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Dame Julie Andrews leads tributes to ‘consummate actor’ Christopher Plummer

Dame Julie Andrews leads tributes to ‘consummate actor’ Christopher Plummer

The actor died at home on Friday.

Covid vaccine ‘failing to reach some home care recipients’

Covid vaccine ‘failing to reach some home care recipients’

Around a third of people cared for at home by CHD Care at home in Surrey and South London have been vaccinated.

Christopher Plummer: Shakespearean actor who disliked his best known role

Christopher Plummer: Shakespearean actor who disliked his best known role

The formidable film, television and theatre star has died aged 91.

Sophie decorates bird box in support of RNIB

Sophie decorates bird box in support of RNIB

The Countess of Wessex supports a number of organisations helping people with sight loss or impaired vision including Blind Veterans UK.

Some port workers return to Brexit inspection duties in NI

Some port workers return to Brexit inspection duties in NI

Staff had been withdrawn on Monday night amid safety concerns.

Raab criticises Russian expulsion of diplomats after attending Navalny rallies

Raab criticises Russian expulsion of diplomats after attending Navalny rallies

German, Polish and Swedish diplomats have been told by Moscow to leave the country.

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

Corby, Sandwell and Walsall are recording the highest rates.

Older pupils in Wales to return to school ‘part-time’, First Minister says

Older pupils in Wales to return to school ‘part-time’, First Minister says

Mark Drakeford said talks with education partners were due next week to plan a return to the classroom for older year groups.

Murrell will give more evidence to Alex Salmond inquiry committee

Murrell will give more evidence to Alex Salmond inquiry committee

The SNP chief executive and husband of Nicola Sturgeon will face MSPs on Monday.

Armed Forces’ presence in Wales doubles to support vaccine rollout

Armed Forces’ presence in Wales doubles to support vaccine rollout

An additional 96 personnel have been deployed.

Man jailed for murder of his partner’s baby son

Man jailed for murder of his partner’s baby son

Teddie Mitchell died in hospital on November 11 2019, aged 12 weeks.

Minutes show Sage warned ‘complete’ border closure needed to stop new variants

Minutes show Sage warned ‘complete’ border closure needed to stop new variants

Minutes from a meeting of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies revealed the advice given last month.

Many councils ‘fail to recognise youth violence as public health issue’

Many councils ‘fail to recognise youth violence as public health issue’

The Children’s Commissioner said teenagers will continue to die on England’s streets without a joined-up public health response to exploitation.

Study shows risk of new coronavirus variants emerging during chronic infection

Study shows risk of new coronavirus variants emerging during chronic infection

Researchers observed the virus mutating in the case of an immunocompromised patient treated with convalescent plasma.

Appeals over grades should be made to exam boards rather than schools – unions

Appeals over grades should be made to exam boards rather than schools – unions

The claim comes after the consultation by Ofqual and the Department for Education on A-level and GCSE assessment closed.

Emotional reunion for dog and owner after house fire

Emotional reunion for dog and owner after house fire

The pet was revived by firefighters after being rescued from the blaze in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

What Covid-19 vaccines does the UK have access to?

What Covid-19 vaccines does the UK have access to?

The Government has signed a deal to develop vaccines against future variants of coronavirus.

European Commission exploring ‘flexibilities’ in NI Protocol

European Commission exploring ‘flexibilities’ in NI Protocol

Ursula von der Leyen recognised particular concerns around the health certification of imported food products.

Half of UK adults should receive Covid-19 vaccine by May, Government says

Half of UK adults should receive Covid-19 vaccine by May, Government says

The announcement came as new research from Oxford University suggested its vaccine is effective at fighting the new UK coronavirus variant.

Captain Sir Tom Moore’s family plans quiet send-off after ‘good innings’

Captain Sir Tom Moore’s family plans quiet send-off after ‘good innings’

Sir Tom’s death on Tuesday prompted reaction from around the world.

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