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Thu, 02 Dec 2021 07:39:34 GMT
Pfizer boss: Annual Covid jabs for years to come
In an exclusive interview, Dr Albert Bourla says jabs have saved millions of lives.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 08:39:07 GMT
UK approves another antibody treatment for Covid
It's called sotrovimab and should cut the risk of severe illness, even for new variants such as Omicron, say scientists.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:39:25 GMT
Louis Watkiss: Parents held son as he died in SnowDome crash
Louis Watkiss, 12, was pronounced dead in front of his father minutes after he arrived at the scene.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:55:27 GMT
Covid: Trigger of rare blood clots with AstraZeneca jab found by scientists
Researchers in Cardiff and the US work out how the Covid jab may be linked to the extremely rare clots.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:34:47 GMT
Men charged over death of charity cyclist Tony Parsons
The men, both aged 29-years-old, were arrested in connection with the death of Tony Parsons from Tillicoultry.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:10:24 GMT
Thirteen people injured as bus leaves road on Isle of Wight
Two passengers are freed by firefighters after a bus left the road, injuring thirteen people.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 07:15:45 GMT
Chepstow fire: Thirty firefighters attend former Bulwark social club
Firefighters remain at the scene of the blaze at the Severn Bridge Club in Monmouthshire.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 07:12:33 GMT
COP26: UK 'nowhere near' meeting targets agreed at Glasgow climate summit
Ministers are told they must agree tougher policies to get the UK on track to meet goals set at COP26.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 03:02:48 GMT
Covid: Don't kiss strangers under mistletoe - minister
People should try to reduce Covid transmission so we can all enjoy Christmas "knees up", Therese Coffey says.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 02:02:19 GMT
Ministry of Defence aims to double women recruits in military by 2030
The new target is unveiled in response to concerns raised by a committee of MPs.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 22:49:32 GMT
Man, 19, arrested over death of Amber Gibson
The 16-year-old was reported missing and found dead in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, on Sunday.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 02:09:19 GMT
New plan to pay farmers who protect winter soil
The empty brown fields of winter countryside could be transformed under new land subsidy rules for England.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:26:33 GMT
The big company Christmas party is off this year
Companies are deciding against holding a big bash in favour of allowing small, optional gatherings.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:39:30 GMT
Pre-departure Covid tests would be valuable, say Sage scientists
Labour has called for the reintroduction of pre-departure tests for travellers bound for the UK.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:52:09 GMT
Co-op latest supermarket to not enforce mask wearing
Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Iceland have all told the BBC they do not plan to challenge customers without masks.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 08:39:04 GMT
Covid: 'We could miss our son's wedding over travel rules'
Visitors to the UK say new rules to slow the spread of Omicron have thrown travel plans into doubt.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 09:44:23 GMT
Covid: Is it safe to hit the office Christmas party?
What is the chance that after-work drinks with colleagues will turn into a Covid superspreader event?

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:22:26 GMT
Covid: Who can have a booster jab and how can you get one?
All UK adults will be offered a Covid booster, the UK government has announced.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 01:38:08 GMT
Meet the David Attenborough of sound
After 55 years recording the sounds of nature, Martyn Stewart has decided to share his life's work.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:57:44 GMT
'My teenager disappears under coats to keep warm'
A charity estimates that domestic gas bills in April will be double those of 18 months earlier.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 06:25:25 GMT
Sexual harassment: 'I was left crying on the Tube'
An Instagram influencer explains how being accosted on the Tube was only the start of her ordeal.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 01:07:48 GMT
Will two-year football kit cycles become the norm again?
Brentford FC's keeping its home shirt for two seasons - and some say other teams may follow suit.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:35:35 GMT
Storm Arwen: 'We're wearing five layers of clothes to keep warm'
People still living without power describe their ongoing struggle in the wake of Storm Arwen.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 17:57:27 GMT
University strikes: Students react as staff walk out
Students say they back staff walkouts over pay and pensions - but others worry about more turmoil.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:56:35 GMT
Elizabeth Dixon: Lessons not learned after baby death cover-up, says family
Health bosses could not provide evidence of progress a year after the report into Elizabeth's death.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:59:40 GMT
HIV: People with virus or taking PrEP to be allowed to join armed forces
Until now, having HIV or taking preventative medication meant you weren't considered "fully fit".

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:09:38 GMT
Social care: Teen twins search for personal assistant
Alex and Sam, who have spinal muscular atrophy, are struggling to find the support they need.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:18:35 GMT
How I got my dream job with a Tube station pitch
Haider Malik landed a dream position after finding a unique way to attract employers' attention.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 13:01:05 GMT
PMQs: Did Downing Street hold a Christmas party in lockdown?
Keir Starmer asks if a party was held at No 10 while the rest of the country faced lockdown measures.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:58 GMT
HGV shortages: Why European drivers don't want to come back to the UK
Lorry drivers say more investment is needed to make the UK industry more attractive to workers.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:39:25 GMT
Moulin Rouge: London's most lavish musical?
Behind-the-scenes of the West End show, which features 300 costumes and a giant blue elephant.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 12:06:42 GMT
Know Your Roots: 'My hair is the reflection of who I am'
A project is celebrating hair stories of black women in Essex and preserving their history.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 05:43:32 GMT
The Papers: 'Let it flow' and more booster jabs ordered
The front pages lead with recommendations to curb Covid cases over Christmas and extra jabs being ordered.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 08:44:03 GMT
Covid in Scotland: New Scottish Omicron case not linked to others
Another case of the new variant of Covid-19 has been reported in Scotland, bringing the total to 10.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:15:32 GMT
Covid-19: NI passport scheme helpline getting 3,000 calls a day
The Department of Health says about 50,000 people have applied to the scheme since Monday.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 08:08:00 GMT
Asbestos exposure from 20 years ago killed IT worker
Jason Williams was given months to live when he became ill due to asbestos exposure 20 years ago.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 09:42:31 GMT
Storm Arwen: Thousands start sixth day without electricity
Power companies vow to bring in extra engineers to reconnect homes across the north of England.



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