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900-year-old coin found in farmer’s field could sell for up to £7,000

900-year-old coin found in farmer’s field could sell for up to £7,000

900-year-old coin found in farmer’s field could sell for up to £7,000

22 October 2020

The penny was issued between 1139 and 1148 during a period of civil war in England.


The new coronavirus support package: How does it compare to other schemes?

The new coronavirus support package: How does it compare to other schemes?

The new coronavirus support package: How does it compare to other schemes?

22 October 2020

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled his latest scheme to help workers suffering due to the economic impact of coronavirus.


Combination of measures ‘shows greatest effect reducing Covid-19 transmission’

Combination of measures ‘shows greatest effect reducing Covid-19 transmission’

Combination of measures ‘shows greatest effect reducing Covid-19 transmission’

22 October 2020

Researchers say that a comprehensive package of measures – similar to a lockdown – could reduce the R number by 52%.


Off-duty paramedic gives CPR to his wife after she collapses at home

Off-duty paramedic gives CPR to his wife after she collapses at home

Off-duty paramedic gives CPR to his wife after she collapses at home

22 October 2020

The family are encouraging people to learn how to perform CPR.


Sewage tests successfully detect coronavirus to reveal local hotspots – Defra

Sewage tests successfully detect coronavirus to reveal local hotspots – Defra

Sewage tests successfully detect coronavirus to reveal local hotspots – Defra

22 October 2020

22% of the population is currently covered by the programme, with plans to roll it out further.


Don’t put back the clocks amid Covid-19 challenges, urges Squeeze star

Don’t put back the clocks amid Covid-19 challenges, urges Squeeze star

Don’t put back the clocks amid Covid-19 challenges, urges Squeeze star

22 October 2020

Chris Difford believes an extra hour of daylight in the afternoons would help people’s mental health during the pressures of Covid-19.


Harry Dunn’s alleged killer applies to dismiss US civil claim

Harry Dunn’s alleged killer applies to dismiss US civil claim

Harry Dunn’s alleged killer applies to dismiss US civil claim

22 October 2020

Anne Sacoolas’s lawyers previously admitted she was driving on the wrong side of the road before the crash in Northamptonshire in August last year.


NHS Test and Trace performance continues to slump

NHS Test and Trace performance continues to slump

NHS Test and Trace performance continues to slump

22 October 2020

Data shows 15.1% of people tested at a centre for Covid-19 in England got their result back in 24 hours.


Art by blind veterans to go under the e-hammer

Art by blind veterans to go under the e-hammer

Art by blind veterans to go under the e-hammer

22 October 2020

The unique pieces were created by former servicemen and servicewomen as part of their rehabilitation.


Pianist to highlight musicians’ plight with special York Minster concert

Pianist to highlight musicians’ plight with special York Minster concert

Pianist to highlight musicians’ plight with special York Minster concert

22 October 2020

Ke Ma will play Debussy and Chopin at the famous cathedral on Thursday evening.


Jacob Rees-Mogg channels Peppa Pig to praise World Puddle Jumping Championships

Jacob Rees-Mogg channels Peppa Pig to praise World Puddle Jumping Championships

Jacob Rees-Mogg channels Peppa Pig to praise World Puddle Jumping Championships

22 October 2020

The Commons Leader said the event is a ‘brilliant idea’.


Germany requires UK visitors to quarantine or take coronavirus test

Germany requires UK visitors to quarantine or take coronavirus test

Germany requires UK visitors to quarantine or take coronavirus test

22 October 2020

Those who are tested on arrival must self-isolate until they receive their result.


Sunak pledges billions to support firms and workers hit by coronavirus restrictions

Sunak pledges billions to support firms and workers hit by coronavirus restrictions

Sunak pledges billions to support firms and workers hit by coronavirus restrictions

22 October 2020

The Chancellor said he hoped the support would help the country in ‘pulling together’ over the coming months.


Scottish pupils ranked fourth in global issues study involving 27 nations

Scottish pupils ranked fourth in global issues study involving 27 nations

Scottish pupils ranked fourth in global issues study involving 27 nations

22 October 2020

Youngsters were also found to be more empathetic towards immigrants than young people elsewhere around the world.


iPhone launch at Apple stores will ‘feel different’ because of coronavirus

iPhone launch at Apple stores will ‘feel different’ because of coronavirus

iPhone launch at Apple stores will ‘feel different’ because of coronavirus

22 October 2020

The tech giant’s head of retail and people said the phone maker is ready to welcome customers in different ways this year because of the pandemic.


School offers £15 to families of free meals pupils to help over holidays

School offers £15 to families of free meals pupils to help over holidays

School offers £15 to families of free meals pupils to help over holidays

22 October 2020

School head Marianne Allan said it was the right thing to do after MPs voted against a measure on Thursday night.


Aerospace slump hitting manufacturing although signs of growth elsewhere – CBI

Aerospace slump hitting manufacturing although signs of growth elsewhere – CBI

Aerospace slump hitting manufacturing although signs of growth elsewhere – CBI

22 October 2020

The latest Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Industrial Trends Survey showed volumes continue to fall but orders are flat overall.


Legislation brought forward to fine lorry drivers who enter Kent without permit

Legislation brought forward to fine lorry drivers who enter Kent without permit

Legislation brought forward to fine lorry drivers who enter Kent without permit

22 October 2020

The Department for Transport said the move will help reduce the risk of disruption after the Brexit transition period ends on December 31.


Zero alcohol Guinness launched after four-year development process

Zero alcohol Guinness launched after four-year development process

Zero alcohol Guinness launched after four-year development process

22 October 2020

The Irish brewer insists taste has not been compromised in its alcohol-free black stuff.


Boris Becker accused of failing to hand over Wimbledon trophies to settle debts

Boris Becker accused of failing to hand over Wimbledon trophies to settle debts

Boris Becker accused of failing to hand over Wimbledon trophies to settle debts

22 October 2020

The former tennis ace appeared at Southwark Crown Court in London on Thursday over a series of criminal charges relating to his bankruptcy.


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