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Covid-19 immunity could only last a few months – study

Covid-19 immunity could only last a few months – study

More than 95% of England’s population is unlikely to have the antibodies needed to protect them from coronavirus, data suggests.

Police investigate after Sir Keir Starmer involved in road accident with cyclist

Police investigate after Sir Keir Starmer involved in road accident with cyclist

A spokesman for the Labour leader said that ‘Keir was involved in a minor road traffic accident on Sunday’.

Tier-ing us apart: A guide to the coronavirus restrictions in England

Tier-ing us apart: A guide to the coronavirus restrictions in England

More than eight million people will be living under Tier 3 restrictions by the weekend.

Coronavirus outbreak at meat processing factory sees 140 test positive

Coronavirus outbreak at meat processing factory sees 140 test positive

It comes as workers at a Bernard Matthews turkey plant in Norfolk tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this month.

Fifty Tory MPs warn Johnson coronavirus could send North ‘into reverse’

Fifty Tory MPs warn Johnson coronavirus could send North ‘into reverse’

The Northern Research Group wants the Prime Minister to set out a ‘clear road-map’ out of lockdown and to develop an economic recovery plan.

91-year-old watches livestream of granddaughter’s wedding from Essex care home

91-year-old watches livestream of granddaughter’s wedding from Essex care home

Bride Kathryn said the livestream added an “extra exciting dimension” to her wedding day.

Europe losing control of Covid-19 transmission, world health official warns

Europe losing control of Covid-19 transmission, world health official warns

Spiralling transmission rates are turning Europe into an ‘epicentre’ of the disease, Dr Michael Ryan said.

What does finding water on the Moon mean?

What does finding water on the Moon mean?

Water is extremely important for deep space exploration.

Eight million people in England to face toughest coronavirus restrictions

Eight million people in England to face toughest coronavirus restrictions

Nottingham and Warrington will join Liverpool City Region, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and South Yorkshire in Tier 3 this week.

Man arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after young child dies in collision

Man arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after young child dies in collision

Officers were called to Ruislip, west London, just after 4pm on Sunday to reports of a collision involving a car and three pedestrians.

Nottingham and Warrington become latest areas to enter Tier 3

Nottingham and Warrington become latest areas to enter Tier 3

Tougher restrictions for Nottingham, Broxtowe, Gedling and Rushcliffe council areas will come into force on Thursday.

Water present on sunlit surface of the Moon, Nasa confirms

Water present on sunlit surface of the Moon, Nasa confirms

Astronauts could one day use this water to make rocket fuel.

Ryan Giggs opens up on being made to feel ‘different’ because of race

Ryan Giggs opens up on being made to feel ‘different’ because of race

The Wales manager said he had ‘no hesitation’ in taking the knee at recent international games.

Tory MP threatened and office vandalised after children’s free meals vote

Tory MP threatened and office vandalised after children’s free meals vote

Stuart Anderson said his family and constituency office staff had also been targeted.

Scientists create tongue-like surface using 3D printer

Scientists create tongue-like surface using 3D printer

The development could pave the way for a range of new possibilities.

William, Kate and the children get baking for Poppy Appeal

William, Kate and the children get baking for Poppy Appeal

During the lockdown, the Cambridges and their children made pasta meals and delivered them to elderly residents.

Johnson insists children will not go hungry at Christmas amid school meals row

Johnson insists children will not go hungry at Christmas amid school meals row

Boris Johnson promised to do ‘everything in our power’ to tackle holiday hunger after refusing to extend free school meals over the October half-term.

What support has already been given to help families in need?

What support has already been given to help families in need?

The Government insists it has been generous, but local government leaders say councils need more money.

Welsh Government will ‘learn lessons’ of communicating lockdown shopping rules

Welsh Government will ‘learn lessons’ of communicating lockdown shopping rules

Vaughan Gething said he recognised the ban on selling non-essential items was “difficult” and “hard for people to accept”.

Sturgeon not informed about potential harassment by Salmond, inquiry told

Sturgeon not informed about potential harassment by Salmond, inquiry told

Former permanent secretary Sir Peter Housen has given evidence to the Committee on the Scottish Government Handling of Harassment Complaints.

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