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Over a dozen dogs rescued from cages

Over a dozen dogs rescued from cages

They were found in a horse transporter at Rosslare Europort.

How the four UK nations and Ireland are approaching lockdown

How the four UK nations and Ireland are approaching lockdown

The nations are moving at different speeds in their approach.

Government ‘should launch face coverings campaign’

Government ‘should launch face coverings campaign’

The new guidance from the Government should be backed up with a campaign to raise awareness among the public, an expert has said.

Royal family team up in show of support as they call nurses around the globe

Royal family team up in show of support as they call nurses around the globe

Eight members of the royal family including the Queen, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cambridge paid tribute for International Nurses Day.

McDonald’s to reopen 30 drive-throughs from next week

McDonald’s to reopen 30 drive-throughs from next week

The fast food chain said it plans to reopen all its drive-through sites by early next month.

Government’s ‘stay alert’ slogan not clear enough, says expert

Government’s ‘stay alert’ slogan not clear enough, says expert

The comments come as a group of independent scientists said the Prime Minister’s plan for easing lockdown restrictions is potentially dangerous.

Golf club on English and Welsh border to reopen despite differing lockdown rules

Golf club on English and Welsh border to reopen despite differing lockdown rules

Llanymynech Golf Club’s course features 15 holes in Wales, two in England and one that crosses both countries.

Parents of missing woman told of body washed up on beach

Parents of missing woman told of body washed up on beach

Estate agent Chelsie Dack was reported missing at 3am on April 20.

Furlough extension ‘huge relief’ for workers and firms

Furlough extension ‘huge relief’ for workers and firms

Business groups cheered the move to extend the scheme until October and avoid a much-feared June cliff-edge.

Sturgeon denies coronavirus ‘cover-up’ after outbreak linked to Nike conference

Sturgeon denies coronavirus ‘cover-up’ after outbreak linked to Nike conference

The First Minister said all appropriate steps were taken after officials discovered the disease was passed on at a hotel in Edinburgh in February.

Empowering local services is key to fighting virus, says public health expert

Empowering local services is key to fighting virus, says public health expert

Boris Johnson said it was ‘entirely right’ that devolved authorities in the UK have different approaches.

Furlough extension: What does it mean for workers and businesses?

Furlough extension: What does it mean for workers and businesses?

The Government has extended the furlough scheme until the end of October but has asked companies to start funding it from August.

Swan saved after plastic bottle top gets stuck on its beak

Swan saved after plastic bottle top gets stuck on its beak

The Scottish SPCA was notified to a bird in difficulty on a pond in Paisley.

Sewage could be key to tracking second wave of coronavirus

Sewage could be key to tracking second wave of coronavirus

Scientists from around the world are researching how waste water can be used to identify infection levels in local communities.

European Commission and Ryanair weigh in on UK plan to quarantine visitors

European Commission and Ryanair weigh in on UK plan to quarantine visitors

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary branded the move ‘idiotic’, while Europe called for the UK to make further exemptions.

Betting firms told to tighten measures to protect problem gamblers

Betting firms told to tighten measures to protect problem gamblers

The Gambling Commission said gambling through online poker and virtual sports increased by 38% and 40% respectively in March.

Life on the inside: 10 cooking techniques to master

Life on the inside: 10 cooking techniques to master

From poached eggs to souffles, it’s a great time to improve your kitchen skills.

Schools will struggle to operate smaller classes and social distancing – union

Schools will struggle to operate smaller classes and social distancing – union

The school leaders’ union boss told MPs that they were not consulted on the June 1 date.

Safe travels: Getting to work without getting coronavirus

Safe travels: Getting to work without getting coronavirus

As the UK gets back to the daily grind, here is the Government’s guidance on commuting safely.

Man faces manslaughter charge nearly a year after Butlin’s bar fight

Man faces manslaughter charge nearly a year after Butlin’s bar fight

Michael Loughlin was taken to hospital after an incident at the popular seaside resort in June 2019.

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