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Rishi Sunak Tells Covid Inquiry 'Eat Out To Help Out' Was The 'Right Thing To Do'
Rishi Sunak Tells Covid Inquiry 'Eat Out To Help Out' Was The "Right Thing To Do"
Coronavirus
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has defended his own decision-making as chancellor during the Covid-19 pandemic, and told the Covid Inquiry that the Eat Out To Help Scheme was the "right thing to do".
Boris Johnson Denies His Approach To Covid-19 Was 'Let It Rip'
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson Denies His Approach To Covid-19 Was "Let It Rip"
Boris Johnson Blames 'Default Mindset' For Failings In Government's Early Response To Covid-19 Pandemic
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson Blames "Default Mindset" For Failings In Government's Early Response To Covid-19 Pandemic
Matt Hancock Admits His Covid Rulebreaking Was Damaging To Public Confidence
Coronavirus
Matt Hancock Admits His Covid Rulebreaking Was Damaging To Public Confidence
Matt Hancock Says Health Department 'Rose To The Challenge' Of Covid-19 Pandemic
Coronavirus
Matt Hancock Says Health Department "Rose To The Challenge" Of Covid-19 Pandemic
Michael Gove Says Cabinet Office Was Inherently 'Dysfunctional' During Pandemic
Coronavirus
Michael Gove Says Cabinet Office Was Inherently "Dysfunctional" During Pandemic
Chris Whitty Says Government Was 'Too Late' To Act In First Wave Of Covid-19 Pandemic
Coronavirus
Chris Whitty Says Government Was "Too Late" To Act In First Wave Of Covid-19 Pandemic
Opinion
Is the UK ready for the next pandemic? Partner content
Coronavirus
By Coalition for Global Prosperity
Is the UK ready for the next pandemic?
Are we ready for the next Covid?
Coronavirus
By Zoe Crowther
Are we ready for the next Covid?
Covid-19 Inquiry: Children deserve a proper explanation for what went on during the pandemic
Coronavirus
By Dan Paskins
Covid-19 Inquiry: Children deserve a proper explanation for what went on during the pandemic
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Labour Row Over “Brain Dead” NI Exemption for Indian Workers In Trade Deal
Labour Row Over “Brain Dead” NI Exemption for Indian Workers In Trade Deal
Economy
‘Amexit’ must force us to rethink Brexit
‘Amexit’ must force us to rethink Brexit
By Liam Byrne MP
Brexit
If we don't change, we will lose
If we don't change, we will lose
By Graeme Downie MP
Political parties
Labour’s response to grooming gangs misses the point – why would councils want to expose their own failings?
Labour’s response to grooming gangs misses the point – why would councils want to expose their own failings?
By Baroness Fox
Home affairs
PM Says Criticism Of India Trade Deal Is 'Incoherent Nonsense'
PM Says Criticism Of India Trade Deal Is "Incoherent Nonsense"
Economy
Richard Parker Interview: I Don't Care About A Brand, I Care About Values
Richard Parker Interview: I Don't Care About A Brand, I Care About Values
Communities
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What's Going On With The Row Over Boris Johnson's Covid Messages?
Coronavirus
What's Going On With The Row Over Boris Johnson's Covid Messages?
A row has exploded between the government and the inquiry into its response to the Covid pandemic in recent days over how much access inquiry chair Baroness Hallett should have to Boris Johnson's private messages and diaries from the time.
Out of office – how the pandemic has changed the face of British high streets
Coronavirus
By Chaminda Jayanetti
Out of office – how the pandemic has changed the face of British high streets
Exclusive analysis by The House reveals how the pandemic has accelerated a leap in office vacancies in London and the Home Counties. What impact will the trend have on our high streets – and the future of work?
Brexit Has Left A £30m Funding Black Hole At Medicines Regulator
Coronavirus
Brexit Has Left A £30m Funding Black Hole At Medicines Regulator
The UK's medicines regulator has privately warned it has lost tens of millions in revenue as a result of Brexit changes.
