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On the front line: Family fighting Covid together in Surrey hospital

On the front line: Family fighting Covid together in Surrey hospital

On the front line: Family fighting Covid together in Surrey hospital

31 May 2020

Debbie Cottrell, her two sons and daughter-in-law discuss working in the same hospital together during the coronavirus pandemic.


Shielded could get more tailored advice on coronavirus risk, says Government

Shielded could get more tailored advice on coronavirus risk, says Government

Shielded could get more tailored advice on coronavirus risk, says Government

31 May 2020

New advice sees people who have stayed indoors since March told they can safely go outside if they adhere to social distancing measures.


In Pictures: Sunseekers make a splash as lockdown restrictions begin to ease

In Pictures: Sunseekers make a splash as lockdown restrictions begin to ease

In Pictures: Sunseekers make a splash as lockdown restrictions begin to ease

31 May 2020

Many took advantage of the glorious weather to relax in beauty spots around the country.


Second Government medic says lockdown rules are clear and apply to all

Second Government medic says lockdown rules are clear and apply to all

Second Government medic says lockdown rules are clear and apply to all

31 May 2020

Dr Jenny Harries agreed with Prof Jonathan Van-Tam’s remark that lockdown rules apply to all in the wake of the Cummings row.


Public urged to be sensible, as lockdown restrictions relaxed in England

Public urged to be sensible, as lockdown restrictions relaxed in England

Public urged to be sensible, as lockdown restrictions relaxed in England

31 May 2020

Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick insisted the Government’s easing of restrictions was correct, despite criticism from scientific experts.


Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken set foot on the space station

Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken set foot on the space station

Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken set foot on the space station

31 May 2020

They are now part of the Expedition 63 crew.


Robert Jenrick hopeful places of worship will open in ‘the coming weeks’

Robert Jenrick hopeful places of worship will open in ‘the coming weeks’

Robert Jenrick hopeful places of worship will open in ‘the coming weeks’

31 May 2020

He said he is working closely with faith leaders and has convened a taskforce on the matter.


Daily 200,000 coronavirus testing capacity target hit a day early, says Hancock

Daily 200,000 coronavirus testing capacity target hit a day early, says Hancock

Daily 200,000 coronavirus testing capacity target hit a day early, says Hancock

31 May 2020

A total of 205,634 tests were available on Saturday, according to the Department for Health and Social Care.


Two people rescued after aircraft crashes into water in Southampton

Two people rescued after aircraft crashes into water in Southampton

Two people rescued after aircraft crashes into water in Southampton

31 May 2020

The pair were found by a nearby vessel.


Nasa astronauts arrive at space station after 19-hour journey

Nasa astronauts arrive at space station after 19-hour journey

Nasa astronauts arrive at space station after 19-hour journey

31 May 2020

The pair began their journey on SpaceX’s the Crew Dragon capsule on Saturday evening.


Children likely to suffer depression and anxiety after lockdown, study concludes

Children likely to suffer depression and anxiety after lockdown, study concludes

Children likely to suffer depression and anxiety after lockdown, study concludes

31 May 2020

Authors of the study said clinical services need to be prepared for a future spike in demand.


Stay away pleas ignored as beach-goers and cliff jumpers return to Durdle Door

Stay away pleas ignored as beach-goers and cliff jumpers return to Durdle Door

Stay away pleas ignored as beach-goers and cliff jumpers return to Durdle Door

31 May 2020

The Dorset beauty spot was crowded again despite Saturday’s chaotic scenes and three serious injuries.


Queen pictured riding pony in first public appearance since lockdown began

Queen pictured riding pony in first public appearance since lockdown began

Queen pictured riding pony in first public appearance since lockdown began

31 May 2020

The 94-year-old was riding 14-year-old Fell Pony Balmoral Fern in the grounds of the Berkshire royal residence.


Hundreds join London protest against George Floyd death

Hundreds join London protest against George Floyd death

Hundreds join London protest against George Floyd death

31 May 2020

The Trafalgar Square demonstration was organised by Black Lives Matter.


Man dies after boat sinks off Lancashire coast

Man dies after boat sinks off Lancashire coast

Man dies after boat sinks off Lancashire coast

31 May 2020

Two others have been rescued.


Captain Tobias, nine, completes ‘ginormous’ marathon challenge

Captain Tobias, nine, completes ‘ginormous’ marathon challenge

Captain Tobias, nine, completes ‘ginormous’ marathon challenge

31 May 2020

Tobias Weller, who has cerebral palsy, has raised more than £46,000 for Sheffield Children’s Hospital and Paces School.


Teenagers sought to help charity shops as lockdown eases amid volunteer shortage

Teenagers sought to help charity shops as lockdown eases amid volunteer shortage

Teenagers sought to help charity shops as lockdown eases amid volunteer shortage

31 May 2020

Up to 95,000 charity shop volunteer roles may be unfilled when stores reopen from June 15, the Charity Retail Association estimates.


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