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NHS could have to deliver ‘biggest-ever’ flu immunisation programme over winter

NHS could have to deliver ‘biggest-ever’ flu immunisation programme over winter

NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens said it was still not known whether a coronavirus vaccine will be ready for the winter.

Frog found in supermarket banana delivery after 5,000-mile journey

Frog found in supermarket banana delivery after 5,000-mile journey

The tree frog, named Asda after the site of his discovery, has been taken in by an expert animal centre in Wales.

The Beckhams celebrate 21 years of marriage

The Beckhams celebrate 21 years of marriage

Snaps showed the couple together before they had children, together as a family, with their dogs and an array of different outfits over the years.

Scottish independence support ahead in polls for ‘sustained period’ – Curtice

Scottish independence support ahead in polls for ‘sustained period’ – Curtice

Polling expert Sir John Curtice said there was also strong support for the SNP and Nicola Sturgeon’s handling of the coronavirus crisis.

Terrorists’ jail release ‘should be supervised by someone unconnected to police’

Terrorists’ jail release ‘should be supervised by someone unconnected to police’

Following credible threats from dissident republicans, in 2017 the Probation Service of Northern Ireland stopped directly supervising the licences.

Lie detector tests could monitor paramilitaries released from prison

Lie detector tests could monitor paramilitaries released from prison

A new law proposed by the Government toughening the sentencing for serious offenders is passing through Westminster.

Draft law axing early release of terrorism offenders ‘offers no hope of reform’

Draft law axing early release of terrorism offenders ‘offers no hope of reform’

It is part of Government legislation expected to apply to Northern Ireland which is being scrutinised at Westminster, the terrorism law reviewer said.

Hancock has ‘quite significant concerns’ about Leicester clothing factories

Hancock has ‘quite significant concerns’ about Leicester clothing factories

The Health Secretary promised ‘very significant fines’ can be handed out if laws are broken,

National Security Council to look at Huawei 5G conditions, minister confirms

National Security Council to look at Huawei 5G conditions, minister confirms

Reports suggested Boris Johnson will reconsider Huawei’s involvement in the UK’s 5G network due to security concerns.

Vast majority acted responsibly as lockdown eased, says Health Secretary

Vast majority acted responsibly as lockdown eased, says Health Secretary

Matt Hancock sidesteps whether NHS staff will get a pay rise.

More than 24,000 jobs already axed through retail collapses in 2020

More than 24,000 jobs already axed through retail collapses in 2020

New figures from the Centre for Retail Research (CRR) have revealed that 24,348 jobs have already been lost across large UK retailers.

Big increase in job centre staff to be announced in wake of Covid-19 outbreak

Big increase in job centre staff to be announced in wake of Covid-19 outbreak

The Chancellor is set to outline policies aimed at dealing with Britain’s recovery from the outbreak on Wednesday.

‘Crystal clear’ drinkers will not adhere to social distancing rules

‘Crystal clear’ drinkers will not adhere to social distancing rules

A major easing of lockdown measures in England saw pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and cinemas opening their doors again.

What the papers say – July 5

What the papers say – July 5

Pictures of England reopening after lockdown lead many Sunday papers.

Big Issue vendors return to streets for first time since lockdown

Big Issue vendors return to streets for first time since lockdown

They have been given personal protective equipment and contactless card payment equipment.

Foreign currency provider offers ‘virus-free cash’

Foreign currency provider offers ‘virus-free cash’

The coronavirus pandemic has led to calls for more businesses to accept payments by bank and credit cards, but many smaller firms prefer cash.

Leaders pay tribute to NHS ahead of nationwide clap to mark 72nd anniversary

Leaders pay tribute to NHS ahead of nationwide clap to mark 72nd anniversary

Boris Johnson urged the public to clap for ‘those who have worked tirelessly and selflessly’ during the pandemic.

Universities at risk of insolvency without Government bailout amid crisis – IFS

Universities at risk of insolvency without Government bailout amid crisis – IFS

The higher education sector could face long-run losses of up to £19 billion due to Covid-19, analysis warns.

NHS celebrates 72nd anniversary after most challenging year in history

NHS celebrates 72nd anniversary after most challenging year in history

People have been encouraged to applaud NHS and other key workers at 5pm on the institution’s anniversary.

Parking tickets issued by private firms soar 24%

Parking tickets issued by private firms soar 24%

Analysis of Government data by the RAC Foundation indicated that companies handed out 8.4 million tickets to British drivers in 2019/20.

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