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UK nations meet to discuss ‘mass migration’ of students at Christmas

UK nations meet to discuss ‘mass migration’ of students at Christmas

Welsh education minister Kirsty Williams said asking students to self-isolate was being ‘actively considered’.

Hospitality groups launch legal action against Scottish Government

Hospitality groups launch legal action against Scottish Government

The move comes after restrictions on the industry were extended for a further week.

Charles welcomes Iraqi prime minister to Clarence House

Charles welcomes Iraqi prime minister to Clarence House

The prince met with Mustafa al-Kadhimi, who took over as prime minister in May.

Nearly half of people do not fully understand lockdown rules, study finds

Nearly half of people do not fully understand lockdown rules, study finds

The study of more than 70,000 people also found that understanding of the rules was lower in England than in both Wales and Scotland.

Cafe wins legal battle to stay open under coronavirus rules

Cafe wins legal battle to stay open under coronavirus rules

Lawyers for Eusebi Deli in Glasgow’s west end said the court agreed its premises meet the legal definition of ‘cafe’.

Banksy artwork removed from wall of community centre and put up for auction

Banksy artwork removed from wall of community centre and put up for auction

Gorilla In A Pink Mask appeared on a wall in Eastville, Bristol, in 2001 and was painted over in 2011 but has now been removed and restored.

Urgent appeal launched by Big Issue amid fall in sales

Urgent appeal launched by Big Issue amid fall in sales

Sales of the magazine have suffered as a result of the virus crisis.

900-year-old coin found in farmer’s field could sell for up to £7,000

900-year-old coin found in farmer’s field could sell for up to £7,000

The penny was issued between 1139 and 1148 during a period of civil war in England.

The new coronavirus support package: How does it compare to other schemes?

The new coronavirus support package: How does it compare to other schemes?

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled his latest scheme to help workers suffering due to the economic impact of coronavirus.

Combination of measures ‘shows greatest effect reducing Covid-19 transmission’

Combination of measures ‘shows greatest effect reducing Covid-19 transmission’

Researchers say that a comprehensive package of measures – similar to a lockdown – could reduce the R number by 52%.

Off-duty paramedic gives CPR to his wife after she collapses at home

Off-duty paramedic gives CPR to his wife after she collapses at home

The family are encouraging people to learn how to perform CPR.

Sewage tests successfully detect coronavirus to reveal local hotspots – Defra

Sewage tests successfully detect coronavirus to reveal local hotspots – Defra

22% of the population is currently covered by the programme, with plans to roll it out further.

Don’t put back the clocks amid Covid-19 challenges, urges Squeeze star

Don’t put back the clocks amid Covid-19 challenges, urges Squeeze star

Chris Difford believes an extra hour of daylight in the afternoons would help people’s mental health during the pressures of Covid-19.

Harry Dunn’s alleged killer applies to dismiss US civil claim

Harry Dunn’s alleged killer applies to dismiss US civil claim

Anne Sacoolas’s lawyers previously admitted she was driving on the wrong side of the road before the crash in Northamptonshire in August last year.

NHS Test and Trace performance continues to slump

NHS Test and Trace performance continues to slump

Data shows 15.1% of people tested at a centre for Covid-19 in England got their result back in 24 hours.

Art by blind veterans to go under the e-hammer

Art by blind veterans to go under the e-hammer

The unique pieces were created by former servicemen and servicewomen as part of their rehabilitation.

Pianist to highlight musicians’ plight with special York Minster concert

Pianist to highlight musicians’ plight with special York Minster concert

Ke Ma will play Debussy and Chopin at the famous cathedral on Thursday evening.

Jacob Rees-Mogg channels Peppa Pig to praise World Puddle Jumping Championships

Jacob Rees-Mogg channels Peppa Pig to praise World Puddle Jumping Championships

The Commons Leader said the event is a ‘brilliant idea’.

Germany requires UK visitors to quarantine or take coronavirus test

Germany requires UK visitors to quarantine or take coronavirus test

Those who are tested on arrival must self-isolate until they receive their result.

Sunak pledges billions to support firms and workers hit by coronavirus restrictions

Sunak pledges billions to support firms and workers hit by coronavirus restrictions

The Chancellor said he hoped the support would help the country in ‘pulling together’ over the coming months.

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