Coronavirus news
Coronavirus
By Save the Children
First case of COVID-19 reported by authorities in Yemen: "This is the moment we all feared"
Today, the first case of Covid-19 was confirmed in Yemen. This is a moment we all feared, and were hoping to avoid, because Yemen is critically under-equipped to face this virus.
Rishi Sunak facing calls to speed up coronavirus business loans amid warnings a ‘tiny fraction’ of firms are getting help
Coronavirus
Rishi Sunak facing calls to speed up coronavirus business loans amid warnings a ‘tiny fraction’ of firms are getting help
Rishi Sunak is facing fresh demands to beef up a scheme designed to help businesses through the coronavirus shutdown, amid warnings that just a “tiny fraction” of firms are getting the help they need to stave off collapse.
Coronavirus
By Equality and Human Rights Commission
EHRC response to OBR forecast
If the OBR forecasts are correct, the difficult economic decisions that will need to be taken must seek to ensure that existing inequalities are not exacerbated and cemented into our economy for the future.
Coronavirus: DWP looking to recruit 5,000 benefits claimants to handle surge in Universal Credit claims
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: DWP looking to recruit 5,000 benefits claimants to handle surge in Universal Credit claims
Thousands of benefit claimants could be recruited by the Government to help deal with a surge in Universal Credit claims as a result of the coronavirus lockdown, it has emerged.
Coronavirus
By Bar Council
Unrealistic" that police and CPS could continue as though Covid-19 doesn't exist, says Bar Council
We cannot afford as a society to shut down or put off justice until the pandemic disappears.”
As Covid-19 grips the country, we need a well chaired BEIS committee to scrutinise government
Coronavirus
By Angela Eagle MP
As Covid-19 grips the country, we need a well chaired BEIS committee to scrutinise government
This week, we are running articles from the MPs vying to be the new chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee. Angela Eagle says she is "hugely experienced in relevant complex economic briefs working as a treasury minister and shadowing BEIS in Opposition."
Tory grandee Lord Hague says coronavirus crisis shows China can’t be relied on
Coronavirus
Tory grandee Lord Hague says coronavirus crisis shows China can’t be relied on
Britain cannot stay “strategically dependent” on China in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic, according to Conservative grandee William Hague.
Matt Hancock vows testing for all care home residents showing coronavirus symptoms amid fears death toll is surging
Coronavirus
Matt Hancock vows testing for all care home residents showing coronavirus symptoms amid fears death toll is surging
All care home residents and staff displaying coronavirus symptoms are to be tested for the illness amid mounting fears it has already claimed thousands of lives in the sector.
Keir Starmer demands government publishes its coronavirus lockdown exit strategy this week
Coronavirus
Keir Starmer demands government publishes its coronavirus lockdown exit strategy this week
Keir Starmer has called on the Government to publish its plan for exiting the UK's coronavirus lockdown.
'Virtual' Prime Minister's Questions to take place via videolink as coronavirus lockdown continues, Lindsay Hoyle reveals
Coronavirus
'Virtual' Prime Minister's Questions to take place via videolink as coronavirus lockdown continues, Lindsay Hoyle reveals
MPs will ask the Prime Minister questions via videolink during the coronavirus lockdown, Lindsay Hoyle has revealed.
Coronavirus
By IPSE
Nearly half of self-employed fear they will not have enough money to cover basic costs despite government support
New research by IPSE (the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed) has found that almost half (45%) of the self-employed fear they will not have enough money to cover basic costs like rent and bills during the Coronavirus crisis, despite the government support on offer. Overall, two thirds (66%) also say they are worried they will burn through all their savings in the next three months.
Coronavirus
By Alzheimer’s Society
Alzheimer's Society responds to recent figures from the Office for National Statistics on coronavirus deaths in care homes
The news from the Office for National Statistics that coronavirus deaths are so much higher than thought, with hundreds of previously unannounced deaths in care homes, will be a massive worry for families living with dementia across the UK.
