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NI First Minister fears Brexit trade talks ‘are not going particularly well’

NI First Minister fears Brexit trade talks ‘are not going particularly well’

Arlene Foster said she wants a trade deal to be agreed.

Assaults on officers at anti-racism rally ‘shocking’ – Met Police chief

Assaults on officers at anti-racism rally ‘shocking’ – Met Police chief

Dame Cressida Dick said 14 officers were injured during clashes with a minority of protesters in central London.

Diners to flock to independent restaurants post-lockdown, says Tastecard boss

Diners to flock to independent restaurants post-lockdown, says Tastecard boss

It comes amid a testing period for casual dining chains as they wait for Government guidance on when their sites can reopen.

BA begins legal proceedings over ‘unlawful’ quarantine measures

BA begins legal proceedings over ‘unlawful’ quarantine measures

Rivals Ryanair and easyJet also signed the letter sent to ministers by BA’s parent company.

Secondary school exams next summer ‘may be delayed’

Secondary school exams next summer ‘may be delayed’

It comes as more schools shelve plans to reopen on Monday after new data suggests coronavirus could still be spreading in the North West of England.

Vaccine scientists ‘on verge of antibody treatment for most vulnerable’

Vaccine scientists ‘on verge of antibody treatment for most vulnerable’

Backing from an Indian firm is crucial if the treatment is to move to the next stage.

What the papers say – June 7

What the papers say – June 7

Protests, the new suspect in Madeleine McCann’s disappearance and Boris Johnson’s latest moves dominate the Sunday papers.

Ballet dancers get creative to remain en pointe during lockdown

Ballet dancers get creative to remain en pointe during lockdown

With no special handrails in their homes, the 40 dancers have had to adapt by using pieces of furniture to keep their balance.

Manufacturers start to emerge from coronavirus lockdown, report suggests

Manufacturers start to emerge from coronavirus lockdown, report suggests

Firms regained some of their losses in May, said business advisers.

Third of people ‘hold chief executive personally responsible for cyber attacks’

Third of people ‘hold chief executive personally responsible for cyber attacks’

New research found that 8% believe CEOs should be jailed if their company fails to protect personal data in a cyberattack.

Charles praises teachers in video message

Charles praises teachers in video message

The Prince of Wales highlighted the work of the education charity Teach First, which he supports as patron.

Smart appliance makers ‘failing to be clear on how long they provide updates’

Smart appliance makers ‘failing to be clear on how long they provide updates’

Which? said the majority of manufacturers claimed they would offer updates for what they termed ‘the life of the product’.

Nearly third of students from East Asia ‘likely to delay or cancel’ study plans

Nearly third of students from East Asia ‘likely to delay or cancel’ study plans

British universities could face £463 million funding shortfall amid deferrals, report warns.

New highly protected marine zones will help save our seas – research

New highly protected marine zones will help save our seas – research

Ban all fishing, dredging, dumping and anchoring in some UK waters to save our oceans, independent review urges Government.

Universities ‘must address chronic absence of BAME academics to boost diversity’

Universities ‘must address chronic absence of BAME academics to boost diversity’

The University of Leicester is increasing its efforts to ‘decolonise the curriculum’ to help students feel like they belong.

More Black Lives Matter protests to take place across the UK on Sunday

More Black Lives Matter protests to take place across the UK on Sunday

Large crowds are expected despite authorities calling for people to socially distance by staying home.

Police receive hundreds of tips after Madeleine McCann suspect revealed

Police receive hundreds of tips after Madeleine McCann suspect revealed

Scotland Yard’s Operation Grange still considers the Madeleine case a missing person inquiry.

Government can and must do more to address racial inequality – Sajid Javid

Government can and must do more to address racial inequality – Sajid Javid

The former chancellor said a ‘new ambition’ was needed to ‘breakdown barriers’ in Britain.

Boris Johnson to set out plans to ‘rebuild Britain’ after coronavirus pandemic

Boris Johnson to set out plans to ‘rebuild Britain’ after coronavirus pandemic

The PM will this week chair a meeting of his Cabinet to update them on the next lockdown-easing steps for a number of sectors.

Places of worship set to reopen for private prayer from June 15

Places of worship set to reopen for private prayer from June 15

Downing Street said the changes would only be made if the Government’s five tests for easing lockdown are met.

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