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Domestic abuse calls up 25% in coronavirus lockdown – charity
Visits to the National Domestic Abuse Helpline website were up by around 150%.
Coronavirus deaths in England increases to 4,897 with most in London
The total UK figures will be released later today
‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules
The best at staying at home were the people of Ryedale, North Yorkshire, while those in Middlesbrough were most likely to flout new rules.
Lord Bath, eccentric owner of Longleat Safari Park, has died of coronavirus
Alexander Thynn, the 7th Marquess of Bath, was the owner of Longleat Safari Park in Warminster, Wiltshire
Grocery workers get recognition for vital work and risks they face during crisis
Keeping locked-down households supplied with essential goods has exposed workers to risks despite measures such as social distancing.
Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after flouting her own coronavirus rules
Dr Catherine Calderwood apologised after twice visiting her second home.
Tiger at zoo in New York tests positive for coronavirus
The news comes as the death toll in New York continues to spiral.
Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist
The Prime Minister tested positive for the virus 10 days ago, and has been in self-isolation inside his Downing Street flat since.
Exclusive: Despite Coronavirus crisis, plans proceed to CUT hospital beds
Boris Johnson’s new hospitals branded ‘cuts by stealth’ as consultations proceed meaning A&E & intensive care unit closures and FEWER hospital beds despite the Covid-19 pandemic.