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PM sees ‘nothing in the data’ to halt easing of coronavirus lockdown

PM sees ‘nothing in the data’ to halt easing of coronavirus lockdown

The Prime Minister acknowledged cases could again spiral as restrictions are relaxed.

Young navy officer inspired by grandfathers who served on opposite sides

Young navy officer inspired by grandfathers who served on opposite sides

Sub Lieutenant Ben Hoffmeister, 23, from Oxford, is following in the footsteps of the two men in pursuing a life at sea.

Free rapid tests for employees to be extended as lockdown is eased

Free rapid tests for employees to be extended as lockdown is eased

Widespread testing is seen as a key measure to keep Covid-19 under control as the lockdown is eased in England.

Eating disorder charity warns against social media adverts for body-editing apps

Eating disorder charity warns against social media adverts for body-editing apps

Seed said it has seen a 68% increase in 10–19-year-olds seeking help.

Arlene Foster receives her first Covid-19 vaccine

Arlene Foster receives her first Covid-19 vaccine

Northern Ireland’s First Minister got an AstraZeneca jab from a GP in her constituency.

New business founder ‘over the moon’ after pandemic forced career switch

New business founder ‘over the moon’ after pandemic forced career switch

‘It’s been so much fun,’ said Keenan Crowe.

Strictly duo salute charity dancer Irene, 91

Strictly duo salute charity dancer Irene, 91

Irene Slavinski, from Cheadle Hulme, Greater Manchester, is raising money for Help for Heroes in honour of her late husband Peter.

Prime Minister brands violence towards police in Bristol ‘disgraceful’

Prime Minister brands violence towards police in Bristol ‘disgraceful’

Home Secretary Priti Patel said it was clear that ‘thugs’ had been intent on causing trouble at a demonstration in the city.

Unfettered international travel ‘risks undoing vaccine progress’

Unfettered international travel ‘risks undoing vaccine progress’

Dr Mike Tildesley, a member of the Spi-M modelling group which advises the Government, has said airport testing needs to be ‘much more efficient’.

Wagamama to reopen around half its restaurants for outdoor dining on April 12

Wagamama to reopen around half its restaurants for outdoor dining on April 12

The noodle and katsu chain revealed that 72 of its eateries will be able to open for al fresco dining from April 12.

Wagamama: Full list of restaurants to reopen for al fresco dining

Wagamama: Full list of restaurants to reopen for al fresco dining

The chain is set to reopen its remaining sites for indoor dining when restrictions are eased further on May 17.

Chancellor must use ‘more measured language’ around reopenings, scientist warns

Chancellor must use ‘more measured language’ around reopenings, scientist warns

Dr Mike Tildesley responded to Rishi Sunak urging people to ‘get out there’ when hospitality reopens.

Man charged with murder following fatal stabbing in west London

Man charged with murder following fatal stabbing in west London

Renato Geci, 21, died after being found seriously injured in Hounslow.

Ten arrested amid violence at third Kill the Bill demonstration in Bristol

Ten arrested amid violence at third Kill the Bill demonstration in Bristol

More than 1,000 people protested against the Government’s new Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill.

Government announces £500m pandemic mental health plan

Government announces £500m pandemic mental health plan

The new strategy will target groups worst hit by the Covid crisis.

Crackdown on ‘online free-for-all’ of pension scam adverts needed, say MPs

Crackdown on ‘online free-for-all’ of pension scam adverts needed, say MPs

Online publishers should be required to ensure that financial promotions are authorised, the Work and Pensions Committee said.

Johnson urged to start sharing coronavirus vaccines with poorer nations

Johnson urged to start sharing coronavirus vaccines with poorer nations

Charities say the UK is ‘one of the world’s highest per-capita buyers’ of vaccines.

Clocks going forward can boost wellbeing but damage performance, expert says

Clocks going forward can boost wellbeing but damage performance, expert says

The clocks will go forward at 1am on Sunday March 28 to mark the beginning of British Summer Time.

What the papers say – March 27

What the papers say – March 27

Brighter news on Britain’s emergence from the pandemic and dramas in Scottish politics lead several of the nation’s papers.

UK landmarks to switch off lights for Earth Hour

UK landmarks to switch off lights for Earth Hour

The lights will go off at famous buildings and structures across the country between 8.30pm and 9.30pm on Saturday.

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