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Thomas Becket: Alpine ice sheds light on medieval murder

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 05:06
Ancient air pollution, trapped in ice, reveals details about life and death in 12th Century Britain.

Coronavirus: Police told to be 'consistent' with lockdown approach

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 03:50
The guidance to officers comes amid criticism of how some forces have enforced social distancing measures.

Coronavirus: I'm in lockdown with my abuser

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 03:08
The BBC has spoken to two women who are currently under lockdown with men who have abused them.

Blood test 'can check for more than 50 types of cancer'

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:55
The test could help diagnose tumours sooner, often before any symptoms, scientists hope.

Coronavirus: Free school meals children to get food vouchers

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:45
Ministers say the vouchers could be available to families in England as early as Tuesday afternoon.

Coronavirus: Tesco 'whipping up' storm over rate relief

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:36
The retail giant is accused of a "disproportionate" campaign to overturn Welsh Ministers' decision.

Coronavirus: Edinburgh hospital 'calm, controlled and ready'

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:18
A consultant at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh says it is currently the quietest he has ever seen.

Coronavirus: Hundreds raised for Staffordshire Women's Aid

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:04
More than £1,400 raised will be spent on food vouchers for vulnerable women and their families.

How (not) to cut your hair at home

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:04
Stuck at home, some people have enlisted their children to help cut their hair.

Coronavirus: Clothing warehouse 'putting lives at risk'

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:02
Clipper Logistics is accused of not doing enough to allow staff to follow social distancing advice.

Coronavirus: Book buddies aim to ease lockdown loneliness

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:02
An author says she wants to give readers a chance to "find a new friend" during the lockdown.

Coronavirus: Airport handlers at risk of collapse

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:01
Aviation services companies are calling on the government for urgent assistance due to the pandemic.

'The phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:01
How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business.

Coronavirus: Submarine captain’s advice on social isolation

UK News BBC News Feed - Tue, 03/31/2020 - 00:01
A former submarine captain has five tips for coping with isolation during the coronavirus outbreak.

The Papers: 'Sickening abuse' and 'overzealous' police warning

UK News BBC News Feed - Mon, 03/30/2020 - 23:41
The abuse of NHS staff and a warning to officers not to be "overzealous" in enforcing social distancing are among the front page stories.

Coronavirus: What should you do if you are stuck abroad?

UK News BBC News Feed - Mon, 03/30/2020 - 23:15
The government has outlined plans aimed at bringing stranded Britons home.

Coronavirus: UK measures 'making a difference'

UK News BBC News Feed - Mon, 03/30/2020 - 22:38
People are heeding the advice to stay home to keep pressure off the NHS - and it's working, says adviser.

Delay Brexit deadline amid coronavirus, say MEPS

UK News BBC News Feed - Mon, 03/30/2020 - 22:13
The UK is due to stop following EU rules by the end of 2020 but a group of MEPs say the date should be pushed back.

Woodmancote murder probe: Two adults and two children found dead

UK News BBC News Feed - Mon, 03/30/2020 - 21:19
The four bodies found at the country property are believed to be members of the same family.

Coronavirus: Stormont divisions are not ‘orange and green’

UK News BBC News Feed - Mon, 03/30/2020 - 21:02
Michelle O'Neill says opinion is split on how to tackle the virus but ministers are united in their goal.

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