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Coronavirus: Domestic abuse offences increased during pandemic

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 14:23
During and after the first lockdown, roughly one-fifth of offences involved domestic abuse.

The Great British Bake Off final brings bumper audience to Channel 4

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 13:57
The 9.2 million viewers give Channel 4 its highest overnight ratings for at least 18 years.

Ecclestone burglary trial: Accused 'went on Harrods spending spree'

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 13:47
Maria Mester and her son spent more than £3,000 in the luxury department store, jurors hear.

Rishi Sunak: Coronavirus to leave 'long-term scarring' on UK economy

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 13:32
The chancellor says the economic impact of coronavirus, "and the action we’ve taken in response" has led to "a significant but necessary increase in our borrowing and debt".

Hays Travel: Hundreds line streets for John Hays' funeral

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 13:03
John Hays, who founded the UK's largest independent travel agent, died on 13 November.

I'm A Celebrity: Calls for police to investigate bug use

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 13:00
TV presenter Iolo Williams is concerned non-native bugs will accidently be released into north Wales.

North Sea US jet crash caused by 'pilot error'

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 12:02
Airman Lt Kenneth Allen, 27, died when the F-15C jet crashed off the Yorkshire coast.

Christmas Covid rules: Who are you allowed to see?

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 11:35
Restrictions will be temporarily eased around the UK, but there are still rules about what you can do.

Covid Christmas rules: UK leaders urge caution over household mixing

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 10:08
The UK's five-day relaxation of rules will throw "fuel on the Covid fire", scientists warn.

Bake Off winner Peter Sawkins' 'absolute dream' victory

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 10:06
Student Peter Sawkins watched last night's GBBO final with his unsuspecting flatmates in Edinburgh.

Meghan Markle: Duchess of Sussex tells of miscarriage 'pain and grief'

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 10:03
"I knew, as I clutched my firstborn child, that I was losing my second," Meghan writes in an article.

Covid: Call for UK-wide rules after Christmas

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 09:59
Mark Drakeford says restrictions brought in after Christmas should be agreed by the four nations.

The Weeknd calls Grammy Awards 'corrupt' after nominations snub

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 09:35
The Blinding Lights singer was expected to perform strongly, but didn't get any nominations.

Covid-19: Bradford boy, 10, becomes one of youngest Covid-19 victims

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 09:33
Fehzan Jamil is believed to be one of the youngest victims of the pandemic in the UK.

"I've put all my money in... now I'm stuck"

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 08:26
A BBC investigation has found that some people have been left with huge debts and escalating costs after buying homes through the government's shared ownership scheme.

New £55m Southampton cruise terminal set to open in 2021

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 07:33
Much of the cruise industry worldwide has been shut down since March because of the pandemic.

Covid-19: Christmas caution, spending review and Bake Off

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 07:15
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.

Covid: Fitted face masks designed after nurse's struggle

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 02:56
Intensive care nurse Valerie Bednar has inspired the design of a custom-fitted mask for NHS workers.

US doesn't want guarded border on Ireland - Biden

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 02:22
The president-elect has previously said Brexit must not endanger the Good Friday Agreement.

Covid and home schooling: Children 'flourishing' as numbers rise

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 11/25/2020 - 02:19
The number of children removed from school registers in Wales between March and September is up 46%.

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