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New restrictions deemed ‘death sentence’ for hospitality sector

New restrictions deemed ‘death sentence’ for hospitality sector

New restrictions deemed ‘death sentence’ for hospitality sector

07 October 2020

The measures will be in place for two weeks across Scotland, with some regional variations.


Johnson under pressure to change 10pm curfew as Greene King shuts dozens of pubs

Johnson under pressure to change 10pm curfew as Greene King shuts dozens of pubs

Johnson under pressure to change 10pm curfew as Greene King shuts dozens of pubs

07 October 2020

The Prime Minister faces a Tory revolt and Labour pressure over the 10pm closing time for England’s pubs and restaurants.


Nicola Sturgeon shuts pubs in areas with surging cases of coronavirus

Nicola Sturgeon shuts pubs in areas with surging cases of coronavirus

Nicola Sturgeon shuts pubs in areas with surging cases of coronavirus

07 October 2020

The First Minister said the virus would get ‘out of control’ quickly in Scotland without immediate action.


Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in Scotland

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in Scotland

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in Scotland

07 October 2020

Glasgow, Edinburgh and South Lanarkshire continue to record the highest rates.


Newcastle universities switch to online lessons amid surge in Covid-19 cases

Newcastle universities switch to online lessons amid surge in Covid-19 cases

Newcastle universities switch to online lessons amid surge in Covid-19 cases

07 October 2020

All teaching will move online on Thursday for at least three weeks unless in-person lessons are essential.


William to feature in environmental TV series on BBC

William to feature in environmental TV series on BBC

William to feature in environmental TV series on BBC

07 October 2020

The five-part series will feature the Duke of Cambridge alongside scientists, wildlife experts and environmentalists.


Report identifies safety failings at West Midlands Trains after driver death

Report identifies safety failings at West Midlands Trains after driver death

Report identifies safety failings at West Midlands Trains after driver death

07 October 2020

A man was killed when he was trapped between two trains at Tyseley maintenance depot in Birmingham on December 14 last year.


Downing Street plays down impact of Roche supply chain issue on Covid testing

Downing Street plays down impact of Roche supply chain issue on Covid testing

Downing Street plays down impact of Roche supply chain issue on Covid testing

07 October 2020

The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said the problems with Roche would have ‘little to no impact’ on Covid-19 testing.


Serving inmates convicted of terrorist murder plot against prison officer

Serving inmates convicted of terrorist murder plot against prison officer

Serving inmates convicted of terrorist murder plot against prison officer

07 October 2020

Brusthom Ziamani and Baz Hockton attacked the guard at HMP Whitemoor in January this year.


Self-isolating students accuse university of ‘profiting’ on food delivery

Self-isolating students accuse university of ‘profiting’ on food delivery

Self-isolating students accuse university of ‘profiting’ on food delivery

07 October 2020

Lancaster University said that it has ‘kept prices as low as we can without compromising on quality’.


Post-Brexit trade deal ‘some way away’ despite next week’s deadline, says Frost

Post-Brexit trade deal ‘some way away’ despite next week’s deadline, says Frost

Post-Brexit trade deal ‘some way away’ despite next week’s deadline, says Frost

07 October 2020

Lord Frost told a Lords committee ‘in many areas, the landing zone in the nature of the agreement is pretty clear if not exactly pinned down yet’.


Hundreds of job losses feared at three airports under cost-cutting plans

Hundreds of job losses feared at three airports under cost-cutting plans

Hundreds of job losses feared at three airports under cost-cutting plans

07 October 2020

Manchester, Stansted and East Midlands will all be affected by proposals being discussed with trade unions,.


Crumbs! Fox’s Biscuit business sold to Nutella owner in £246 million deal

Crumbs! Fox’s Biscuit business sold to Nutella owner in £246 million deal

Crumbs! Fox’s Biscuit business sold to Nutella owner in £246 million deal

07 October 2020

Ferrero is buying the Fox’s business from supermarket chicken supplier 2 Sisters Food Group.


NHS chiefs address ‘white privilege’ in health service

NHS chiefs address ‘white privilege’ in health service

NHS chiefs address ‘white privilege’ in health service

07 October 2020

It comes after NHS Providers chief executive Chris Hopson said there needed to be ‘concrete action’ taken to tackle structural racism in the service.


Ministers ‘not crying wolf’ over seriousness of pandemic – Arlene Foster

Ministers ‘not crying wolf’ over seriousness of pandemic – Arlene Foster

Ministers ‘not crying wolf’ over seriousness of pandemic – Arlene Foster

07 October 2020

Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill said the actions of the public would determine how bad the second wave got.


‘Missed opportunities after Sars and Mers to develop coronavirus antivirals’

‘Missed opportunities after Sars and Mers to develop coronavirus antivirals’

‘Missed opportunities after Sars and Mers to develop coronavirus antivirals’

07 October 2020

Dr Nick Cammack hopes the world has learned lessons and will find effective antivirals for the family of viruses.


Police and local councils given £60m funding boost for Covid-19 patrols

Police and local councils given £60m funding boost for Covid-19 patrols

Police and local councils given £60m funding boost for Covid-19 patrols

07 October 2020

The 43 police forces in England and Wales will be granted a share of £30 million according to the existing police funding formula.


Teenagers diagnosed with depression see attainment drop at GCSE, study suggests

Teenagers diagnosed with depression see attainment drop at GCSE, study suggests

Teenagers diagnosed with depression see attainment drop at GCSE, study suggests

07 October 2020

The report suggests targeted educational support for pupils struggling with depression may especially benefit boys and those from poorer backgrounds.


MPs launch inquiry to scrutinise Government response to Covid-19 pandemic

MPs launch inquiry to scrutinise Government response to Covid-19 pandemic

MPs launch inquiry to scrutinise Government response to Covid-19 pandemic

07 October 2020

Members will hear from witnesses about the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on the social care sector as well as the BAME communities.


Indoor alcohol sales banned in pubs, cafes and restaurants across Scotland

Indoor alcohol sales banned in pubs, cafes and restaurants across Scotland

Indoor alcohol sales banned in pubs, cafes and restaurants across Scotland

07 October 2020

Nicola Sturgeon said the measure will be in place for two weeks, in a bid to curb the growth of coronavirus cases.


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