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Government Loses Legal Challenge To Avoid Handing Over Boris Johnson's Covid WhatsApps
Government Loses Legal Challenge To Avoid Handing Over Boris Johnson's Covid WhatsApps
Coronavirus
The Cabinet Office has lost a legal challenge to allow them to withhold Boris Johnson's unredacted WhatsApp messages from the Covid inquiry, after it previously claimed they were "unambiguously irrelevant".
Rishi Sunak Tells Covid Inquiry 'Eat Out To Help Out' Was The 'Right Thing To Do'
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Rishi Sunak Tells Covid Inquiry 'Eat Out To Help Out' Was The "Right Thing To Do"
Boris Johnson Denies His Approach To Covid-19 Was 'Let It Rip'
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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
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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
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Matt Hancock Admits His Covid Rulebreaking Was Damaging To Public Confidence
Matt Hancock Says Health Department 'Rose To The Challenge' Of Covid-19 Pandemic
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Matt Hancock Says Health Department "Rose To The Challenge" Of Covid-19 Pandemic
Michael Gove Says Cabinet Office Was Inherently 'Dysfunctional' During Pandemic
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Michael Gove Says Cabinet Office Was Inherently "Dysfunctional" During Pandemic
Opinion
Is the UK ready for the next pandemic? Partner content
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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 MPs Demand Colleagues Lose Whip Over Palestine Action Vote
Labour MPs Demand Colleagues Lose Whip Over Palestine Action Vote
Foreign affairs
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Energy
Rachel Reeves: Hero of the Left
Rachel Reeves: Hero of the Left
By Tim Leunig
Political parties
One Year After The General Election: Where Are Former MPs Now?
One Year After The General Election: Where Are Former MPs Now?
Political parties
House of Lords To Move To QEII Centre While Parliament Restored
House of Lords To Move To QEII Centre While Parliament Restored
Parliament
Welfare Bill Passes House Of Commons Vote After Day Of Pain For Government
Welfare Bill Passes House Of Commons Vote After Day Of Pain For Government
Health
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What's Going On With The Row Over Boris Johnson's Covid Messages?
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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
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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
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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.
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Wanting Children Back In School Does Not Make You A Lockdown Sceptic, MPs Warn
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Wanting Children Back In School Does Not Make You A Lockdown Sceptic, MPs Warn
The push to get children back into the classroom should not be seen as part of ‘anti-lockdown’ scepticism, a senior Tory has warned.
Almost Four Out Of Five Over-80s Have Received A Covid Vaccine But Lockdown Must Continue, Matt Hancock Says
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Almost Four Out Of Five Over-80s Have Received A Covid Vaccine But Lockdown Must Continue, Matt Hancock Says
The Health Secretary said one in nine adults in the UK had now received the jab, but warned the NHS was still under "intense pressure" following surging hospitalisations.
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By Glass and Glazing Federation
GGF issues revised guidance on house selling during lockdown in England
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has issued revised guidance for Home Improvement companies and sub-contractors operating in England during the current National Lockdown, following confirmation from Government officials of a new interpretation of the guidance for in-house selling during the pandemic.
What Quarantine Hotels Cost In Other Countries As UK Scheme Looks Likely To Get Go Ahead
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What Quarantine Hotels Cost In Other Countries As UK Scheme Looks Likely To Get Go Ahead
“Quarantine hotels” for overseas visitors to the UK are expected to be approved tomorrow. Similar measures in Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong cost up to £2,600.
Government Challenged To Explain Its Schools Reopening Plan As 'Dismayed' MPs Warn They Cannot Stay Closed Until Easter
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Government Challenged To Explain Its Schools Reopening Plan As "Dismayed" MPs Warn They Cannot Stay Closed Until Easter
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson is expected to announce this week that schools will not reopen immediately after the February half term.
The UK Is A “Long, Long Way” From Lifting Tough Coronavirus Restrictions, Matt Hancock Says
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The UK Is A “Long, Long Way” From Lifting Tough Coronavirus Restrictions, Matt Hancock Says
Those hoping for lockdown measures to be eased soon have had their hopes dashed this morning after Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the UK was still a "long, long way" from being able to lift the toughest measures.
A Tory Lockdown Revolt Is Looming As MPs Threaten To Rebel If Vaccine Target Is Hit With No Exit Plan
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A Tory Lockdown Revolt Is Looming As MPs Threaten To Rebel If Vaccine Target Is Hit With No Exit Plan
The government is being told by a growing number of its own MPs that a plan to remove coronavirus restrictions must be published if the vaccine target is reached next month – or face a Commons rebellion.
New Variant Of Covid-19 Could Be More Deadly Than Previous Strains, Boris Johnson Says
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New Variant Of Covid-19 Could Be More Deadly Than Previous Strains, Boris Johnson Says
The Prime Minister has said the mutant variant of Covid-19 first discovered in the UK is believed to be more deadly than the previously identified versions.
