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Pandemic modeller warns Britain has “painted itself into a corner”
Professor Graham Medley said the government's lockdown measures amount to little more than a "placeholder".
Coronavirus UK – Biggest daily deaths increase takes grim total to 3,605
A tragic loss of life.
US ambassador praises NHS as ‘inspiration’ in coronavirus fight
Woody Johnson sent an open letter of support to the British people.
Far too many homeless people still not safely housed, say charities
It comes after the Government asked councils to ‘get everyone in’ by the end of last weekend.
Assistant headteacher delivers food to kids on free school meals
Zane Powles has handed out 75 lunches every day since the schools closed due to the pandemic on Friday March 20
Concerns raised that Cheltenham Festival helped spread coronavirus across the country
It comes after a number of high-profile attendees fell ill following the jump racing event.
UK service sector ‘sucked into a black hole’ amid largest slump on record
Bars and restaurants have been some of the worst-hit businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
Key workers – Morrisons promises £1,000 bonus to frontline staff
New hires, and those off sick or self-isolating will also be eligible for the windfall.
District councils warn about ‘wave of waste’ from lockdown households
Residents are being urged to help local authorities deal with extra waste as they face bin staff shortages.