2019 election report finds widespread reports of abuse and system ‘under strain’
The festive timing made it harder to find polling venues and voters expressed concern about ‘misleading’ online campaigning.
UK govt announced shipment of PPE from Turkey before it had even made the request
The shipment was promised to arrive on Sunday, but sources say the request hadn’t even been made when the announcement went out.
Richard Branson reminded of comments as Virgin appeals for government support
The Virgin boss said "the Government should not intervene to stop companies going bust" when BA ran into trouble in 2009.
Government not responding to companies offering PPE production, MP claims
Rachel Reeves’ comments come amid growing frustration over a shortage of protective equipment for NHS workers.
Health workers’ alarm over official coronavirus guidance
Public Health England said where there are acute shortages and it is safe to do so, it approves the reuse of personal protective equipment.
Home Secretary facing legal action over bullying allegations
Former Home Office permanent secretary Sir Philip Rutnam has submitted an employment tribunal claim.
Chancellor faces calls to expand small business loan guarantees
Small businesses are having difficulty in getting their loans approved.
Covid-19 furlough scheme receives 67,000 claims in first 30 minutes
Chancellor Rishi Sunak said the ‘unprecedented job retention scheme will protect millions of jobs across the country and is now up and running’.
Richard Branson pleas for government support
Sir Richard Branson told Virgin Group employees the airline will not be able to continue without a commercial loan from the Government.