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DUP will attempt to amend Internal Market Bill

DUP will attempt to amend Internal Market Bill

DUP will attempt to amend Internal Market Bill

13 September 2020

Sammy Wilson challenged former prime ministers Sir John Major and Tony Blair after they warned the UK’s latest proposals could undermine peace.


Lib Dems announce Daisy Cooper as deputy party leader

Lib Dems announce Daisy Cooper as deputy party leader

Lib Dems announce Daisy Cooper as deputy party leader

13 September 2020

She won her seat of St Albans in the 2019 election.


Queen ‘inspired’ as results of Kate’s photographic lockdown project unveiled

Queen ‘inspired’ as results of Kate’s photographic lockdown project unveiled

Queen ‘inspired’ as results of Kate’s photographic lockdown project unveiled

13 September 2020

The Hold Still digital exhibition is being hosted by the National Portrait Gallery.


Irish Government dismisses reports EU could block goods entering NI

Irish Government dismisses reports EU could block goods entering NI

Irish Government dismisses reports EU could block goods entering NI

13 September 2020

Simon Coveney said there could be ‘limited checks’ on goods coming from Great Britain into the region.


GP practices reminded to ensure face-to-face appointments are available

GP practices reminded to ensure face-to-face appointments are available

GP practices reminded to ensure face-to-face appointments are available

13 September 2020

Nikki Kanani, medical director of primary care for NHS England, urged people not to stay away if they are in need of care.


Justice Secretary: I will resign if ministers break law in ‘unacceptable’ way

Justice Secretary: I will resign if ministers break law in ‘unacceptable’ way

Justice Secretary: I will resign if ministers break law in ‘unacceptable’ way

13 September 2020

Robert Buckland added that he did not believe the UK would ‘get to that stage’.


National Trust orchards report excellent harvest due to ideal weather conditions

National Trust orchards report excellent harvest due to ideal weather conditions

National Trust orchards report excellent harvest due to ideal weather conditions

13 September 2020

The warm spring helped pollinators such as bees to fertilise the flowers on apple trees.


Rule of six can seem somewhat irrational, says scientist

Rule of six can seem somewhat irrational, says scientist

Rule of six can seem somewhat irrational, says scientist

13 September 2020

From Monday, it will be illegal for people in England to meet in groups of more than six, inside or outside.


Solo ocean rower Lia Ditton breaks US mainland to Hawaii record

Solo ocean rower Lia Ditton breaks US mainland to Hawaii record

Solo ocean rower Lia Ditton breaks US mainland to Hawaii record

13 September 2020

Lia Ditton, 40, rowed from San Francisco to Hawaii in 86 days, 10 hours, five minutes and 56 seconds.


UK must act fast to stop Covid-19 cases growing exponentially – academic

UK must act fast to stop Covid-19 cases growing exponentially – academic

UK must act fast to stop Covid-19 cases growing exponentially – academic

13 September 2020

The warning comes as concerns grow over an increase in Covid-19 cases in care homes.


Simon Coveney – post-Brexit trade agreement still possible

Simon Coveney – post-Brexit trade agreement still possible

Simon Coveney – post-Brexit trade agreement still possible

13 September 2020

Ireland’s foreign minister said no deal would represent a failure of politics.


Nearly a quarter of bars, pubs and clubs yet to reopen after lockdown

Nearly a quarter of bars, pubs and clubs yet to reopen after lockdown

Nearly a quarter of bars, pubs and clubs yet to reopen after lockdown

13 September 2020

The latest market recovery report by CGA and AlixPartners has shown that nearly 27,000 licensed premises are yet to reopen.


Bank to hold rates as economy rebounds, but long-term scarring fears mount

Bank to hold rates as economy rebounds, but long-term scarring fears mount

Bank to hold rates as economy rebounds, but long-term scarring fears mount

13 September 2020

The UK is expected to bounce back sharply in the third quarter after the eye-watering 20.4% contraction seen between April and June.


Government to blame for workers’ reluctance over office return, says Sorrell

Government to blame for workers’ reluctance over office return, says Sorrell

Government to blame for workers’ reluctance over office return, says Sorrell

13 September 2020

He criticised ministers for not doing enough to restore confidence in the safety of trains and buses.


Police clamp down on illegal gatherings as tighter restrictions loom

Police clamp down on illegal gatherings as tighter restrictions loom

Police clamp down on illegal gatherings as tighter restrictions loom

13 September 2020

From Monday, social gatherings in England will be limited to groups of six people.


Big increase in people using food banks because of virus crisis – report

Big increase in people using food banks because of virus crisis – report

Big increase in people using food banks because of virus crisis – report

13 September 2020

The Trussell Trust said families with children are being hit the hardest during the pandemic.


‘Hidden health crisis’ of alcohol harm must be addressed, report warns

‘Hidden health crisis’ of alcohol harm must be addressed, report warns

‘Hidden health crisis’ of alcohol harm must be addressed, report warns

13 September 2020

The Commission on Alcohol Harm said alcohol is the leading risk factor for ill health, death and disability among people aged 15 to 49 in England.


Cost of no-deal Brexit on automotive industry revealed

Cost of no-deal Brexit on automotive industry revealed

Cost of no-deal Brexit on automotive industry revealed

13 September 2020

A 10% tariff could be made on cars and up to 22% on vans and trucks, which would almost certainly need to be passed on to consumers, groups warned.


Zoos warn they face ‘existential’ threat unless Government acts now

Zoos warn they face ‘existential’ threat unless Government acts now

Zoos warn they face ‘existential’ threat unless Government acts now

13 September 2020

A promised rescue package has yet to reach the coffers of zoos and aquariums.


One in four university students ‘not positive about quality of online lessons’

One in four university students ‘not positive about quality of online lessons’

One in four university students ‘not positive about quality of online lessons’

13 September 2020

The findings come as students return to campus for the start of term after months of remote learning.


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