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Van-Tam becomes latest top figure to self-isolate

Van-Tam becomes latest top figure to self-isolate

Health Secretary Matt Hancock appeared alone at a No 10 briefing as other experts were self-isolating.

Former top official contradicts Priti Patel’s defence to bullying inquiry

Former top official contradicts Priti Patel’s defence to bullying inquiry

She was advised not to shout and swear at staff the month after her appointment, he claims.

Earl Spencer says he is ‘not at all satisfied’ with BBC’s Panorama inquiry

Earl Spencer says he is ‘not at all satisfied’ with BBC’s Panorama inquiry

He said that ‘Lord Dyson must be free to examine every aspect of this matter’.

Second peak ‘flattening’ but public urged to keep resolve in coronavirus fight

Second peak ‘flattening’ but public urged to keep resolve in coronavirus fight

Matt Hancock said it is still too early to say what contact people will be able to have over Christmas.

Deaths involving Covid-19 in the UK pass 70,000

Deaths involving Covid-19 in the UK pass 70,000

The wider death toll is more than 15,000 higher than the Government’s preferred measure.

Manhunt continues for suspect in teacher murder

Manhunt continues for suspect in teacher murder

Caroline Kayll died after she was attacked at an address in Linton, Northumberland, on Sunday.

Covid-19 vaccination ‘may start for all adults by end of January’

Covid-19 vaccination ‘may start for all adults by end of January’

Leaked draft plans seen by the Health Service Journal say vaccination could be completed by April.

Mum who faked ovarian cancer in £45,000 fraud found guilty

Mum who faked ovarian cancer in £45,000 fraud found guilty

Nicole Elkabbas scammed well-wishers out of tens of thousands of pounds which she splurged on shopping trips, her trial heard

Trials for AstraZeneca’s new Covid-19 antibody treatment set to begin in the UK

Trials for AstraZeneca’s new Covid-19 antibody treatment set to begin in the UK

The treatment is aimed at those with weakened immune system who cannot be vaccinated.

Landlords approve rescue deal for Clarks shoe shops

Landlords approve rescue deal for Clarks shoe shops

The business launched a company voluntary arrangement earlier this month.

Campaigners call for review of coronavirus fines

Campaigners call for review of coronavirus fines

Human rights groups have written to 10 police forces they claim have the ‘worst record of discrimination’ under lockdown powers.

Stalker who kidnapped and murdered his ex-girlfriend jailed for life

Stalker who kidnapped and murdered his ex-girlfriend jailed for life

Andrew Pearson, 45, lay in wait for Natalie Harker and dragged her to his woodland hideout near her home in North Yorkshire.

PM must introduce independent process to hold ministers to account – FDA

PM must introduce independent process to hold ministers to account – FDA

Ministers are usually expected to resign if they breach the ministerial code.

Satellite firm OneWeb out of bankruptcy as shared UK takeover deal is complete

Satellite firm OneWeb out of bankruptcy as shared UK takeover deal is complete

The UK Government won a joint bid with India’s Bharti Global for a ‘significant equity stake’ in the firm in July.

No disagreements between UK nations on Christmas plan – Welsh First Minister

No disagreements between UK nations on Christmas plan – Welsh First Minister

Mark Drakeford said a country-wide plan is still being worked on.

Microplastics found in snow and water close to summit of Mount Everest

Microplastics found in snow and water close to summit of Mount Everest

Microplastics were found on the Balcony of Mount Everest – representing the highest recorded microplastics ever.

Rebekah Vardy wins first round in ‘Wagatha Christie’ libel battle

Rebekah Vardy wins first round in ‘Wagatha Christie’ libel battle

The judge said ‘the element of suspense introduced by the multiple dots seems to me designed to raise expectations of a dramatic revelation’.

Mark Drakeford: No room for further relaxation of coronavirus rules

Mark Drakeford: No room for further relaxation of coronavirus rules

Wales’ First Minister said the country’s firebreak had been a success, though current national measures would remain in place for the next fortnight.

Timeline of events in Priti Patel bullying inquiry

Timeline of events in Priti Patel bullying inquiry

The Prime Minister has decided the Home Secretary’s behaviour did not breach the ministerial code.

EU chief hails ‘better progress’ in post-Brexit trade talks

EU chief hails ‘better progress’ in post-Brexit trade talks

Ursula von der Leyen said there had been ‘more movement’ but ‘time pressure is high’ if they were to get a deal by the end of the year.

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