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.
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Covid-hit sports to receive £300m rescue package
Covid-hit sports will be eligible for funding from a new government initiative which provides £300m as a rescue package for those who need it.
Oxford Covid vaccine deemed safe and works well for the elderly
The Covid vaccine being produced by Oxford university in partnership with AsrtroZeneca has been deemed to be safe and is effective in the elderly.
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.
Easyjet registers record £1,27 bn loss
The airline reported a £1,27 bn loss this year amid coronavirus crisis.
Pfizer trials Covid vaccine in four US states
Pfizer has started a pilot delivery program for its Covid vaccine in four US states,
Mouthwash can kill Covid, according to research
The research conducted by Cardiff University showed how mouthwash can kill Covid in laboratory.
Matt Hancock was asked why he hasn’t resigned by Piers Morgan
Matt Hancock was asked why he hasn’t resigned as Health secretary yet by Piers Morgan during a 21 minute interview on Good Morning Britain.
Moderna reveals covid vaccine 94,5% effective
Moderna reveals great results from phase 3 of its covid vaccine, registering almost 95% effectiveness.
Boris Johnson self-isolates following close contact Covid-infected MP
Boris Johnson will self-isolate for the next two weeks at his Number 10 home because Tory MP Lee Anderson tested positive for Covid.
Christmas in UK will be very different this year, experts warn
Christmas will look very different this year due to food and toys shortages.
Grant Shapps hinted about self-isolation for travellers
The Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said that British people will be able to fly abroad thanks to a new regime of Covid-19 testing.
Four mild Covid symptoms you should not ignore
People should be aware of four lesser-known Covid symptoms associated with the virus which don’t appear on the NHS website.
Yorkshire Ripper dies From Covid aged 74
Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper, has died from Covid at the age of 74.
UK economy grows 15.5% but GDP still lower than before Covid
Britain’s economy grew by 15.5% between July and September.
50,000 covid deaths ‘should and could have been avoided’, BMA says
Top doctors say coronavirus deaths passing 50,000 is a sign of UK Government’s lack of preparation.
The UK could be the first nation vaccinated against Covid
The new vaccine could be ready by the end of the year: the experts are optimistics about its effectiveness.
Remembrance Day, Prince Charles attends ceremony
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla attended the invite-only event while people were encouraged to stay home.
Covid, seven areas in UK with the worst infection rates
Updated Public Health England figures show seven areas in the UK having the biggest infection rates in the country.
Covid: 782,000 people have lost their jobs in UK since March
The number of UK employees has decreased by 782,000 between March and October as a result of the Covid pandemic.
Here is the list of Pfizer Covid jab priority
The JCVI has made a priority list of those who are to vaccine immediately.