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All the latest UK & Global Coronavirus News from the BBC

March 27, 2020 | Comments Off

By Andrew McFarlane NHS staff saluted It was an emotional moment for those who took part – not least the NHS staff and care workers being saluted by the nation. The Royal Family and prime minister joined well-wishers who flocked to front doorsteps, balconies and windows on Thursday evening night to applaud those dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. It came after figures revealed the UK death toll rose from 475 to 578 in one day, with 11,658 confirmed cases. There will be additional support for the NHS from firefighters, who have agreed to drive ambulances and deliver essential
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All new rules and opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Lidl, Aldi and Asda

March 25, 2020 | Comments Off

Supermarkets across the UK have introduced a number of new rules and opening hours in response to the UK blockade. Supermarkets are only a handful of… All new rules and opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Lidl, Aldi and Asda
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Coronavirus: Supermarkets limit shoppers as rules tighten

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

Shops have brought in a host of measures following the introduction of strict new government curbs. Coronavirus: Supermarkets limit shoppers as rules tighten
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Tesco stops sale of skimmed milk and multibuy offers to meet demand for other products

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

Queues outside a Tesco store in Shropshire (Picture: PA Wire )Tesco will no longer sell skimmed milk and scrap multi-pack offers to allow suppliers … Tesco stops sale of skimmed milk and multibuy offers to meet demand for other products
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Herefordshire doctors announce changes in appointments during the coronavirus crisis

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

All GP patients will be called by phone or video, Taurus of Herefordshire health care announced. The federation, which represents general … Herefordshire doctors announce changes in appointments during the coronavirus crisis
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Coronavirus UK: What happens if you can no longer work because of the lockdown?

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

Police patrolling a deserted Trafalgar Square as the UK enforces new measures because of the Coronovirus pandemic. (Picture: Barry Lewis/In Pictures … Coronavirus UK: What happens if you can no longer work because of the lockdown?
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Contactless card limit to rise to £45 from £30 next week after limits on cash shopping to help stop coronavirus

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

THE limit for in-store contactless payments is rising to £45, from £30, next week. This is to try and help people to limit physical contact to fight … Contactless card limit to rise to £45 from £30 next week after limits on cash shopping to help stop coronavirus
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Universal credit: find out if you are eligible and how much you could receive

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

Universal Credi t is designed to provide financial support to help those who don’t have a job or have a low income with the costs of daily living. … Universal credit: find out if you are eligible and how much you could receive
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Latest BBC News update…

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

UK cracks down hard First it was advice, now it’s an order. Boris Johnson has issued a stark message to the country: “At this moment of national emergency… stay at home.” Speaking after the UK death toll reached 335, the prime minister introduced unprecedented restrictions on everyday life, meaning people must only leave their house for one of four reasons – to exercise once a day, to travel to and from work where “absolutely necessary”, to shop for essential items, and to fulfil any medical or care needs. Shops selling non-essential goods have been told to shut, along with
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Latest update on Coronavirus from The PM as UK goes in to lockdown!

March 24, 2020 | Comments Off

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the UK is going into lockdown in a televised address to the nation last evening. The PM made the announcement from 10 Downing Street amid widespread calls for tougher measures to slow the spread of Covid-19 / Coronavirus. He ordered the immediate closure of all shops selling non-essentials items on Monday evening. He told people to only leave the house to shop for basic necessities “as infrequently as possible” and to perform one form of exercise a day. “If you don’t follow the rules the police will have the powers to enforce them, including through
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BBC News Daily

March 23, 2020 | Comments Off

By Victoria King UK outbreak latest The UK appeared to be split in two over the weekend – between those observing social distancing advice and those flouting it. Parks, beaches and other beauty spots were busy despite warnings about the risk that could pose of spreading coronavirus. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Sunday night that unless everyone began following the rules, “tougher measures” like those seen elsewhere in the world could be introduced. The government is urging people not to travel unless it’s essential, including to second homes, camp sites, caravan parks or similar. MPs are
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Primark to close all 189 UK Stores including all stores in Wales – WelshBiz

March 22, 2020 | Comments Off

Retail Giant Primark is to close all 189 of their UK stores in response to coronavirus. The major high street retailer will close all its shops due to the Covid-19 outbreak in a move affecting some 37,000 people. The Primark store on Cardiff’s Queens Street, as well as all 189 UK stores will close with immediate effect due to the coronavirus. The announcement by Primark, which has branches across Wales, will affect 37,000 people. A Primark spokesman said; “Our main priority is the health and wellbeing of our employees,” “Primark has committed to supporting all employees who are directly affected
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UK Government Advice for Employees

March 21, 2020 | Comments Off

Guidance COVID-19: guidance for employees Updated 20 March 2020 Contents Staying at home Sick pay Furloughed workers Claiming benefits Staying at home If you have symptoms of coronavirus infection (COVID-19), however mild, stay at home and do not leave your house for 7 days from when your symptoms started. If you live with others and you are the first in the household to have symptoms of coronavirus, then you must stay at home for 7 days, but all other household members who remain well must stay at home and not leave the house for 14 days. The 14-day period starts
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UK Government Coronavirus Advice For UK Businesses…

March 21, 2020 | Comments Off

Guidance COVID-19: support for businesses Updated 20 March 2020 Contents Support for businesses through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Support for businesses through deferring VAT and Income Tax payments Support for businesses who are paying sick pay to employees Support for businesses that pay business rates Support for businesses that pay little or no business rates Support for businesses through the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme Support for larger firms through the COVID-19 Corporate Financing Facility Support for businesses paying tax: Time to Pay service Insurance The Chancellor has set out a package of temporary, timely and targeted measures to
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Eco-warriors Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could meet Greta Thunberg as they visit Britain in SAME week

February 23, 2020 | Comments Off

Eco-warriors Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could meet Greta Thunberg as they visit Britain in SAME week MEGHAN Markle and Prince Harry could meet Greta Thunberg – as they visit the UK the same week as the teen climate change campaigner. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have previously spoken out about their passion for the environment, with Harry even praising the 17-year-old Swede. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be in the UK at the same time as the teen climate change advocate Greta Thunberg announced she would be arriving in the UK next week And the couple could
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Railway services between Plymouth and Bristol have been canceled due to floods 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🌧📰

February 16, 2020 | Comments Off

Railway services between Plymouth and Bristol have been canceled due to floods Railway services between Plymouth and Bristol have been canceled due to floods — Read on www.newsarchyuk.com/railway-services-between-plymouth-and-bristol-have-been-canceled-due-to-floods/
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Naked Cleaning Boss shows that she can do whatever she expects her staff to do 🇬🇧 💼 🧹

February 8, 2020 | Comments Off

The boss of a naked cleaning company hit back at critics who said she wouldn’t do the job herself by polishing in her underwear for clients. The Boss started her business after quitting a £16.50-an-hour role because she realised her new business would make her more cash. Nikki Belton, 33, will be stripping down from her office wear to lingerie to scrub the houses of five customers after trolls on social media claimed she wouldn’t do the job she was expecting others to take on. The Naked Cleaning Company offers domestic cleaning services from lingerie, topless to fully naked cleaners
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