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Government urges people to do their exercise and go home as restrictions ease

Government urges people to do their exercise and go home as restrictions ease

Senior Government Official Liz Canavan asked people to refrain from having picnics or lingering in outdoor spaces.

Life on the inside: 10 calorie-blitzing lockdown exercises

Life on the inside: 10 calorie-blitzing lockdown exercises

Here are 10 easy-to-follow body weight exercises that can help you to keep toned and trim at home.

The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

More than 175 workers have now died aiding the fight against the virus.

The Red Arrows will stay in Lincolnshire, MoD says

The Red Arrows will stay in Lincolnshire, MoD says

The famous RAF display team is set to move to RAF Waddington when its current base closes.

Coronavirus lockdown could be eased in Scotland from end of month

Coronavirus lockdown could be eased in Scotland from end of month

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the first phase of changes could take effect within days of the review date of May 28.

Coronavirus: Should I stay home if I’ve lost my sense of smell?

Coronavirus: Should I stay home if I’ve lost my sense of smell?

A loss of taste or smell, a high temperature or a cough should now trigger action to prevent the spread of the virus.

Harry Dunn case: Family suggests expelling diplomats to stand up to US ‘bully’

Harry Dunn case: Family suggests expelling diplomats to stand up to US ‘bully’

The teenager’s parents say they ‘feel very let down’ due to a ‘lack of developments’ from the Foreign Office.

In Pictures: Blooming shame – what you’re missing at the Chelsea Flower Show

In Pictures: Blooming shame – what you’re missing at the Chelsea Flower Show

The 2020 event has headed online but without the show gardens and celebrity fans on show.

Hiscox faces legal action from companies pursuing coronavirus payouts

Hiscox faces legal action from companies pursuing coronavirus payouts

Mishcon de Reya, the city law firm leading the case, says that over 400 policyholders have signed up with almost £40 million in claims.

Queen sends message of support to organisers of virtual Chelsea Flower Show

Queen sends message of support to organisers of virtual Chelsea Flower Show

The international horticultural event is a favourite with members of the royal family who attend every year.

Experts hail power of gardening as Chelsea Flower Show goes online

Experts hail power of gardening as Chelsea Flower Show goes online

The Queen has sent a message of support to the Royal Horticultural Society as it hosts its first ever ‘virtual Chelsea’ due to the pandemic.

Suicide prevention training landmark reached as lockdown sees surge in take-up

Suicide prevention training landmark reached as lockdown sees surge in take-up

More than a million people have taken the Zero Suicide Alliance’s online course since November 2017, including 545,000 in the last three weeks.

Twenty London stations to avoid if you want to stay away from crowds

Twenty London stations to avoid if you want to stay away from crowds

The Tube network is at its busiest from 5.45am to 8.15am and 4pm to 5.30pm.

Loss of smell or taste added to NHS Covid-19 symptoms list

Loss of smell or taste added to NHS Covid-19 symptoms list

The Government has been under pressure to update the symptoms list for coronavirus.

Broadcasters unite on guidelines to help TV productions return to work

Broadcasters unite on guidelines to help TV productions return to work

The guidelines aim to enable a safe working environment for the television industry during the pandemic.

William and Kate broadcast mental health radio message with celebrity supporters

William and Kate broadcast mental health radio message with celebrity supporters

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marked Mental Health Awareness Week with the radio message.

High Court ruling in latest stage of Johnny Depp libel claim against The Sun

High Court ruling in latest stage of Johnny Depp libel claim against The Sun

The Pirates Of The Caribbean star is suing News Group Newspapers and its executive editor, Dan Wootton.

Aldi partners with Deliveroo to trial grocery delivery service

Aldi partners with Deliveroo to trial grocery delivery service

The discount supermarket chain said it will launch the trial at its Daleside Road store in Nottingham.

HIV prevention trials so successful that study wrapped up early, GSK says

HIV prevention trials so successful that study wrapped up early, GSK says

Participants getting an injection once every two months were 69% less likely to get HIV.

UK-US trade deal would benefit ‘workers, consumers and farmers’ – Truss

UK-US trade deal would benefit ‘workers, consumers and farmers’ – Truss

The International Trade Secretary said there was particular progress in a number of areas.

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