Driver caught doing 130mph claimed he was trying to avoid coronavirus
It comes amid warnings that motorists are using roads as racetracks during the lockdown period.
Sunak’s small business relief is ‘qualifying out’ small businesses
The Chancellor’s measures demonstrate how 'new-economy' companies are confounding the government at all levels.
Tributes pour in for Bernie Sanders as he ends US presidential bid
Bernie Sanders has suspended his campaign, meaning the former vice president is now the Democratic Party’s effective presumptive nominee.
MPs given an extra £10,000 to work from home
The money comes on top of the existing £26,000 MPs can claim each year to cover the costs of their offices.
Spain becomes first country to provide a universal basic income
The measures will be introduced as soon as possible to help with the crisis, but could stay forever as a permanent instrument.
UK scientists say Covid-19 acts like a “wolf in sheep’s clothing” to trick its way into the human body
A model of coronavirus created by University of Southampton reveals it is less protected than some other viruses.
Tesco pays out £900m to shareholders despite securing £585m tax break from government
The retailer said it would receive £585 million worth of taxpayer relief as part of the business rates holiday for the current financial year.
Business leaders: We want to hear from you
The Chancellor was lauded for his generous rescue schemes, but for many businesses the help simply is not there.
What next for the Labour left?
Starmer may not want to continue with his predecessor's legacy, but he isn't out to ditch it either.