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Coronavirus: Public need 'home truths' on economy - Hammond

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 08:37
The ex-chancellor says Boris Johnson must "do the right thing", even if it means risking unpopularity.

Mary Anning: Fossil hunter celebrated with Jurassic 50p coins

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 08:03
The 19th Century fossil hunter's achievements were often overlooked during her own lifetime.

Covid-19: Wedding venues 'booked up for two years'

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 06:34
Wedding planners in London are reporting a surge in bookings after it was announced lockdown rules were being eased.

Historic Edinburgh street to get European boulevard feel

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 06:09
Cars are set to be banned from George Street as part of transformation plans to open up the space.

Princess Latifa urges UK police to reopen sister's kidnap case

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 06:00
Dubai ruler's captive daughter writes to British police about her sister's abduction 20 years ago.

Insulate homes better or miss carbon targets, ministers told

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 02:51
The UK will never hit its carbon reduction targets unless a grant scheme is rescued, a watchdog says.

Covid-19: A-level and GCSE results to be decided by teachers

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 01:52
A combination of mock exams, coursework and essays will be used to decide grades in England this year.

Covid: Half with cancer signs didn't contact GP in first wave

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 01:22
Symptoms left unchecked included lumps, changes to moles and coughing up blood, a survey finds.

How 30,000 elephant 'selfies' will help in conservation

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:53
Researchers are developing new technology to help reduce human-elephant conflicts.

Mother and son become tap-dance lockdown sensation

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:14
Lizzi Gee and her eight-year-old son Rufus say tap routines are one positive to come out of lockdown.

Government urged to ensure convicted sex offenders cannot work as tutors

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:12
There has been an increase in private tuition during the pandemic but concerns remain about the checks in place.

Inside a domestic violence call centre

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:09
Calls to a major domestic violence charity increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic in 2020.

The disabled influencers making their mark on social media

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:09
Brands are starting to embrace social media influencers with disabilities to target the "purple pound".

UK 4G smartphone owners may be due £480m pay-out

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:03
Some 29 million people in the UK could be entitled to up to £30 back on Apple or Samsung smartphones.

Ikea aims to launch delayed 'Buy Back' scheme in UK

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:01
UK consumers will soon be able to sell back used items with the aim of reducing waste.

Budget 2021: 'If I have to pay £13,000, it will destroy my shop'

Thu, 02/25/2021 - 00:01
Struggling shops warn they may have to shut if business rates are brought back at the Budget.

Newspaper headlines: Teachers get 'sweeping powers' and Sunak's 'giveaway'

Wed, 02/24/2021 - 23:55
The papers focus on new rules to be announced later which will let teachers decide exam grades in England.

Marcus Rashford interview nets BBC scoop of the year at RTS awards

Wed, 02/24/2021 - 23:35
The England striker spoke about growing up in poverty as he campaigned for free school meals.

Covid in Scotland: What's the state of the epidemic?

Wed, 02/24/2021 - 23:16
Using World Health Organization measures, it is possible to chart Scotland's progress in tackling Covid-19.

Home education: Children 'failed' decade after boy's death

Wed, 02/24/2021 - 22:53
Little progress made to safeguard children taught at home in Wales despite a child dying, review says.

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