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Met Police assaults: Attacks on officers up 40% during lockdown

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 06:00
More than 2,000 assaults on police officers were recorded in London between May and July.

Hands-free driving could be on UK roads by spring

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 04:51
The government is consulting industry on technology which can take control of a vehicle at low speeds.

A-levels U-turn: Medical schools call for places cap to be lifted

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 03:50
Courses are expected to be over-subscribed after students' A-level results are upgraded.

Coronavirus: Photographer explores loneliness in exhibition

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 01:05
A Derbyshire photographer hopes people will find the subject of isolation surprisingly uplifting

Basildon University Hospital maternity unit rated 'inadequate'

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 01:02
The health watchdog visited to Basildon University Hospital over a whistleblower's patient safety fears.

Notting Hill Carnival announces first ever digital line-up

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:56
For the first time in 54 years the celebrations are being held online due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: Care homes ask for insurance cost help

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:51
One care operator in Scarborough had an insurance quote at 880% more than their current premium.

'I'm very anxious about getting back to work'

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:48
Charities say thousands who have been shielding may have to choose between a job and their health.

Coronavirus smell loss 'different from cold and flu'

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:41
Covid-19 is not like other typical viral respiratory diseases and has some unique features, say experts.

Pizza Express to close 73 outlets hitting 1,100 jobs

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:38
The chain says it has cut a deal to stay afloat as coronavirus continues to buffet the economy.

Young Conservatives urge party to reform complaint process

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:26
A number tell BBC Wales there is a lack of clarity and transparency in the handling of complaints.

Black Lives Matter: Cardiff Uni racism row student seeks legal advice

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:25
The former Cardiff University student seeks legal advice over how it dealt with a racism complaint.

Newspaper headlines: 'Missing man' Johnson and a High Street 'bloodbath'

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:04
Exam results fallout gets widespread coverage in Wednesday's papers as Gavin Williamson "clings on".

Coronavirus in Scotland: What's still closed, and why?

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:02
Despite restrictions easing, some places still cannot open. BBC Scotland asks the experts why.

Stonehaven train derailment: Minute's silence to honour victims

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:01
Railway stations are asked to fall silent at 09:43 - a week after the Aberdeenshire crash was reported.

Scottish exam results: 75,000 new certificates in September

Wed, 08/19/2020 - 00:00
The Scottish Qualifications Authority makes the move after 125,000 Higher results were downgraded.

Coronavirus: Ireland at 'tipping point' as Covid-19 cases rise

Tue, 08/18/2020 - 23:14
The Republic of Ireland's cabinet reverses some corovavirus lockdown relaxation measures.

Chariots of Fire actor Ben Cross dies aged 72

Tue, 08/18/2020 - 22:41
He was best known for his portrayal of British Olympic athlete Harold Abrahams in the Oscar-winning film.

Coronavirus: Labour calls for evictions ban to be extended

Tue, 08/18/2020 - 22:33
A freeze on evictions, introduced during the coronavirus lockdown, is due to expire on 23 August.

Brexit: UK hopeful of EU trade deal next month, says No 10

Tue, 08/18/2020 - 22:17
UK negotiators will "continue to plug the gaps", the PM's spokesman says, as talks get under way.

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