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Does Jackie Weaver have the authority? – Twitter’s alternative Census questions

Does Jackie Weaver have the authority? – Twitter’s alternative Census questions

Does Jackie Weaver have the authority? – Twitter’s alternative Census questions

22 March 2021

The once-in-a-decade event sparked a creative outpouring of alternative questions on social media.


BBC boss says broadcaster has ‘different purpose’ to streaming services

BBC boss says broadcaster has ‘different purpose’ to streaming services

BBC boss says broadcaster has ‘different purpose’ to streaming services

22 March 2021

He said the corporation should be ‘radically different’ to the online platforms.


May date set for scaled-back Queen’s Speech

May date set for scaled-back Queen’s Speech

May date set for scaled-back Queen’s Speech

22 March 2021

The royal procession into the House of Lords will be reduced and guests will be restricted for the State Opening of Parliament.


Former racing driver Marquess of Bute dies aged 62 after short illness

Former racing driver Marquess of Bute dies aged 62 after short illness

Former racing driver Marquess of Bute dies aged 62 after short illness

22 March 2021

John Bute spent much of his time on his namesake Scottish island and raced under the name Johnny Dumfries, winning Le Mans in 1988.


Doctors ignored concerns over seriously ill girl, parents claim at inquest

Doctors ignored concerns over seriously ill girl, parents claim at inquest

Doctors ignored concerns over seriously ill girl, parents claim at inquest

22 March 2021

Melody Driscoll died in July 2018 after years of serious illness.


US chicken chain Popeyes to launch first UK restaurants

US chicken chain Popeyes to launch first UK restaurants

US chicken chain Popeyes to launch first UK restaurants

22 March 2021

It said it has a goal of opening 350 UK restaurants over the next 10 years, after rapid growth in continental Europe in recent years.


Pregnant woman punched amid ‘spike’ in attacks on Jewish community

Pregnant woman punched amid ‘spike’ in attacks on Jewish community

Pregnant woman punched amid ‘spike’ in attacks on Jewish community

22 March 2021

The 20-year-old victim, who is around 28 weeks pregnant, was taken to hospital for treatment for minor injuries.


Ban on leaving UK amid new coronavirus laws in force next week

Ban on leaving UK amid new coronavirus laws in force next week

Ban on leaving UK amid new coronavirus laws in force next week

22 March 2021

Those who do not have a reasonable excuse could face a £5,000 fine, legal documents suggest.


PM praises nation’s ‘great spirit’ on day to mark Covid lockdown anniversary

PM praises nation’s ‘great spirit’ on day to mark Covid lockdown anniversary

PM praises nation’s ‘great spirit’ on day to mark Covid lockdown anniversary

22 March 2021

The nation will pause on Tuesday in remembrance of those who have died during the crisis as part of a national day of reflection.


Education Minister hails ‘very good day for young people’ as more pupils return

Education Minister hails ‘very good day for young people’ as more pupils return

Education Minister hails ‘very good day for young people’ as more pupils return

22 March 2021

Primary pupils in P4 to P7 and secondary school children in year groups 12 to 14 resumed face-to-face education on Monday morning.


Social costs of pandemic will be felt for a decade, report suggests

Social costs of pandemic will be felt for a decade, report suggests

Social costs of pandemic will be felt for a decade, report suggests

22 March 2021

Experts say significant intervention will be needed to avoid an acceleration towards poorer health, social and economic outcomes.


Report into whether Nicola Sturgeon breached ministerial code to be published

Report into whether Nicola Sturgeon breached ministerial code to be published

Report into whether Nicola Sturgeon breached ministerial code to be published

22 March 2021

The Scottish Government has received a report from James Hamilton who has been examining whether the First Minister breached the ministerial code.


South African president to join G7 summit as guest

South African president to join G7 summit as guest

South African president to join G7 summit as guest

22 March 2021

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has also invited Australia, India and South Korea to attend.


William made Lord High Commissioner by Queen for second year

William made Lord High Commissioner by Queen for second year

22 March 2021

The Duke of Cambridge will be the sovereign’s representative to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in 2021.


Boris Johnson to face Tory MPs ahead of lockdown votes

Boris Johnson to face Tory MPs ahead of lockdown votes

Boris Johnson to face Tory MPs ahead of lockdown votes

22 March 2021

The Prime Minister will address the 1922 Committee of Conservative backbenchers on Tuesday.


Trawling ban off Sussex coast raises hope of recovery for once-vast kelp forest

Trawling ban off Sussex coast raises hope of recovery for once-vast kelp forest

Trawling ban off Sussex coast raises hope of recovery for once-vast kelp forest

22 March 2021

Campaigners have hailed a new bylaw that protects more than 100 square miles of seabed from trawling gear as a move to ‘rewild’ the sea.


‘Speechless’ hiker spots rare Brocken spectre weather phenomenon in Wales

‘Speechless’ hiker spots rare Brocken spectre weather phenomenon in Wales

‘Speechless’ hiker spots rare Brocken spectre weather phenomenon in Wales

22 March 2021

The rare weather quirk was spotted by Liam Roberts on a mountain in North Wales.


Trump-owned social platform ‘may feed his ego but will not be as big as Twitter’

Trump-owned social platform ‘may feed his ego but will not be as big as Twitter’

Trump-owned social platform ‘may feed his ego but will not be as big as Twitter’

22 March 2021

Former president’s senior adviser Jason Miller claims Trump will be back online with ‘his own platform’ in around two to three months.


What rules will UK holidaymakers face in summer hotspots?

What rules will UK holidaymakers face in summer hotspots?

What rules will UK holidaymakers face in summer hotspots?

22 March 2021

Several popular destinations have announced plans for the return of tourists from the UK this summer.


Scottish Government publishes draft Bill for second independence vote

Scottish Government publishes draft Bill for second independence vote

Scottish Government publishes draft Bill for second independence vote

22 March 2021

Constitution Secretary Mike Russell said that ‘Scotland’s future should be Scotland’s choice’.


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