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Westminster Abbey service to mark 80th anniversary of Battle of Britain

Westminster Abbey service to mark 80th anniversary of Battle of Britain

Westminster Abbey service to mark 80th anniversary of Battle of Britain

20 September 2020

It will be the first major service to take place at the venue since March.


Thousands fined for breaking ‘unclear’ lockdown rules, MPs warn

Thousands fined for breaking ‘unclear’ lockdown rules, MPs warn

Thousands fined for breaking ‘unclear’ lockdown rules, MPs warn

20 September 2020

The Joint Committee on Human Rights said it was ‘unacceptable’ that ‘many thousands’ were receiving fixed penalty notices with no means of redress.


UK-US travel restrictions will cost £11bn in 2020 – report

UK-US travel restrictions will cost £11bn in 2020 – report

UK-US travel restrictions will cost £11bn in 2020 – report

20 September 2020

A report on the economic impact of the reduction in transatlantic travel was commissioned by leading aviation industry firms.


Counsellors and psychologists vital for Covid-19 rehab, says expert

Counsellors and psychologists vital for Covid-19 rehab, says expert

Counsellors and psychologists vital for Covid-19 rehab, says expert

20 September 2020

Dr Michael Beckles, consultant respiratory and general physician, has seen a number of patients suffering from persistent symptoms.


‘Rush hour returns’ after schools reopen

‘Rush hour returns’ after schools reopen

‘Rush hour returns’ after schools reopen

20 September 2020

Traffic during the peak drop-off period between 8am and 9am is back to pre-pandemic levels.


Manufacturing forecast to contract by 10% due to virus crisis

Manufacturing forecast to contract by 10% due to virus crisis

Manufacturing forecast to contract by 10% due to virus crisis

20 September 2020

A no-deal Brexit would further damage investment prospects, research suggests.


What the papers say – September 20

What the papers say – September 20

What the papers say – September 20

20 September 2020

The announcement of tougher punishments for self-isolation breaches dominates the nation’s papers.


Khan presses for new Covid controls for London as infections rise

Khan presses for new Covid controls for London as infections rise

Khan presses for new Covid controls for London as infections rise

19 September 2020

London mayor considers a return to working from home as new modelling shows capital just days behind Northern hotspots.


Sir Keir Starmer: Put children ‘at the front of the queue’ for Covid tests

Sir Keir Starmer: Put children ‘at the front of the queue’ for Covid tests

Sir Keir Starmer: Put children ‘at the front of the queue’ for Covid tests

19 September 2020

The Labour leader says pupils should not be ‘robbed of an education’ due to a shortage of tests.


Self-isolate or face a fine of up to £10,000, warns Johnson

Self-isolate or face a fine of up to £10,000, warns Johnson

Self-isolate or face a fine of up to £10,000, warns Johnson

19 September 2020

The Prime Minister announces a new legal duty on people in England with Covid -19 to self-isolate.


Britons to bask in 26C heat to finish weekend as police Covid warnings continue

Britons to bask in 26C heat to finish weekend as police Covid warnings continue

Britons to bask in 26C heat to finish weekend as police Covid warnings continue

19 September 2020

Sunday is expected to be warm and sunny with police officers urging people not to gather in groups of more than six.


Police condemn ‘unacceptable’ outbreaks of hostility at anti-vax protest

Police condemn ‘unacceptable’ outbreaks of hostility at anti-vax protest

Police condemn ‘unacceptable’ outbreaks of hostility at anti-vax protest

19 September 2020

The London landmark was cleared of protesters after 5pm.


Doctors call for stronger Covid-19 measures to avoid national lockdown

Doctors call for stronger Covid-19 measures to avoid national lockdown

Doctors call for stronger Covid-19 measures to avoid national lockdown

19 September 2020

The BMA said recent coronavirus restrictions have been inadequate.


Meghan pays tribute to ‘woman of brilliance’ Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Meghan pays tribute to ‘woman of brilliance’ Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Meghan pays tribute to ‘woman of brilliance’ Ruth Bader Ginsburg

19 September 2020

The Duchess of Sussex said the liberal judge and feminist icon has been an inspiration to her since she was a girl.


Police warn anti-vax and anti-lockdown protesters to disperse or face arrest

Police warn anti-vax and anti-lockdown protesters to disperse or face arrest

Police warn anti-vax and anti-lockdown protesters to disperse or face arrest

19 September 2020

Scotland Yard said the large crowds of people are ‘putting themselves and others at risk’.


Boy suffers ‘potentially life-changing’ injuries in swing incident

Boy suffers ‘potentially life-changing’ injuries in swing incident

Boy suffers ‘potentially life-changing’ injuries in swing incident

19 September 2020

Sussex Police are seeking four boys involved in the incident in Worthing park.


Police and protesters clash at anti-vax demonstration

Police and protesters clash at anti-vax demonstration

Police and protesters clash at anti-vax demonstration

19 September 2020

Hundreds descended on Trafalgar Square.


Hundreds of British paratroopers drop into Ukraine for joint exercise

Hundreds of British paratroopers drop into Ukraine for joint exercise

Hundreds of British paratroopers drop into Ukraine for joint exercise

19 September 2020

Some 250 soldiers from Colchester-based 16 Air Assault Brigade dropped into the country.


Woman falls from moving car on M25 while filming Snapchat video

Woman falls from moving car on M25 while filming Snapchat video

Woman falls from moving car on M25 while filming Snapchat video

19 September 2020

The incident occurred between junction six and the Clacket Lane Services in the early hours of Saturday.


Michelle O’Neill to be interviewed by police over Bobby Storey funeral

Michelle O’Neill to be interviewed by police over Bobby Storey funeral

Michelle O’Neill to be interviewed by police over Bobby Storey funeral

19 September 2020

Sinn Fein has confirmed the Deputy First Minister and other party members will co-operate with the police probe.


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