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UK’s first Sikh A&E consultant dies after contracting Covid-19
Manjeet Riyat was known as the ‘father of the emergency department' at the Royal Derby Hospital.
New Zealand & Jacinda Ardern win praise for Coronavirus handling
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is aiming to eliminate the coronavirus from the country altogether.
Trump announced he will suspend all immigration to US
"Yet another attempt to deflect attention from the total chaos created by his administration."
Grandmother among latest NHS workers to die in coronavirus fight
Tributes have been paid to health staff who have lost their lives.
Emergency appeal to help millions of unpaid carers during pandemic
Carers Trust will provide grants of up to £300 directly to carers who are struggling financially.
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.
Australia to make Google and Facebook pay for news content
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg announced the move as the coronavirus pandemic causes a collapse in advertising revenue.
Poland and Denmark exclude tax haven companies from coronavirus relief schemes
The moves have led to calls for similar action to be taken in the UK.
Harry and Meghan end co-operation with tabloid press
The couple had flagged they would adopt a ‘revised media approach’ from the spring.