Simon Case, who was leading the inquiry, stands aside after it emerged an event was held in his office.

Scientists say admissions could reach 3,000 a day in England if more restrictions are not brought in soon.

The children - named locally as Kyson, Bryson, Leyton and Logan - could not be saved.

The Premier League and UK government urge footballers to get vaccinated against Covid-19 as a number of fixtures this weekend are postponed because of outbreaks of the virus at clubs.

John Whaite and Rose Ayling-Ellis will compete to lift the glitterball trophy on Saturday.

France imposed a travel ban on travellers from the UK from Friday due to high Covid infection rates.

A call handler says he was told to threaten Scottish Power customers with enforcement, even over mistaken bills.

The post was found during an investigation linked to the murders of Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman.

Jordan Monaghan is sentenced to a minimum of 40 years for murdering his daughter, son and partner.

The singer and his son clashed with a Florida hotel guard who refused them entry to a party.

One of the last Scots who was an eyewitness to the horrors of the Holocaust has died at the age of 97.

Students say the new Omicron variant is making them extra-cautious as they go home for Christmas.

France is tightening its rules for UK travellers over fears about soaring Covid cases.

No-shows and performers pulling out in recent weeks have resulted in a significant drop in income.

Nightclubs will shut from Boxing Day and social distancing required in shops and offices.

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday evening.

The Fire Brigades Union says on Thursday 40 fire engines were unavailable due to staff shortages.

Holidaymakers and hoteliers share the impact of travel rules set to come into force on Saturday.

Premier League clubs will meet on Monday to discuss the escalating crisis around the coronavirus pandemic.

Businesses are now legally required to take extra measures to slow the spread of the Omicron variant.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has cut short a US trip as business groups ask for support.

Charities are calling for more support for patients with severely weakened immune systems.

It would not be fair to use students as substitute teachers, says Education Minister Michelle McIlveen.

Could a runny nose be a sign you have Omicron?

With many people opting to stay at home, what is it like for those on a night out?

Poorly insulated homes are bad for bills and the environment - but how can renters get improvements?

Avian flu has left a reserve on the Solway Coast dealing with "unprecedented" numbers of dead geese.

Anyone testing positive now will be self-isolating on 25 December.

What options do you have if you're thinking twice about going to events in the run-up to Christmas?

The BBC's James Cook finds businesses struggling with supplies, recruitment and rising prices.

The actor stars in Last Train to Christmas which raises questions about the impact of our actions.

The club's takeover by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney has boosted their virtual popularity.

A look back at how the pandemic evolved throughout 2021, and what we've learned from it.

A group from Leeds spends thousands of pounds on Christmas toys to give to charity.

Following her win in the North Shropshire by-election, Helen Morgan bursts a "Boris bubble".

The PM says he's got to accept the verdict "in all humility" after his party lost a former safe seat.

Strictly Come Dancing's Rose Ayling Ellis has helped shine a light on sign language users like Phoebe.

The focus of most front pages this morning is on the No 10 parties' inquiry chief Simon Case quitting his role.

A former NatWest worker claims she has repeatedly tried to return the details of 1,600 customers.

The first minister's latest Covid warning and a plan to keep schools open make Scotland's front pages.

The new guidance applies to all, including the fully vaccinated, and takes effect immediately.

Jeffrey Millard's daughter tried "for days and days" to get in touch but couldn't speak to her dad.

As Strictly's final approaches, we ask deaf dancers how Rose's success has challenged perceptions.