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Almost 800 police dispersals on Saturday as Sturgeon warns lockdown breakers

Almost 800 police dispersals on Saturday as Sturgeon warns lockdown breakers

The First Minister was joined by Health Secretary Jeane Freeman and interim chief medical officer Dr Gregor Smith at the daily coronavirus briefing.

Puffins return to Farne Islands for breeding season

Puffins return to Farne Islands for breeding season

The islands off the Northumberland coast are closed to visitors due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Number of schools reopening to more pupils varies across England

Number of schools reopening to more pupils varies across England

Dozens of local authorities across England are advising against children returning to the classroom this week.

Two-thirds of police forces catch drivers doing more than 100mph during lockdown

Two-thirds of police forces catch drivers doing more than 100mph during lockdown

Police data obtained by the RAC revealed that the highest speed was clocked at 151mph on the M62 motorway in West Yorkshire.

Prostate cancer is now the UK’s most commonly diagnosed cancer

Prostate cancer is now the UK’s most commonly diagnosed cancer

Famous people who have shared their prostate cancer stories include BBC presenter Bill Turnbull and actor and comedian Stephen Fry.

Thousands queue for their homewares fix as Ikea reopens 19 stores

Thousands queue for their homewares fix as Ikea reopens 19 stores

The retail giant saw shoppers queuing in car parks and along roads in searing heat as new measures restricted customer numbers.

Hotels in Northern Ireland to reopen from July 20

Hotels in Northern Ireland to reopen from July 20

The industry has been devastated by a shutdown forced by the coronavirus pandemic in March.

‘Disappointment and hurt’ as places of worship remain shut while shops reopen

‘Disappointment and hurt’ as places of worship remain shut while shops reopen

While outdoor markets and car showrooms reopen in England, places of worship are still closed to the public.

Sainsbury’s new boss promises to listen more to customers

Sainsbury’s new boss promises to listen more to customers

Simon Roberts used his first day to also promote two lieutenants to better link the Argos and Habitat owner’s digital offerings and in-store service.

‘Excited’ children learn social distancing rules as they head back to school

‘Excited’ children learn social distancing rules as they head back to school

Children have also been asked not to bring pencil cases and other items to school.

Millennials and Gen Z lead the way for DIY projects during lockdown

Millennials and Gen Z lead the way for DIY projects during lockdown

More than half of 18 to 34-year-olds have taken up a DIY project during the lockdown or are planning to, according to Aldermore Bank.

In Pictures: The ‘new normal’ as markets and schools reopen and racing restarts

In Pictures: The ‘new normal’ as markets and schools reopen and racing restarts

An easing of lockdown restrictions in England has seen some pupils return to schools and queues form at stores.

Manufacturing recovers slightly but remains at financial crisis lows – survey

Manufacturing recovers slightly but remains at financial crisis lows – survey

The IHS Markit/CIPS purchasing managers’ index (PMI) recorded a score of 40.7 in May, up from 32.6 in April.

Avoid using sprinklers in evening, gardeners urged amid high water demand

Avoid using sprinklers in evening, gardeners urged amid high water demand

The call by Water UK comes after an exceptionally dry and sunny May in England.

Sharma interview interrupted three times by Skype calls

Sharma interview interrupted three times by Skype calls

The Business Secretary was discussing the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

Return of pigeon racing ‘like putting oxygen’ back into communities

Return of pigeon racing ‘like putting oxygen’ back into communities

More than 4,000 birds belonging to members of the Barnsley Federation of Racing Pigeons were released from a park.

Minister insists lockdown easing ‘is not a dash’ as health officials voice fears

Minister insists lockdown easing ‘is not a dash’ as health officials voice fears

Business Secretary Alok Sharma said he understands parents’ concerns.

Ted Baker to raise £95m after plunging to annual loss

Ted Baker to raise £95m after plunging to annual loss

The company also revealed a new turnaround strategy in a bid to return to profitable growth under new boss Rachel Osborne.

More than 200 travel and hospitality firms back call for quarantine U-turn

More than 200 travel and hospitality firms back call for quarantine U-turn

Major hotels, travel firms and restaurateurs are calling for air bridges to be created which enable people to travel.

Primark plans to reopen all 153 stores in England on June 15

Primark plans to reopen all 153 stores in England on June 15

Owner Associated British Foods said it anticipates its stores in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales will reopen in late June.

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