Schools to shut a day early for Christmas to give teachers time to self-isolate
Schools will close a day early for Christmas, so that teachers will have the time to self isolate if they come into contact with a Covid positive.
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As Covid cases rise, Hancock urges Londoners to ‘stick to the rules’
The Health Secretary urged Londoners to ‘stick to rules’ as Covid cases are dangerously on the rise.
Britons will receive ‘special cards’ if they vaccinate
When asked whether the ‘special cards’ will be needed to access venues, the minister said: “It’s about making sure we protect lives”.
Several injured in major explosion near Bristol
Several people have been injured in a huge explosion in a warehouse near Bristol. Emergency services are still at the scene.
Santa to be allowed to remove face mask, Downing Street says
Santa won’t have to wear a mask in his grotto, Downing Street confirmed, although children will have to keep distance.
Coronavirus cases in England went down by 30%
The latest research led by Imperial College London found that covid infections in England went down by 30%.
Lockdown tiers for every UK location unveiled
The new tier lockdown system is set to begin on 2 December. Here’s the full list of lockdown tiers by area.
Meghan Markle shares news of her miscarriage
Meghan Markle has shared the details of a miscarriage she suffered in July.
London begs not to be put in Tier 3 as Covid rates drop
Covid cases are decreasing in a dozen London boroughs according to official stats as the case for London to be put into Tier 2 after lockdown is bolstered.
Covid deaths in UK and Wales highest since May
The number of Covid deaths in England and Wales has risen by 27%, according to new figures.
Travellers arriving in UK to end quarantine in 5 days
Travellers arriving in UK from countries not on the Government’s ‘travel corridor list’ will be able to reduce their quarantine period to just 5 days.
Patrick Quinn, Ice Bucket Challenge co-founder, dies aged 37
One of the co-founders of the ice bucket challenge, Patrick Quinn, has died aged 37 after a battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Cycle lanes war continue as even Queen ‘caught in gridlock’
A cycle lane row in Chiswick was officially taken to High Court, as controversy over the new cycle lanes in London continue.
Brits to get “freedom pass” if they pass two Covid tests weekly
Britons could be granted ‘freedom passes’ if they test negative for Covid twice a week. An electronic form would serve as proof that they had been tested.
Covid Christmas Plan: the new rules for shops and pubs
The Government will soon announce the Covid Winter Plan, which will allow shops and gyms to reopen, while hospitality will have to bear the brunt.
Oxford Covid vaccine reveals 70% effective
The long-awaited vaccine developed by Oxford University along with AstraZeneca has been shown to be 70% effective.
Lockdown bringing covid cases down, Matt Hancock says
The infections rate is going down which means tougher restrictions are working and they might remain tight for longer.
Boris Johnson announces £16,5bn investment in armed forces
The announcement comes after Boris Johnson promised Joe Biden Britain will be a valuable military ally to the US.
Swindon Oasis will not reopen after Covid
The operating company’s review of the centre’s operation with landlord Seven Capital concluded that it was “not viable” to carry on with the business.
Business Leader: London shops should stay open until 11 pm
A prominent London business leader said that stores at West End should allow staying open until 11 pm after the end of lockdown to “save Christmas”.
Government might allow households to mix for Christmas
Families around UK are waiting for further announcements from Prime Minister Boris Johnson about rules in the festive period.
Heathrow Airport workers plan to strike for 4 days
As a protest against proposed wage cuts, workers at Heathrow airport plan to strikes for four days in the run-up to Christmas.
Boris Johnson calls Scottish devolution a ‘disaster’
Downing Street has tried to clarify Johnson’s statement but Scottish politicians are calling it an outrage.
Moderna reveals covid vaccine 94,5% effective
Moderna reveals great results from phase 3 of its covid vaccine, registering almost 95% effectiveness.
Christmas in UK will be very different this year, experts warn
Christmas will look very different this year due to food and toys shortages.