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Airline Norwegian hit by 61% fall in passenger numbers in March

Airline Norwegian hit by 61% fall in passenger numbers in March

Airline Norwegian hit by 61% fall in passenger numbers in March

06 April 2020

The Scandinavian carrier reduced its flight schedule several times in response to the collapse in demand caused by the coronavirus pandemic.


What the papers say – April 6

What the papers say – April 6

What the papers say – April 6

06 April 2020

Boris Johnson’s hospital stay leads Monday’s papers.


New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim

06 April 2020

The gadget has been tested on 21 participants.


Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

Boris Johnson spends night in hospital as he battles coronavirus

05 April 2020

The news broke just over an hour after the Queen made a televised address to the nation in which she thanked those staying at home.


‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

‘Heat map’ reveals communities ignoring social distancing rules

05 April 2020

Anonymous user data shared with the Evergreen Health app shows which parts of the country are apparently worst at staying in doors.


Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to continue shadow cabinet appointments

05 April 2020

Sir Keir appointed his top team on Sunday afternoon, but will continue the appointments on Monday.


Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

Nurses facing ‘battlefield medicine’ in coronavirus fight

05 April 2020

Healthcare workers are struggling in an alien environment where people will die without relatives by their bedsides, warns senior nurse.


Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

Catherine Calderwood: The obstetrics expert who held Scotland’s top medical job

05 April 2020

Her appointment as Chief medical officer for Scotland came after more than two decades of work in the health service.


Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

Politicians from all sides wish Johnson well after PM admitted to hospital

05 April 2020

Boris Johnson was admitted to hospital for tests as his coronavirus symptoms persist, Downing Street said.


Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

Queen’s ‘quiet resolution’ receives widespread support

05 April 2020

Sir Keir Starmer, Jeremy Clarkson and Jonathan Van Ness were among those who tweeted their approval for her address.


Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

Scotland’s chief medical officer resigns after two visits to second home

05 April 2020

Dr Catherine Calderwood apologised and was backed by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to remain in the role despite twice visiting her second home.


What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

What does Boris Johnson’s hospital admission mean?

05 April 2020

The Prime Minister was transferred to hospital as a “precautionary measure” on the advice of his doctor, according to Number 10.


Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

Boris Johnson admitted to hospital as coronavirus symptoms persist

05 April 2020

The Prime Minister tested positive for the virus 10 days ago, and has been in self-isolation inside his Downing Street flat since.


NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

NHS nurse finds engagement ring in garden after two-and-a-half years

05 April 2020

‘Finding my ring today has given me even more strength and positivity,’ said Alison Brown.


A televised message from Queen is rare occurrence which reflects national crisis

A televised message from Queen is rare occurrence which reflects national crisis

A televised message from Queen is rare occurrence which reflects national crisis

05 April 2020

There have been three previous speeches broadcast during times of trouble.


Leeds fans raise £12,000 for food banks by playing Football Manager for 24 hours

Leeds fans raise £12,000 for food banks by playing Football Manager for 24 hours

Leeds fans raise £12,000 for food banks by playing Football Manager for 24 hours

05 April 2020

Three fans from the Square Ball podcast were joined by comedian Jon Richardson as they played deep into the night.


Resolute Queen tells nation in lockdown: ‘We will meet again’

Resolute Queen tells nation in lockdown: ‘We will meet again’

Resolute Queen tells nation in lockdown: ‘We will meet again’

05 April 2020

The head of state has made a personal address amid the coronavirus pandemic.


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