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Covid rules have had ‘profound impact’ on hospitality trade, MPs told

Covid rules have had ‘profound impact’ on hospitality trade, MPs told

Covid rules have had ‘profound impact’ on hospitality trade, MPs told

15 April 2021

One industry representative said more than 200 pubs have been lost forever as a result of the forced closures.


Life-sized 3D holograms allow loved ones to virtually share meal 400 miles apart

Life-sized 3D holograms allow loved ones to virtually share meal 400 miles apart

Life-sized 3D holograms allow loved ones to virtually share meal 400 miles apart

15 April 2021

A pair of 67-year-old identical twins and an NHS doctor who has not seen her family were among the groups selected to take part.


Ethical concerns raised over human cells grown in monkey embryos

Ethical concerns raised over human cells grown in monkey embryos

Ethical concerns raised over human cells grown in monkey embryos

15 April 2021

UK experts have called for public discussion and debate about the ethical and regulatory challenges on human-animal chimeras.


Nine-year term for owner of pub where seven-year-old boy was electrocuted

Nine-year term for owner of pub where seven-year-old boy was electrocuted

Nine-year term for owner of pub where seven-year-old boy was electrocuted

15 April 2021

Harvey Tyrrell suffered a fatal shock at the King Harold in Romford, east London.


Philip’s carriage driving companion among the 30 guests at funeral

Philip’s carriage driving companion among the 30 guests at funeral

Philip’s carriage driving companion among the 30 guests at funeral

15 April 2021

Countess Mountbatten of Burma will join the Queen, the royals and three German princes at the service.


Britain accuses Russian spies over the SolarWinds cyber attack

Britain accuses Russian spies over the SolarWinds cyber attack

Britain accuses Russian spies over the SolarWinds cyber attack

15 April 2021

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said the UK will stand with the US against ‘malign’ Russian behaviour.


William and Harry will walk apart as they honour grandfather Philip

William and Harry will walk apart as they honour grandfather Philip

William and Harry will walk apart as they honour grandfather Philip

15 April 2021

The brothers will be separated by cousin Peter Phillips when they follow the Duke of Edinburgh’s coffin on Saturday.


BBC coverage of death of Duke of Edinburgh breaks UK TV complaints record

BBC coverage of death of Duke of Edinburgh breaks UK TV complaints record

BBC coverage of death of Duke of Edinburgh breaks UK TV complaints record

15 April 2021

Some 110,000 complained about the news coverage.


Equality watchdog warns of ‘two-tier society’ with virus status certificates

Equality watchdog warns of ‘two-tier society’ with virus status certificates

Equality watchdog warns of ‘two-tier society’ with virus status certificates

15 April 2021

The Equality and Human Rights Commission raised concerns about ‘unlawful discrimination’ in a submission to the Government.


Full guest list for the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral

Full guest list for the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral

Full guest list for the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral

15 April 2021

Only 30 people are permitted as guests inside St George because of Covid-19 rules.


BBC announces its plans to cover the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral

BBC announces its plans to cover the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral

BBC announces its plans to cover the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral

15 April 2021

Huw Edwards will lead the broadcaster’s coverage.


No plans for EU membership vote in independent Scotland, says Sturgeon

No plans for EU membership vote in independent Scotland, says Sturgeon

No plans for EU membership vote in independent Scotland, says Sturgeon

15 April 2021

The First Minister said she believes most people would want to rejoin the bloc if Scotland leaves the UK.


PM: Government needs to understand extent of private sector Civil Service links

PM: Government needs to understand extent of private sector Civil Service links

PM: Government needs to understand extent of private sector Civil Service links

15 April 2021

Boris Johnson said he agreed with the concerns raised by Lord Pickles about the appointment of a senior civil servant to Greensill Capital.


Lab checks return matching result for 82% of positive rapid Covid tests

Lab checks return matching result for 82% of positive rapid Covid tests

Lab checks return matching result for 82% of positive rapid Covid tests

15 April 2021

Public Health England data shows 26,145,310 lateral flow device tests were carried out in England between March 8 and April 4.


National Trust marks 125 years since first historic house purchase

National Trust marks 125 years since first historic house purchase

National Trust marks 125 years since first historic house purchase

15 April 2021

The Trust bought Alfriston Clergy House in East Sussex for just £10 in 1896.


Medic describes ‘unprecedented’ decision to enter Fishmongers’ Hall attack zone

Medic describes ‘unprecedented’ decision to enter Fishmongers’ Hall attack zone

Medic describes ‘unprecedented’ decision to enter Fishmongers’ Hall attack zone

15 April 2021

Dr Andrew Milne was part of a Helicopter Emergency Medical Service team that went to the scene near London Bridge in a fast-response car.


Crowds watch mounted troops transport guns to Windsor Castle for funeral

Crowds watch mounted troops transport guns to Windsor Castle for funeral

Crowds watch mounted troops transport guns to Windsor Castle for funeral

15 April 2021

Dozens of riders carrying three guns rode along the Long Walk up to Cambridge Gate.


Buy drinks and food to help save our pubs, urges Rees-Mogg

Buy drinks and food to help save our pubs, urges Rees-Mogg

Buy drinks and food to help save our pubs, urges Rees-Mogg

15 April 2021

The Commons Leader also suggested MPs could ‘lead by example’ by supporting the hospitality sector across the country.


Google Earth reveals vivid changes to planet in interactive, explorable 3D

Google Earth reveals vivid changes to planet in interactive, explorable 3D

Google Earth reveals vivid changes to planet in interactive, explorable 3D

15 April 2021

Company has compiled 24 million satellite photos stretching almost four decades in its biggest update to Google Earth five years.


Airbnb blocks 80,000 UK bookings in crackdown on parties

Airbnb blocks 80,000 UK bookings in crackdown on parties

Airbnb blocks 80,000 UK bookings in crackdown on parties

15 April 2021

Customers under the age of 25 are being blocked from reserving entire homes in their local area if they have fewer than three positive reviews.


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