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Tributes to healthcare staff as death toll continues to rise

Tributes to healthcare staff as death toll continues to rise

While a Government minister said 49 NHS staff have died, the total is thought to be much higher.

Bird’s-eye footage shows epic NHS tribute created by firefighter

Bird’s-eye footage shows epic NHS tribute created by firefighter

The video shows sweeping views of the countryside at sunset where firefighter Tom Westcott mowed a touching message into a field.

Mental health nurse first NHS worker to die in Leeds and York NHS trust

Mental health nurse first NHS worker to die in Leeds and York NHS trust

Khulisani Nkala was called a ‘gentleman’ by his colleagues.

Holidaymakers ‘have no idea if or when they’ll see their money again’

Holidaymakers ‘have no idea if or when they’ll see their money again’

An investigation found that the UK’s major tour operators and airlines are delaying refunds for cancelled trips.

WhatsApp releases stickers to aid communication during lockdown

WhatsApp releases stickers to aid communication during lockdown

The messaging service has launched the Together at Home stickers, illustrating emotions and actions people are taking during coronavirus lockdown.

Coronavirus death toll hits 985 but fewer Scots going into intensive care

Coronavirus death toll hits 985 but fewer Scots going into intensive care

Nicola Sturgeon announced the latest figures at the Scottish Government’s daily briefing.

Life on the inside: 10 tips for a balanced diet during lockdown

Life on the inside: 10 tips for a balanced diet during lockdown

Health experts stress that maintaining a healthy diet is one of the most important things that we can do amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Government orders betting bosses to provide problem gambling lockdown updates

Government orders betting bosses to provide problem gambling lockdown updates

Ministers have written to chiefs at William Hill, Bet365, Sky Bet and Flutter due to concerns the lockdown could increase online problem gambling.

Gamekeepers warned to be ‘extra wary’ during lockdown

Gamekeepers warned to be ‘extra wary’ during lockdown

It comes amid reports of increased poaching and attacks at fisheries and shooting estates.

Carrie Symonds joins call for worldwide ban on ‘wet markets’

Carrie Symonds joins call for worldwide ban on ‘wet markets’

The PM’s fiancee has signed a petition demanding action to prevent another global pandemic.

Thousands ‘were paid to use electricity on sunny day’

Thousands ‘were paid to use electricity on sunny day’

Power prices had turned negative, giving some customers around 4p for each unit they used.

Queen sends condolences to people of Nova Scotia following mass shooting

Queen sends condolences to people of Nova Scotia following mass shooting

At least 18 people were killed by a gunman disguised as a police officer.

Government’s plans to give poorer pupils free laptops ‘do not go far enough’

Government’s plans to give poorer pupils free laptops ‘do not go far enough’

The founder of the Good Law Project has said the lack of detail on the proposals is ‘troubling’.

Trips to the countryside causing ‘untold anxieties’ for locals

Trips to the countryside causing ‘untold anxieties’ for locals

Countryside groups want a revision of police guidance permitting drives to rural areas for a walk during the Covid-19 shutdown.

The NHS workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

The NHS workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic

Among the most recent names is Grant Maganga, a mental health nurse and father-of-four.

More than 900 jobs axed as Cath Kidston permanently shuts all 60 stores

More than 900 jobs axed as Cath Kidston permanently shuts all 60 stores

The company’s owners have secured a deal to buy back its brand and online operations after it fell into administration.

Man facing extradition to UK over migrant deaths remanded in custody

Man facing extradition to UK over migrant deaths remanded in custody

Ronan Hughes has been remanded in custody, facing charges of 39 counts of manslaughter and one count of conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration.

Link between air pollution and coronavirus deaths in England, study suggests

Link between air pollution and coronavirus deaths in England, study suggests

Research adds to growing evidence that high levels of air pollution are linked to deadlier cases of Covid-19, scientists say.

Hull achieves most improved broadband speed over 12 months, research suggests

Hull achieves most improved broadband speed over 12 months, research suggests

Despite improvements, some areas saw broadband speeds drop and rural areas continue to suffer with some of the worst connections.

2019 election report finds widespread reports of abuse and system ‘under strain’

2019 election report finds widespread reports of abuse and system ‘under strain’

The festive timing made it harder to find polling venues and voters expressed concern about ‘misleading’ online campaigning.

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