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Lord Kilclooney denies racism following Kamala Harris tweet

Lord Kilclooney denies racism following Kamala Harris tweet

Northern Ireland’s First Minister Arlene Foster said a ‘real apology’ to the vice president elect-was due.

Public urged to ‘remain vigilant’ after vaccine milestone

Public urged to ‘remain vigilant’ after vaccine milestone

Leading doctors said it remains absolutely crucial that the current guidance is followed.

How could a Covid-19 vaccine get licensed for use in the UK?

How could a Covid-19 vaccine get licensed for use in the UK?

Regulatory hurdles need to cleared before the vaccine can be used on the general population.

Johnson facing defeat in Lords over contentious ‘law-breaking’ powers

Johnson facing defeat in Lords over contentious ‘law-breaking’ powers

The legislation sets out the way that trade within the UK will work once it is outside the EU’s single market and customs union.

Johnson says Biden win offers exciting chance of progress on climate change

Johnson says Biden win offers exciting chance of progress on climate change

Boris Johnson sought to build bridges with president-elect Joe Biden.

Sir John Major: Scottish voters could get two independence votes

Sir John Major: Scottish voters could get two independence votes

The former prime minister said refusing another ballot carried risks.

PM urges people in Liverpool to take part in mass coronavirus testing pilot

PM urges people in Liverpool to take part in mass coronavirus testing pilot

Lateral flow tests, with a turnaround time of under an hour, have been available since Friday.

Government plan to ban thousands of antique guns

Government plan to ban thousands of antique guns

The Government wants to stop them falling into the hands of criminals.

Church of England decisions on sexuality and marriage ‘could be made within two years’

Church of England decisions on sexuality and marriage ‘could be made within two years’

Bishops say decisions on questions around same-sex relationships must be made ‘with some urgency’.

Ministers locked in discussions on relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions

Ministers locked in discussions on relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions

The Stormont executive is considering allowing restaurants and cafes to reopen without alcohol being sold.

Parents ‘concerned about fake news but few showing children how to spot it’

Parents ‘concerned about fake news but few showing children how to spot it’

The research commissioned by online safety group Internet Matters found more than a third worry about youngsters seeing Covid-19 misinformation.

Tributes paid to man shot dead by police

Tributes paid to man shot dead by police

Graham Trinder, known as Tommy, died following an incident in Summers Street, Rodbourne, Swindon in the early hours of Sunday.

Manchester Arena attack victim’s mother demands urgency on security

Manchester Arena attack victim’s mother demands urgency on security

Martyn’s Law is in memory of Martyn Hett who was one of 22 victims in the suicide attack.

Coronavirus vaccines: Here is everything you need to know

Coronavirus vaccines: Here is everything you need to know

There are more than 200 coronavirus vaccine candidates being tested around the world.

NHS staff to receive Covid-19 tests twice a week

NHS staff to receive Covid-19 tests twice a week

NHS England confirmed the testing for asymptomatic patient-facing employees.

The UK must not ‘slacken its resolve’ despite vaccine news – Boris Johnson

The UK must not ‘slacken its resolve’ despite vaccine news – Boris Johnson

Pfizer said interim data showed its vaccine was more than 90% effective in preventing coronavirus infection.

Sunak: UK companies will be forced to reveal environmental impact by 2025

Sunak: UK companies will be forced to reveal environmental impact by 2025

Last year the Government adopted a commitment to ensure the UK is emissions net zero by 2050.

John Major: Move to override Brexit deal has ‘damaged’ UK’s global reputation

John Major: Move to override Brexit deal has ‘damaged’ UK’s global reputation

Ministers have admitted the UK Internal Market Bill will breach international law.

Heroic soldier ‘heartbroken’ as bravery questioned

Heroic soldier ‘heartbroken’ as bravery questioned

Deacon Cutterham was awarded the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross for picking up and hurling away a Taliban grenade in Helmand Province in 2011.

‘Logistical issues’ could occur with a vaccine that needs storage at -70C

‘Logistical issues’ could occur with a vaccine that needs storage at -70C

Experts have commented on the logistical issues behind the ultra low temperatures needed for the Pfizer/BioNtech vaccine.

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