Number 10 shoots down claim coronavirus PPE is being diverted from Scotland as Nicola Sturgeon demands investigation
Coronavirus
Number 10 shoots down claim coronavirus PPE is being diverted from Scotland as Nicola Sturgeon demands investigation
Downing Street has rejected claims that the Government is telling manufacturers of personal protective equipment to prioritise England over Scotland as the UK fights the coronavirus.
Coronavirus
By Glass and Glazing Federation
GGF gets Government clarification on essential workers
As the COVID-19 crisis and the subsequent lockdown has intensified the Glass and Glazing Federation has been asked by many Member companies for clarification on whether they should or should not remain open for business.
Coronavirus
By Glass and Glazing Federation
GGF urges Chancellor to improve financial support
Following an internal review of the Government’s financial support packages, the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has formally written to The Chancellor of the Exchequer highlighting the current cash flow crisis in the glass and glazing industry, caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Coronavirus: UK economy could shrink by record 35% as unemployment soars by two million, finance watchdog warns
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: UK economy could shrink by record 35% as unemployment soars by two million, finance watchdog warns
The UK economy is set for a record contraction with as many as two million more people facing unemployment in the wake of the coronavirus shutdown, the government's finance watchdog has warned.
Coronavirus
By British Plastics Federation
Plastics industry shines in fight against Covid-19
The UK plastics industry is playing a key role in the fight against COVID-19, with many companies going to great lengths to meet sudden spikes in demand for key products, ranging from medical packaging to components for ventilators.
As the coronavirus crisis continues, we need a BEIS chair and committee that backs Britain’s businesses
Coronavirus
By Stella Creasy MP
As the coronavirus crisis continues, we need a BEIS chair and committee that backs Britain’s businesses
This week, we will be running articles from the MPs vying to be the new chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee. Stella Creasy says she has the experience to ensure the BEIS committee can be the constructive forum our constituents and representatives need.
Coronavirus
By Heathrow
Heathrow serves as vital airbridge for the UK amid COVID crisis
Heathrow continues to serve the nation by keeping vital supply lines open, and helping people get home.
Doctors’ union blasts ‘unforgivable’ shortage of protective gowns for NHS staff at risk of coronavirus
Coronavirus
Doctors’ union blasts ‘unforgivable’ shortage of protective gowns for NHS staff at risk of coronavirus
The supply of vital protective gowns needed to treat coronavirus patients “has faltered to the point where many trusts may soon run out”, a doctors’ union has warned.
Anger as government reveals more than one in ten care homes now have coronavirus cases
Coronavirus
Anger as government reveals more than one in ten care homes now have coronavirus cases
Ministers are under mounting pressure to protect care homes from the coronavirus as the Chief Medical Officer revealed that almost 100 of them had been affected in just 24 hours.
Vast majority of Brits back coronavirus lockdown - despite believing it will take years for economy to recover
Coronavirus
Vast majority of Brits back coronavirus lockdown - despite believing it will take years for economy to recover
An overwhelming majority of British people back the coronavirus lockdown, even though they believe it will take years for the economy to recover.
We need reforms to make gambling safer during the coronavirus lockdown and beyond Partner content
Coronavirus
By Gambling With Lives
We need reforms to make gambling safer during the coronavirus lockdown and beyond
Gambling with Lives are calling for the introduction of effective policies to make gambling safer through the coronavirus crisis and beyond.
Scrap migrant welfare ban or make coronavirus spread worse, Priti Patel warned
Coronavirus
Scrap migrant welfare ban or make coronavirus spread worse, Priti Patel warned
The Home Office should immediately scrap a ban on some migrants accessing benefits and housing assistance or risk making the spread of coronavirus worse, Priti Patel has been told.
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Journey to Safety: Combatting Disability Hate Crime on Public Transport
2025
Surveyor's House, 12 Great George Street, SW1P 3AD
Journey to Safety: Combatting Disability Hate Crime on Public Transport
Starmer: One Year On
2025
Online
Starmer: One Year On
Net Zero Week in Parliament 2025
2025
Portcullis House
Net Zero Week in Parliament 2025