Politics
Johnson’s senior black adviser quits after a racism report
Samuel Kasumu decided to resign after a report defined the UK a global model of equality and said that it’s not institutionally racist.
Peers spur Boris Johnson to reopen EU talks while Patel submits an “immigration overhaul”
While Boris Johnson is asked to reopen EU talks on services sector, Patel is discussing her widely criticized immigration plan in the afternoon.
Pay increase for NHS workers: Starmer urges the Parliament to vote for it
Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, demanded MPs to vote on pay rise for NHS workers. He accused Boris Johnson of “breaking promises”: the Government has proposed giving NHS staff a 1 per cent pay rise, despite an expectation of 2.1 per cent.
Boris Johnson roadmap revealed
Holidays in the UK will be allowed from April 12, along with outdoor drinking and dining at pub gardens and al fresco restaurants.
Matt Hancock agrees with countries forcing Facebook to pay for news
Facebook has already pulled out its news content in Australia after politicians forced tech businesses to pay for using news.
Matt Hancock’s neighbour under investigation over Covid contract
Bourne signed a multi-million pound contract to supply two million medical grade test tubes a week to the NHS.
Families allow reuniting from March 29 outdoors
Separated families will be able to travel long distances in England to reunite from March 29 – but only outside, a Tory minister indicated today.
Boris Johnson to lead a press conference
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to hold a Downing Street press conference at 5pm on February, 15 2021 after the UK hit its 15m vaccine target two days early.
Jail threat for Covid red list rule-breakers criticised
The 10-year jail sentence for Brits who lie about travelling to high-risk Covid countries has been criticised.
Matt Hancock to hold Covid press conference today
Matt Hancock will lead a Covid conference press today.
Brexit, Simon Coveney : “Northern Ireland Protocol won’t be changed”
Simon Coveney said that although there were problems with implementation, the protocol contained “flexibilities”.
Boris Johnson Hailed Covid vaccination programme in the care home
Boris Johnson Hailed Covid vaccination programme: a covid vaccine has been offered to residents at every eligible care home in England.
Hancock to give important update in Downing Street press conference
Sources say Hancock will reveal a great news about Covid figures in the UK with the target of vaccinations almost reached.
Boris Johnson to visit Scotland to promote the union
Boris Johnson is set to visit Scotland where he will emphasise the strength of the UK working together against the Covid.
Boris Johnson to sign off new border plan against covid variants today
The Government’s ‘Covid-O committee’ will have to decide whether tougher border measures will apply to some travellers or to all of them.
Ministers non-committal on reopening schools in England after Easter
Gavin Williamson, the education secretary, who has said schools will be given a minimum of two weeks’ notice to plan their reopening.
Covid, Government considering offering £500 payment to those self-isolating
A £500 Covid payment for people required to self-isolate is among the suggestions in a document from the Department of Health.
Matt Hancock self-isolating after being pinged by NHS Covid app
Matt Hancock has announced that he is self-isolating at home after being contacted by the NHS Covid-19 app. He will isolate until Sunday.
Matt Hancock says lockdown will be in place as long as required
Matt Hancock said that it was “impossible to know” when restrictions will be relaxed.
Rashford slams free school meal packages as ‘not good enough’
The Manchester United star slammed free school meal packages after a mum posted pictures of the parcels online.
Boris Johnson seen cycling far from Downing Street
Boris Johnson was seen cycling seven miles away from Downing Street around the Olympic Park on Sunday afternoon, as further restrictions are discussed.
Boris Johnson to talk about the vaccine roll-out during a press conference
Rumour is that he will approach the vaccine roll-out as if it was a military operation. Details during the press conference.