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Nearly a quarter of bars, pubs and clubs yet to reopen after lockdown

Nearly a quarter of bars, pubs and clubs yet to reopen after lockdown

The latest market recovery report by CGA and AlixPartners has shown that nearly 27,000 licensed premises are yet to reopen.

Bank to hold rates as economy rebounds, but long-term scarring fears mount

Bank to hold rates as economy rebounds, but long-term scarring fears mount

The UK is expected to bounce back sharply in the third quarter after the eye-watering 20.4% contraction seen between April and June.

Government to blame for workers’ reluctance over office return, says Sorrell

Government to blame for workers’ reluctance over office return, says Sorrell

He criticised ministers for not doing enough to restore confidence in the safety of trains and buses.

Police clamp down on illegal gatherings as tighter restrictions loom

Police clamp down on illegal gatherings as tighter restrictions loom

From Monday, social gatherings in England will be limited to groups of six people.

Big increase in people using food banks because of virus crisis – report

Big increase in people using food banks because of virus crisis – report

The Trussell Trust said families with children are being hit the hardest during the pandemic.

‘Hidden health crisis’ of alcohol harm must be addressed, report warns

‘Hidden health crisis’ of alcohol harm must be addressed, report warns

The Commission on Alcohol Harm said alcohol is the leading risk factor for ill health, death and disability among people aged 15 to 49 in England.

Cost of no-deal Brexit on automotive industry revealed

Cost of no-deal Brexit on automotive industry revealed

A 10% tariff could be made on cars and up to 22% on vans and trucks, which would almost certainly need to be passed on to consumers, groups warned.

Zoos warn they face ‘existential’ threat unless Government acts now

Zoos warn they face ‘existential’ threat unless Government acts now

A promised rescue package has yet to reach the coffers of zoos and aquariums.

One in four university students ‘not positive about quality of online lessons’

One in four university students ‘not positive about quality of online lessons’

The findings come as students return to campus for the start of term after months of remote learning.

What the papers say – September 13

What the papers say – September 13

The UK’s rising coronavirus cases again features among the stories on Sunday’s front pages.

Concerns over rise in coronavirus cases in care homes

Concerns over rise in coronavirus cases in care homes

A letter has been sent to care bosses urging them to ‘take the necessary action to prevent and limit outbreaks’.

Boris Johnson’s Brexit plans under mounting criticism from across the spectrum

Boris Johnson’s Brexit plans under mounting criticism from across the spectrum

Senior Conservatives were not backing down on their rebellion against the Prime Minister’s plans.

Arcadia Group in U-turn to pay full salaries for staff facing redundancy

Arcadia Group in U-turn to pay full salaries for staff facing redundancy

A statement said: ‘We are extremely sorry to all those individuals impacted for the distress that we have caused and apologise unreservedly.’

Starmer: Labour to back PM’s Brexit plan if he addresses ‘substantial concerns’

Starmer: Labour to back PM’s Brexit plan if he addresses ‘substantial concerns’

Sir Keir said a free trade deal can still be struck with Brussels if negotiators from both sides hunker down in good faith and break the logjam’.

Plan for judges to be given power to impose whole life sentences on 18-year-olds

Plan for judges to be given power to impose whole life sentences on 18-year-olds

Ministers will publish proposals to change the law that prevented the accomplice in the Manchester Arena bombing from getting a whole life order.

Traditional pieces sung during Last Night of the Proms following controversy

Traditional pieces sung during Last Night of the Proms following controversy

The works were seen as controversial due to their perceived ties to imperialism

No 10 staff member calls Dunn spokesman ‘bad guy’ after cover-up allegation

No 10 staff member calls Dunn spokesman ‘bad guy’ after cover-up allegation

A Downing Street spokeswoman described the email as ‘inappropriate’.

Teenager faces £10,000 fine for having 50 guests at house party

Teenager faces £10,000 fine for having 50 guests at house party

If the 19-year-old from Nottinghamshire fails to pay or contests the fine he will appear before a court.

Typhoon jets intercept two Russian aircraft off Scottish Coast

Typhoon jets intercept two Russian aircraft off Scottish Coast

The Quick Reaction Alert Typhoons are currently based at former RAF Leuchars.

Guernsey church projects Pride colours in show of LGBTQ+ support

Guernsey church projects Pride colours in show of LGBTQ+ support

‘Supporting Pride is a great opportunity to show that the Town Church offers an inclusive welcome to all.’

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