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One in seven people in England has had Covid-19, figures suggest

One in seven people in England has had Covid-19, figures suggest

One in seven people in England has had Covid-19, figures suggest

03 February 2021

The figure rises to a fifth in London.


How the movie Contagion inspired Hancock’s vaccine plans

How the movie Contagion inspired Hancock’s vaccine plans

How the movie Contagion inspired Hancock’s vaccine plans

03 February 2021

The Health Secretary said the 2011 film illustrated the problems with vaccine allocation.


‘Inspiring’ Captain Sir Tom Moore’s legacy to be formally marked

‘Inspiring’ Captain Sir Tom Moore’s legacy to be formally marked

‘Inspiring’ Captain Sir Tom Moore’s legacy to be formally marked

03 February 2021

The veteran’s family said the last year of the 100-year-old’s life was ‘nothing short of remarkable’.


Oxford transmission data ‘will help us out of pandemic’, Hancock says

Oxford transmission data ‘will help us out of pandemic’, Hancock says

Oxford transmission data ‘will help us out of pandemic’, Hancock says

03 February 2021

There is still concern that new variants of coronavirus – which reduce the effectiveness of vaccines – could slow things down.


Hundreds of coronavirus vaccines wasted after fridge switched off

Hundreds of coronavirus vaccines wasted after fridge switched off

Hundreds of coronavirus vaccines wasted after fridge switched off

03 February 2021

Around 450 doses of the Pfizer jab had to be binned following a ‘power-related issue’ with a fridge at Montgomery Hall in Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham.


New Asda owners agree £3.5bn debt deal and petrol stations sale

New Asda owners agree £3.5bn debt deal and petrol stations sale

New Asda owners agree £3.5bn debt deal and petrol stations sale

03 February 2021

The Issa brothers and TDR said they also plan to sell some of Asda’s distribution network to property investors.


Carol Vorderman: Captain Sir Tom Moore ‘deserves stone in Westminster Abbey’

Carol Vorderman: Captain Sir Tom Moore ‘deserves stone in Westminster Abbey’

Carol Vorderman: Captain Sir Tom Moore ‘deserves stone in Westminster Abbey’

03 February 2021

She said the nation had ‘fallen in love with Captain Tom’.


Calf born through embryo transfer gives hope to rare semi-wild cattle breed

Calf born through embryo transfer gives hope to rare semi-wild cattle breed

Calf born through embryo transfer gives hope to rare semi-wild cattle breed

03 February 2021

Native livestock breeds are as much a part of biodiversity as wild animals, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust says.


Love Island’s Dr Alex George speaks of new role as youth mental health adviser

Love Island’s Dr Alex George speaks of new role as youth mental health adviser

Love Island’s Dr Alex George speaks of new role as youth mental health adviser

03 February 2021

Dr George said there is still a stigma about mental health issues but people should be prepared to discuss their problems.


‘Forensic focus’ needed to deliver Crossrail on time and on budget, report warns

‘Forensic focus’ needed to deliver Crossrail on time and on budget, report warns

‘Forensic focus’ needed to deliver Crossrail on time and on budget, report warns

03 February 2021

The new railway is four years behind schedule.


Santander warns of cost-cutting action as profits plunge 44%

Santander warns of cost-cutting action as profits plunge 44%

Santander warns of cost-cutting action as profits plunge 44%

03 February 2021

The banking group warned of further possible job losses and branch closures as it posted UK pre-tax profits of £552m for 2020.


Northern Ireland’s leaders condemn north Belfast murder

Northern Ireland’s leaders condemn north Belfast murder

Northern Ireland’s leaders condemn north Belfast murder

03 February 2021

A man died following a shooting in Cliftonville Road on Tuesday night.


‘Decisive action’ after reported social distancing breach by Sandhurst cadets

‘Decisive action’ after reported social distancing breach by Sandhurst cadets

‘Decisive action’ after reported social distancing breach by Sandhurst cadets

03 February 2021

Nearly 50 positive cases haven apparently been recorded among trainees and staff at the military academy in Berkshire.


Life in lockdown: How to make sure your home office is working for you

Life in lockdown: How to make sure your home office is working for you

Life in lockdown: How to make sure your home office is working for you

03 February 2021

Dedicating a small amount of time per week to ensuring clutter stays at a minimum will optimise any space you do have.


Hancock condemns ‘pathetic’ catcaller after Chris Whitty insulted in street

Hancock condemns ‘pathetic’ catcaller after Chris Whitty insulted in street

Hancock condemns ‘pathetic’ catcaller after Chris Whitty insulted in street

03 February 2021

The chief medical officer was repeatedly called a ‘liar’ in a video posted to TikTok.


Missing hiker’s partner says she would not have voluntarily disappeared

Missing hiker’s partner says she would not have voluntarily disappeared

Missing hiker’s partner says she would not have voluntarily disappeared

03 February 2021

Esther Dingley went missing while walking solo in the Pyrenees on November 22, and there has been no sign of her despite a major search.


UK and EU to meet Northern Ireland leaders amid protocol furore

UK and EU to meet Northern Ireland leaders amid protocol furore

UK and EU to meet Northern Ireland leaders amid protocol furore

03 February 2021

Post-Brexit inspections on goods entering Northern Ireland from Great Britain have been suspended amid concerns over the safety of officials.


Slump in roaming drives Vodafone revenues lower amid pandemic

Slump in roaming drives Vodafone revenues lower amid pandemic

Slump in roaming drives Vodafone revenues lower amid pandemic

03 February 2021

The company told investors that total revenues declined by 4.7% to 11.2bn euros (£9.9bn) for the third quarter of its current financial year.


Funeral arranger urges ‘recognition and reward’ for sector efforts amid pandemic

Funeral arranger urges ‘recognition and reward’ for sector efforts amid pandemic

Funeral arranger urges ‘recognition and reward’ for sector efforts amid pandemic

03 February 2021

Tracie Sharp said the funeral sector can be a ‘taxing environment’ when supporting bereaved loved ones.


Online traffic for advice with rodent problems jumps 37%

Online traffic for advice with rodent problems jumps 37%

Online traffic for advice with rodent problems jumps 37%

03 February 2021

Experts suggest part of the increase can be attributed to warmer weather, which can create favourable conditions for rats and mice.


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