revived the bank during his decade at the helm and has also become an advocate for mental health at work.

Parole Board chief made CBE for work promoting transparency

Parole Board chief made CBE for work promoting transparency

Martin Jones has been in the role since 2015.

Veteran football manager left humbled by MBE honour

Veteran football manager left humbled by MBE honour

David Jeffrey is to be honoured for his contribution to football and community relations in Northern Ireland.

Close This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.Learn More