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Chancellor Rishi Sunak to return from US trip early over Covid concerns

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 19:29
Rishi Sunak faced accusations of being "missing in action" as businesses call for help with crisis.

Covid: Cases hit new record as booster drive continues

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 19:24
Omicron could peak fast but subside sooner than past strains, England's chief medical officer says.

RAF Typhoon jet shoots down 'small hostile drone' in Syria

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 19:16
It is the first time the RAF has shot down enemy aircraft since the Falklands nearly 40 years ago.

Covid: Schools to open later than planned after Christmas

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 18:05
The education minister calls on schools to plan for some classes to move online in January.

Covid: UK hits record case numbers for second day and Wales considers Christmas measures

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 17:42
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday evening.

Adoption: Concern as fewer children in care find new families

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 17:01
Chloe adopted her son when he was four, but fewer children are finding a permanent home.

British or Irish reached remote Faroe Islands before Vikings

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 16:05
People from Britain or Ireland may have reached the remote Faroe Islands before the Vikings.

Covid in Scotland: New guidance for shops and hospitality venues

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 15:54
The government says shops should introduce greater physical distancing and encourages bars to bring back table service.

Covid: Teen urges young to get jab after fight for life

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 15:29
Maisy Evans spent a week in hospital with Covid and says she is not sure if she will fully recover.

Covid: First UK patients given take-at-home pill

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 15:17
The tablet - molnupiravir - is given twice a day to high-risk patients who have caught the virus.

Cricket racism 'makes you feel like an outsider'

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 15:03
A local cricket club player and an umpire share their experiences of racist comments during games.

Covid: France to drastically restrict travel from UK

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 14:45
Non-residents will need compelling reasons to travel, as France tries to slow the spread of Omicron.

Covid: Ministers consider Wales' Christmas coronavirus measures

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 14:32
The Welsh cabinet meets ahead of Friday's announcement on the latest review of Covid measures.

Bank of England raises interest rates to 0.25%

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 14:26
Policymakers increase rates from their historic low despite fears that Omicron could slow the economy.

Covid-19: Warning of post-Christmas 'intervention' on Omicron

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 14:23
Significant changes may be needed if Omicron proves to be severe, Stormont ministers are told.

Pregnant women put on UK's priority Covid vaccine list

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 14:14
Experts say it is vital mums-to-be get immunised to protect themselves and their unborn child.

Queen cancels pre-Christmas family lunch as Omicron surges

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 13:55
A source says there was concern the event could put too many people's Christmas plans at risk.

Boris and Carrie Johnson announce name of new daughter

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 13:45
The PM and his wife welcomed Romy Iris Charlotte, their second child together, last week.

We're not locking the country down, says Boris Johnson amid rising Covid cases

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 13:37
It comes amid claims - denied by No 10 - that the government is sending out mixed messages on Covid rules.

Katie Price 'incredibly sorry' after drink-driving crash

UK News BBC News Feed - Thu, 12/16/2021 - 13:35
A judge told the ex-model she was lucky to avoid prison after also giving a positive drugs test.

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