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Welsh firebreak lockdown has succeeded, Mark Drakeford says

Welsh firebreak lockdown has succeeded, Mark Drakeford says

The 17-day firebreak was criticised by UK Government ministers before Boris Johnson announced England’s own lockdown.

Restored landscapes could teem with wildlife, conservationists say

Restored landscapes could teem with wildlife, conservationists say

Plans for 10 landscape recovery projects across England have been unveiled by the Government.

Public will need to respect social distancing at Christmas, says Hancock

Public will need to respect social distancing at Christmas, says Hancock

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said it was the Government’s aim to allow people to meet up after what has been a ‘terrible year’.

Police name law student, 18, who died after collapsing at university

Police name law student, 18, who died after collapsing at university

Tributes have been paid to Megan Pollitt, from Rugby in Warwickshire, following her death.

Tories rally in support of Priti Patel amid bullying inquiry

Tories rally in support of Priti Patel amid bullying inquiry

Labour accused Boris Johnson of presiding over a ‘cover-up’ after it emerged that a fact-finding report into her behaviour will not be made public.

Actor Ricky Tomlinson reveals brother has died from Covid-19

Actor Ricky Tomlinson reveals brother has died from Covid-19

The Royle Family star has urged people in Liverpool to get tested for coronavirus.

UK debt hits £2.08 trillion after highest October borrowing on record

UK debt hits £2.08 trillion after highest October borrowing on record

The Office for National Statistics said borrowing, excluding state-owned banks, reached £22.3 billion in October.

Retail sales up by 1.2% in October despite local restrictions

Retail sales up by 1.2% in October despite local restrictions

Figures show that sales grew for the sixth consecutive month.

Scientists take to TikTok to explain how vaccines work

Scientists take to TikTok to explain how vaccines work

A group led by researchers and clinicians called Team Halo is using TikTok to help ‘reassure’ users of the safety of vaccines.

Man questioned over 1974 Birmingham pub bombings released

Man questioned over 1974 Birmingham pub bombings released

West Midlands Police said he was interviewed under caution at a police station in Northern Ireland.

British Gas workers to vote on strikes in pay and conditions dispute

British Gas workers to vote on strikes in pay and conditions dispute

The GMB union warned that industrial action could be held over Christmas if there is a yes vote.

Priti Patel’s torrid time in the spotlight

Priti Patel’s torrid time in the spotlight

Accusations of bullying and difficulties controlling Britain’s borders have dogged the Home Secretary.

What the papers say – November 20

What the papers say – November 20

Good news about Covid-19 vaccines leads Friday’s national papers.

‘Outrageous’ year-long wait for Andrew to speak to US authorities, says lawyer

‘Outrageous’ year-long wait for Andrew to speak to US authorities, says lawyer

The Duke of York stepped away from public life after his controversial Newsnight interview about his friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Toughest coronavirus restrictions in Scotland to be imposed on 11 council areas

Toughest coronavirus restrictions in Scotland to be imposed on 11 council areas

Non-essential shops, hospitality, gyms and beauty salons will be among the businesses forced to close in these areas until December 11.

High Court to rule on meaning of Coleen Rooney’s posts about Rebekah Vardy

High Court to rule on meaning of Coleen Rooney’s posts about Rebekah Vardy

Mrs Vardy has been accused of leaking ‘false stories’ about Mrs Rooney.

Commercial barges ‘should be part of PM’s green industrial revolution’

Commercial barges ‘should be part of PM’s green industrial revolution’

Commercial barge deliveries from the Humber to Leeds have been restored.

Intruder smashes through London police station counter screen

Intruder smashes through London police station counter screen

The building will remain closed overnight.

Sunak considers new public sector pay cap to shore up public finances

Sunak considers new public sector pay cap to shore up public finances

Chancellor faces union fury amid reports awards to be held to at or below inflation for 5 million workers.

Covid rates plateauing but restrictions should remain after lockdown – expert

Covid rates plateauing but restrictions should remain after lockdown – expert

Downing Street has suggested families should be able to meet up after a ‘difficult year’.

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