Vaccine Supply Will Be Increased In Areas Of The UK Falling Behind On Priority Groups
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Vaccine Supply Will Be Increased In Areas Of The UK Falling Behind On Priority Groups
Areas of the country that have not inoculated as many people in the top priority groups compared to regions like the North East and Yorkshire will receive a boost to vaccine supplies.
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Coronavirus
By Royal College of Emergency Medicine
RCEM releases latest Emergency Department Winter Flow Report
The report shows that there were 50,966 attendances (down from 52,785 the previous week), average Four Hour Standard Performance was 70.03% (up from 69.57% the previous week) and the number of 12 hour waits was 2,550 (down from 2,935 the previous week).
Government must put BAME communities at the heart of the Covid vaccination drive
Coronavirus
By Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP
Government must put BAME communities at the heart of the Covid vaccination drive
Employment and housing circumstances of people from BAME communities place them in contact with more people and heighten their risk of getting Covid-19. Government needs to treat race as a Covid risk factor.
Priti Patel Announces £6,400 House Party Fine In Crackdown On People Breaking Lockdown
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Priti Patel Announces £6,400 House Party Fine In Crackdown On People Breaking Lockdown
The government will introduce tougher new penalties for attending parties during lockdown with fines of up to £6,400 for persistent offenders.
Nearly Two Thirds Of People Back The £20-A-Week Increase In Universal Credit
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Nearly Two Thirds Of People Back The £20-A-Week Increase In Universal Credit
Exclusive polling for PoliticsHome has revealed 62 percent of people polled are in favour of the government keeping the £20-a-week increase in Universal Credit welfare payments beyond March 2021.
Coronavirus Infection Rates Could Have Seen A 'Recent Uptick', A New Study Warns
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Coronavirus Infection Rates Could Have Seen A "Recent Uptick", A New Study Warns
A major study led by Imperial College London has found that coronavirus infections did not slow and may have actually increased during the first 10 days of the latest national lockdown measures.
Gavin Williamson Claims No One Could Have Predicted Schools Would Have To Close In January
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Gavin Williamson Claims No One Could Have Predicted Schools Would Have To Close In January
Gavin Williamson has promised that teachers and parents will get two-weeks notice before schools reopen after claiming no one could have predicted their closure earlier this month.
The government should provide full salary and a bonus for people self-isolating
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By Munira Wilson MP
The government should provide full salary and a bonus for people self-isolating
The government’s self-isolation system is weak and inadequate. The government needs to empower those struggling to do the right thing by providing support and resources.
Andy Burnham Rejects Suggestion Government Could Decide Which Regions Can Re-Open Schools First
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Andy Burnham Rejects Suggestion Government Could Decide Which Regions Can Re-Open Schools First
The mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has called on government to publish a date for when all schools can start to re-open rather than deciding on a regional basis.
Exclusive: Vaccine Appointment Company Among Those Slated By Finance Watchdog Over Test and Trace
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Exclusive: Vaccine Appointment Company Among Those Slated By Finance Watchdog Over Test and Trace
Outsourcing firm, Sitel, has been subcontracted by French firm Teleperformance to support the pandemic response, despite the UK's public finance watchdog heavily criticising Sitel’s involvement with the Test and Trace programme.
Northern Ireland Secretary Claims Food Supply Issues Have Been Caused By Covid, Not Brexit
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Northern Ireland Secretary Claims Food Supply Issues Have Been Caused By Covid, Not Brexit
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis has claimed disruption to food supplies have mainly been triggered by the Covid crisis, rather than Brexit.
MPs Vote To Keep £20 A Week Universal Credit Increase In Labour's Motion, Including Six Tory Rebels
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MPs Vote To Keep £20 A Week Universal Credit Increase In Labour's Motion, Including Six Tory Rebels
The Commons has passed a motion calling for the £20 a week increase to Universal Credit payments to be kept after the majority of Tories abstained on Labour’s opposition day debate.
Matt Hancock Says Emergency Legislation To Protect NHS Staff From Lawsuits Is “Not Necessary At This Point”
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Matt Hancock Says Emergency Legislation To Protect NHS Staff From Lawsuits Is “Not Necessary At This Point”
Emergency legislation to protect NHS staff from lawsuits over coronavirus deaths is “not necessary at this point”, the health secretary has claimed.
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Coronavirus
By Royal College of Emergency Medicine
Performance sinks to new low despite drop in attendances
The latest data from RCEM Winter Flow Project 2020-21 reflects the scale of the challenge covid continues to present at Emergency Departments (EDs).
Tories Who Want To Scrap The “Baffling” Universal Credit Cut Warn It Will Cause Hardship
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Tories Who Want To Scrap The “Baffling” Universal Credit Cut Warn It Will Cause Hardship
Conservative MPs are bemused by the government’s handling of the latest Universal Credit row, with many dozens privately warning whips that the £20 uplift must be extended until Covid is “in the rear-view mirror” – or risk more rebellion.
How can music beat the isolation blues? Partner content
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By The National Lottery
How can music beat the isolation blues?
A National Lottery-funded charity that teaches children and adults with learning disabilities how to play instruments and allows them to perform on some of the country’s biggest stages, has done everything they can to keep the music playing during the pandemic.
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