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What the papers say – April 6

What the papers say – April 6

Boris Johnson’s hospital stay leads Monday’s papers.

New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

The gadget has been tested on 21 participants.

Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

The news broke just over an hour after the Queen made a televised address to the nation in which she thanked those staying at home.

‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

Anonymous user data shared with the Evergreen Health app shows which parts of the country are apparently worst at staying in doors.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

Sir Keir appointed his top team on Sunday afternoon, but will continue the appointments on Monday.

Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

Healthcare workers are struggling in an alien environment where people will die without relatives by their bedsides, warns senior nurse.

Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

Her appointment as Chief medical officer for Scotland came after more than two decades of work in the health service.

Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

Boris Johnson was admitted to hospital for tests as his coronavirus symptoms persist, Downing Street said.

Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

Sir Keir Starmer, Jeremy Clarkson and Jonathan Van Ness were among those who tweeted their approval for her address.

Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

Dr Catherine Calderwood apologised and was backed by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to remain in the role despite twice visiting her second home.

What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

The Prime Minister was transferred to hospital as a “precautionary measure” on the advice of his doctor, according to Number 10.

Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

The Prime Minister tested positive for the virus 10 days ago, and has been in self-isolation inside his Downing Street flat since.

NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

‘Finding my ring today has given me even more strength and positivity,’ said Alison Brown.

A televised message from Queen is rare occurrence which reflects national crisis

A televised message from Queen is rare occurrence which reflects national crisis

There have been three previous speeches broadcast during times of trouble.

Leeds fans raise £12,000 for food banks by playing Football Manager for 24 hours

Leeds fans raise £12,000 for food banks by playing Football Manager for 24 hours

Three fans from the Square Ball podcast were joined by comedian Jon Richardson as they played deep into the night.

Resolute Queen tells nation in lockdown: ‘We will meet again’

Resolute Queen tells nation in lockdown: ‘We will meet again’

The head of state has made a personal address amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The Queen’s broadcast in full

The Queen’s broadcast in full

The monarch has made a televised address about the coronavirus pandemic.

Queen’s message both calming and heartwarming – royal expert

Queen’s message both calming and heartwarming – royal expert

The monarch made reference to children’s rainbows being the symbol of the national spirit.

Queen recalls own wartime broadcast and tells nation: ‘We will meet again’

Queen recalls own wartime broadcast and tells nation: ‘We will meet again’

The monarch said she was reminded of the time she spoke on Children’s Hour during the Second World War.

Taoiseach rejoins medical register to help coronavirus fight

Taoiseach rejoins medical register to help coronavirus fight

Leo Varadkar will serve one session a week in a contribution to the effort by health workers caring for those with Covid-19.

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