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Allowing people to meet in bubbles ‘could spread coronavirus in population’
Allowing people to meet in bubbles could have enabled coronavirus to spread through the population, scientists advising the Government on lifting lockdown suggested.
Fishermen ‘shocked and saddened’ over disturbance death at medieval castle
Fishermen have expressed their shock and sadness at the death of a man following a “disturbance” at a medieval castle in Kent.
Scientists recommended face coverings weeks before Government advice
Scientists advising on the Government’s coronavirus response concluded there was enough evidence to recommend the use of face coverings weeks before ministers issued the advice.
What will change about going to the dentist?
Dental practices in England will be able to reopen from June 8, chief dental officer Sara Hurley said on Thursday.
The NHS and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic
At least 190 frontline health and care workers have died after contracting coronavirus.
Artist creates Covid-19 themed mural to pay tribute to NHS workers in Birmingham
A street artist in Birmingham has paid tribute to NHS workers with a Covid-19 themed mural.
Diane Dodds – Furlough changes incredibly difficult for some firms in NI
Changes to the Government’s furlough scheme could be “incredibly difficult” for some companies, Northern Ireland’s economy minister warned.
No prosecution over Covid-19 death of railway worker Belly Mujinga, police say
The husband of railway worker Belly Mujinga has spoken of his sadness after police said her death from coronavirus was not linked to being spat at by a man claiming he was infected with the virus.
Spring 2020 the sunniest since records began – Met Office
The UK has recorded the sunniest spring since records began in 1929, the Met Office has said.
New self-employment grant and furlough details: What does it all mean?
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a second grant for self-employed workers in August, and revealed details of the contributions businesses will have to make to the furlough scheme until the end of October.
Businesses told to start paying furlough bill from August
A final self-employment coronavirus grant is to be made available and businesses must start paying towards the worker furlough scheme from August, the Government has announced.
Self-employed scheme extended as Chancellor details furlough changes
Self-employed workers will be eligible for a second and final coronavirus grant, the Chancellor announced, as he confirmed that employers must start paying towards the wages of furloughed staff from August.
Uplifting news: Group raises thousands and artist unveils mural in Birmingham
Fundraisers are walking, running and swimming nearly 7,000 miles to help the families of Filipino frontline workers who have died of coronavirus, while an artist has unveiled a mural dedicated to Covid-19 in Birmingham, in Friday’s news.
Non-essential shops in Wales could reopen next month, says Drakeford
High-street shops, markets and sports courts in Wales could open next month with a further easing of lockdown measures, the First Minister has said.
Gun violence on the rise as gangs emerge from lockdown, crime commissioner warns
Shootings and violence are on the increase in the West Midlands with criminal gangs “coming out of lockdown”, the region’s police and crime commissioner has warned.
Pint delivery service to resume in Belfast as bar settles dispute with PSNI
A service delivering pints of beer to customers at home in Belfast is set to recommence, a court has heard.
MP insists social distancing was in place at veteran’s 100th birthday party
An MP has explained his decision to attend a 100th birthday celebration for a Second World War veteran during lockdown.
Millions of BN(O)s in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship
Up to three million people registered as a British national (overseas) in Hong Kong could be eligible for UK citizenship if China presses ahead with plans to gain more control over the former colony.
No further action over death of railway worker following police inquiries
No further action is being taken by police over the death from coronavirus of a railway worker, it has been announced.
Devastating school blaze caused by building work, investigators believe
A fire which destroyed a primary school was caused accidentally during works being conducted as part of an ongoing refurbishment.
Timing of Boris Johnson’s announcement on allowing group meet-ups questioned
The Prime Minister’s announcement that six people can meet up outdoors from Monday – made just before a weekend forecast to be hot and sunny – looks like it was “rushed forward to help ministers in a difficult position”, a police and crime commissioner has said.
MP criticised for taking maternity leave
A newly-elected MP who has recently given birth to a daughter has been criticised for taking maternity leave.
In Pictures: Britons enjoy their time in the sun as lockdown rules are relaxed
The glorious weather has given Britons even more incentive to embrace the easing of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
Global backlash after CNN reporter arrested live on air by US police
A US police force is facing global criticism after officers arrested a news crew live on air – with the UK’s Foreign Office saying journalists “must be free to do their job”.
Lockdown breach fines plummet as restrictions ease
The number of fines for breaches of lockdown rules has plunged since measures were eased, with just 841 handed out by police in England, new figures show.
Battle of Jutland warship’s four years since restoration marked in lockdown
A Battle of Jutland warship is set to mark fourth anniversary of its refurbishment in lockdown.
Man appears in court charged with the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith
A 29-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith, who disappeared on VE Day.
Colleagues line street for funeral procession of ‘loved and valued’ NHS worker
Hospital staff have lined the street for the funeral procession of a “loved and valued” colleague who died after testing positive for Covid-19
Pilot breaches lockdown rules by flying to closed RAF airbase ‘to go to beach’
A civilian pilot landed without permission on a closed RAF airfield in North Wales “because he wanted to go to the beach”.
How to have a socially distanced barbecue – expert’s view
Revellers planning to host a barbecue next week should consider one-way systems of travel around the grill and bringing their own condiments, an expert has said.
