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What is the science behind Covid-19 and schools?

What is the science behind Covid-19 and schools?

The Prime Minister has refused to guarantee that pupils will return to class before Easter.

Black Country Living Museum defies snow as ‘game-changer’ vaccine centre opens

Black Country Living Museum defies snow as ‘game-changer’ vaccine centre opens

The 26-acre museum is famous as a film-set for BBC hit Peaky Blinders.

What do Debenhams and Topshop deals mean for future of the high street?

What do Debenhams and Topshop deals mean for future of the high street?

Boohoo has secured a £55 million deal to buy the brands and website of Debenhams, but confirmed its stores will shut.

Four charged with damaging Colston statue ask for case to be held at crown court

Four charged with damaging Colston statue ask for case to be held at crown court

The case will next be heard on February 8.

PM refuses to be drawn on challenge to second Scottish independence referendum

PM refuses to be drawn on challenge to second Scottish independence referendum

Boris Johnson instead highlighted the AstraZeneca coronavirus jab as a prime example of the ‘strengths and advantages’ of the United Kingdom.

Farmer’s son to serve minimum of 28 years for murdering schoolboy

Farmer’s son to serve minimum of 28 years for murdering schoolboy

Matthew Mason, 20, admitted bludgeoning 15-year-old Alex Rodda to death.

Husband jailed for brutal murders of wife and pensioner days before Christmas

Husband jailed for brutal murders of wife and pensioner days before Christmas

Daniel Appleton, 38, has been jailed after bludgeoning the two women to death days before Christmas 2019.

More deadly and transmissible coronavirus variant is a ‘turn for the worse’

More deadly and transmissible coronavirus variant is a ‘turn for the worse’

Scientists have suggested the new coronavirus variant is associated with an increased risk of death.

Scientists urge ‘right tree in right place’ approach to restoring forests

Scientists urge ‘right tree in right place’ approach to restoring forests

Tree planting is seen as key to tackling climate change, but poorly planned and executed schemes can harm the environment, say experts.

Judge issues winding-up order against ‘rudderless ship’ Debenhams

Judge issues winding-up order against ‘rudderless ship’ Debenhams

A judge in the Insolvency and Companies Court said the Official Receiver now should assess the position.

UK sees ‘snowiest spell’ in two years as almost seven inches falls

UK sees ‘snowiest spell’ in two years as almost seven inches falls

More rain is forecast for the rest of the week, which could lead to flooding in some areas, the Met Office said.

Plant workers, security guards and chefs among highest Covid-19 death rates

Plant workers, security guards and chefs among highest Covid-19 death rates

Sewing machinists and home carers are some of the jobs with the highest rates for women.

Ministers told to slash drink-drive limit

Ministers told to slash drink-drive limit

A study claims the Government will be ‘forever criticised for being out of step’ if it does not change the law.

Johnson hints at lockdown easing as he faces pressure to reopen schools

Johnson hints at lockdown easing as he faces pressure to reopen schools

The Prime Minister said he was examining whether there could be relaxation before mid-February but refused to guarantee schools would open by Easter.

Four deny criminal damage following toppling of Colston statue in Bristol

Four deny criminal damage following toppling of Colston statue in Bristol

The bronze memorial to the 17th century slave merchant was pulled down during a Black Lives Matter protest.

In Pictures: Seaside leisure venues, shops and football clubs join vaccine drive

In Pictures: Seaside leisure venues, shops and football clubs join vaccine drive

Blackpool’s Winter Gardens complex, a former Wickes store in Mansfield and Barnet FC’s home ground are among the coronavirus vaccine venues in use.

Crown Court cases backlog rises to more than 500

Crown Court cases backlog rises to more than 500

Extra court space has been acquired at the International Convention Centre at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast.

Newlyweds, 90 and 86, get their Covid jabs at converted former DIY store

Newlyweds, 90 and 86, get their Covid jabs at converted former DIY store

Geoff Holland’s daughter Kathryn said it was fantastic that the love story could continue for her father and his bride, Jenny.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer self-isolating for third time

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer self-isolating for third time

He is due to remain at home until Monday.

Boris Johnson faces Tory pressure over school closures

Boris Johnson faces Tory pressure over school closures

The Prime Minister has been urged to set out how he will reintroduce face-to-face teaching.

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