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Councils outline plans to reopen cemeteries and implement measures to ensure social distancing.

The ancient Cerne Abbas Giant is updated with an apparent reference to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Home Secretary says a driver was speeding at 134mph in a 40mph zone in London.

The £50m cap on UK government loans is about 10% of what Tata Steel needs, says MP Stephen Kinnock.

The Kent couple also had their car seized after they were found asleep in the vehicle in Cornwall.

People who have critical jobs can apply to be tested at one of four drive-through sites in Scotland.

The former chancellor warns that the economy "won't survive" waiting for a vaccine to be developed.

Michael Alunomoh is being held by police following his court appearance earlier.

Millions of key workers and people they live with can apply for a coronavirus test online.

Ex-rugby player Jimmy Gittins, who was left paralysed in 2002, is walking 26 laps of his home for charity.

Expectant parents said they "felt anxious" about going to hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic.

Owners of properties masquerading as holiday lets are taking £10,000 grants, an MP warns.

Medical directors are due to meet in the coming week to discuss how sport could restart, even if only behind closed doors.

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

Downing Street confirms the PM's chief adviser attended Sage meetings but denies he is a member.

Leeoni Batty is working in a hospital's domestic services team while studying for her A-levels.

Half of firms eligible for emergency coronavirus grants have yet to receive funding, data shows.

People needing help should not be put off by the coronavirus pandemic, say health professionals.

Fans of the song contest are re-watching old competitions as "a distraction from all the bad stuff".

Tackling climate change must be woven into post-Covid economic solutions, UK ministers say.