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Tube drivers must be given protective gear, demands union

Tube drivers must be given protective gear, demands union

Aslef said its members working on the London Underground are risking their own safety to provide a service for essential workers.

WH Smith to raise cash to get it through Covid-19 crisis

WH Smith to raise cash to get it through Covid-19 crisis

The high street retailer said it has seen a ‘substantial downturn in economic activity’ as a result of the virus.

Domestic abuse calls up 25% in coronavirus lockdown – charity

Domestic abuse calls up 25% in coronavirus lockdown – charity

Visits to the National Domestic Abuse Helpline website were up by around 150%.

Mirror, Express and Mail owners cut staff wages amid virus impact

Mirror, Express and Mail owners cut staff wages amid virus impact

The Daily Mail General Trust (DMGT) and Reach, which owns the Mirror and Express, have been heavily hit by advertising and circulation falls.

EasyJet founder warns airline could ‘run out of money by August’

EasyJet founder warns airline could ‘run out of money by August’

Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou also called on the company to remove chief finance officer Andrew Findlay.

Shoppers urged to support UK fishermen as export markets dry up

Shoppers urged to support UK fishermen as export markets dry up

As the British seafood industry struggles with the impact of coronavirus, more locally caught fish could end up on our plates.

Airline Norwegian hit by 61% fall in passenger numbers in March

Airline Norwegian hit by 61% fall in passenger numbers in March

The Scandinavian carrier reduced its flight schedule several times in response to the collapse in demand caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

What the papers say – April 6

What the papers say – April 6

Boris Johnson’s hospital stay leads Monday’s papers.

New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

The gadget has been tested on 21 participants.

Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

The news broke just over an hour after the Queen made a televised address to the nation in which she thanked those staying at home.

‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

Anonymous user data shared with the Evergreen Health app shows which parts of the country are apparently worst at staying in doors.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

Sir Keir appointed his top team on Sunday afternoon, but will continue the appointments on Monday.

Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

Healthcare workers are struggling in an alien environment where people will die without relatives by their bedsides, warns senior nurse.

Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

Her appointment as Chief medical officer for Scotland came after more than two decades of work in the health service.

Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

Boris Johnson was admitted to hospital for tests as his coronavirus symptoms persist, Downing Street said.

Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

Sir Keir Starmer, Jeremy Clarkson and Jonathan Van Ness were among those who tweeted their approval for her address.

Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

Dr Catherine Calderwood apologised and was backed by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to remain in the role despite twice visiting her second home.

What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

The Prime Minister was transferred to hospital as a “precautionary measure” on the advice of his doctor, according to Number 10.

Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

The Prime Minister tested positive for the virus 10 days ago, and has been in self-isolation inside his Downing Street flat since.

NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

‘Finding my ring today has given me even more strength and positivity,’ said Alison Brown.

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