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Oxford transmission data ‘will help us out of pandemic’, Hancock says

Oxford transmission data ‘will help us out of pandemic’, Hancock says

There is still concern that new variants of coronavirus – which reduce the effectiveness of vaccines – could slow things down.

Hundreds of coronavirus vaccines wasted after fridge switched off

Hundreds of coronavirus vaccines wasted after fridge switched off

Around 450 doses of the Pfizer jab had to be binned following a ‘power-related issue’ with a fridge at Montgomery Hall in Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham.

New Asda owners agree £3.5bn debt deal and petrol stations sale

New Asda owners agree £3.5bn debt deal and petrol stations sale

The Issa brothers and TDR said they also plan to sell some of Asda’s distribution network to property investors.

Carol Vorderman: Captain Sir Tom Moore ‘deserves stone in Westminster Abbey’

Carol Vorderman: Captain Sir Tom Moore ‘deserves stone in Westminster Abbey’

She said the nation had ‘fallen in love with Captain Tom’.

Calf born through embryo transfer gives hope to rare semi-wild cattle breed

Calf born through embryo transfer gives hope to rare semi-wild cattle breed

Native livestock breeds are as much a part of biodiversity as wild animals, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust says.

Love Island’s Dr Alex George speaks of new role as youth mental health adviser

Love Island’s Dr Alex George speaks of new role as youth mental health adviser

Dr George said there is still a stigma about mental health issues but people should be prepared to discuss their problems.

‘Forensic focus’ needed to deliver Crossrail on time and on budget, report warns

‘Forensic focus’ needed to deliver Crossrail on time and on budget, report warns

The new railway is four years behind schedule.

Santander warns of cost-cutting action as profits plunge 44%

Santander warns of cost-cutting action as profits plunge 44%

The banking group warned of further possible job losses and branch closures as it posted UK pre-tax profits of £552m for 2020.

Northern Ireland’s leaders condemn north Belfast murder

Northern Ireland’s leaders condemn north Belfast murder

A man died following a shooting in Cliftonville Road on Tuesday night.

‘Decisive action’ after reported social distancing breach by Sandhurst cadets

‘Decisive action’ after reported social distancing breach by Sandhurst cadets

Nearly 50 positive cases haven apparently been recorded among trainees and staff at the military academy in Berkshire.

Life in lockdown: How to make sure your home office is working for you

Life in lockdown: How to make sure your home office is working for you

Dedicating a small amount of time per week to ensuring clutter stays at a minimum will optimise any space you do have.

Hancock condemns ‘pathetic’ catcaller after Chris Whitty insulted in street

Hancock condemns ‘pathetic’ catcaller after Chris Whitty insulted in street

The chief medical officer was repeatedly called a ‘liar’ in a video posted to TikTok.

Missing hiker’s partner says she would not have voluntarily disappeared

Missing hiker’s partner says she would not have voluntarily disappeared

Esther Dingley went missing while walking solo in the Pyrenees on November 22, and there has been no sign of her despite a major search.

UK and EU to meet Northern Ireland leaders amid protocol furore

UK and EU to meet Northern Ireland leaders amid protocol furore

Post-Brexit inspections on goods entering Northern Ireland from Great Britain have been suspended amid concerns over the safety of officials.

Slump in roaming drives Vodafone revenues lower amid pandemic

Slump in roaming drives Vodafone revenues lower amid pandemic

The company told investors that total revenues declined by 4.7% to 11.2bn euros (£9.9bn) for the third quarter of its current financial year.

Funeral arranger urges ‘recognition and reward’ for sector efforts amid pandemic

Funeral arranger urges ‘recognition and reward’ for sector efforts amid pandemic

Tracie Sharp said the funeral sector can be a ‘taxing environment’ when supporting bereaved loved ones.

Online traffic for advice with rodent problems jumps 37%

Online traffic for advice with rodent problems jumps 37%

Experts suggest part of the increase can be attributed to warmer weather, which can create favourable conditions for rats and mice.

What the papers say – February 3

What the papers say – February 3

Pictures of Captain Sir Tom Moore, who raised millions for charity, feature on many of the nation’s front pages.

Captain Sir Tom Moore: Charities vow his legacy will live on ‘for years to come’

Captain Sir Tom Moore: Charities vow his legacy will live on ‘for years to come’

The charity fundraiser died at the age of 100 on Tuesday

Oxford vaccine reduces transmission of coronavirus, study suggests

Oxford vaccine reduces transmission of coronavirus, study suggests

Before these results, little was known about how effective the Covid-19 vaccines were at preventing transmission of the disease.

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