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New restrictions for Bolton as young people urged to help reduce Covid-19 spread

New restrictions for Bolton as young people urged to help reduce Covid-19 spread

People have been asked to avoid using public transport for non-essential travel, and to not mix with other households.

Government extends time suspected criminals can spend in prison pre-trial

Government extends time suspected criminals can spend in prison pre-trial

The extended limits will last for nine months before reverting to the current limits.

UK negotiator Frost: We are not scared of leaving EU without a trade deal

UK negotiator Frost: We are not scared of leaving EU without a trade deal

Boris Johnson’s Europe sherpa has vowed not to give in to Brussels’ demands during the final phase of UK-EU talks.

Bill Oddie reveals battle with ‘almost fatal’ condition

Bill Oddie reveals battle with ‘almost fatal’ condition

Oddie found fame in the 1970s as a member of comic trio The Goodies.

More than 600 arrested during five days of climate protests in London

More than 600 arrested during five days of climate protests in London

More than 600 people have been arrested during five days of climate change protests in central London, police have said.Environmental campaign group Extinction Rebellion (XR) reignited its efforts to highlight the dangers of climate change this month after they were largely placed on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.In a series of daily actions, protesters have …

New restrictions for Bolton following spike in coronavirus cases

New restrictions for Bolton following spike in coronavirus cases

Bolton Council said it hoped the measures would prevent the need for a local lockdown.

Leeds leader calls for increased powers to stem Covid-19 rise

Leeds leader calls for increased powers to stem Covid-19 rise

The city was added to the Government’s coronavirus ‘watchlist’ of areas of concern this week.

PM condemns protests targeting newspapers as ‘completely unacceptable’

PM condemns protests targeting newspapers as ‘completely unacceptable’

Police said some 72 people had been arrested by Saturday morning.

At least 10 arrested as police clash with anti-migrant protesters in Dover

At least 10 arrested as police clash with anti-migrant protesters in Dover

Protesters brought traffic on a busy dual carriageway to a standstill for more than an hour.

In Pictures: Small dogs dressed as big characters for Furbabies Pageant

In Pictures: Small dogs dressed as big characters for Furbabies Pageant

The dogs were in fancy dress.

Labour calls for more airport testing to minimise ‘chaotic’ quarantine measures

Labour calls for more airport testing to minimise ‘chaotic’ quarantine measures

The UK Government has been making weekly decisions in response to rising coronavirus rates in Europe and beyond.

Newspaper printing works protest is completely unacceptable, says Johnson

Newspaper printing works protest is completely unacceptable, says Johnson

The Prime Minister has criticised Extinction Rebellion for ‘seeking to limit the public’s access to news’.

Middlesbrough’s mayor warns venues putting ‘profits before people’ risk closure

Middlesbrough’s mayor warns venues putting ‘profits before people’ risk closure

Andy Preston said public health officials and police would be visiting venues to ensure they adhere to coronavirus regulations.

Sir David Attenborough says environmental protests should not break laws

Sir David Attenborough says environmental protests should not break laws

The veteran broadcaster said he supported peaceful protest as the only way forward for young people to have their voices heard.

Anti-migrant protesters clash with police in Dover

Anti-migrant protesters clash with police in Dover

Demonstrators who welcome migrants also rallied in the town.

Strike action possible as unions oppose office return for civil servants

Strike action possible as unions oppose office return for civil servants

The PCS union said it was ‘not safe to return to workplaces while Covid-19 infection rates remain high’.

Teenager shot by terrorist in school massacre to study at Oxford University

Teenager shot by terrorist in school massacre to study at Oxford University

Ahmad Nawaz’s younger brother was killed in the attack.

Rangers goalkeeper’s car ‘deliberately’ set on fire

Rangers goalkeeper’s car ‘deliberately’ set on fire

Allan McGregor is believed to have been the target of a deliberate attack after a car was set alight outside his home.

Pro and anti-immigration protesters gather in Dover

Pro and anti-immigration protesters gather in Dover

The gatherings come despite pleas from local MP Natalie Elphicke to ‘stay away’ to prevent a second wave of Covid-19.

Row breaks out over push for more civil servants to return to office

Row breaks out over push for more civil servants to return to office

Cabinet Secretary Sir Mark Sedwill said Government departments should ensure 80% of staff have some time in the office this month.

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