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It’s strange to think that the Conservatives began the 2019 election campaign with the slogan “Britain Deserves Better”. They weren’t wrong. Unfortunately, no one listened, and look where we are now. The Sunday Times reported its annual “Rich List” this week, noting the sad news that “More than half of…
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PM Press Conference Statement: 24 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement at the daily coronavirus press conference on 24 May 2020. Good afternoon. I want to begin by answering the big question that people have been asking in the last 48 hours. And that is – is this Government asking you - the people, the…
9:07 PM 24th May 2020
£50 Million Boost To Support The Recovery Of Our High Streets
The Reopening High Streets Safely Fund will help councils in England introduce a range of safety measures in a move to get people back to work and customers back to the shops. New £50 million fund for councils across England to prepare for the safe reopening of…
11:52 AM 24th May 2020
Transport Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 23 May 2020
Grant Shapps
Further funding to protect and increase transport services, level up infrastructure and regenerate local economies after the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Opening remarks Good afternoon, and welcome to today’s Downing Street press conference. I’m pleased to be joined today by Dr Jenny Harries Latest data Let me start by updating you on the latest information…
11:17 PM 23rd May 2020
Home Secretary's Opening Statement To The Government’s Daily Briefing On Coronavirus
Priti Patel
The Home Secretary, Priti Patel, explains the measures to be taken at the border to avoid a second wave of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission at the 22 May 2020 daily press briefing. Good afternoon, welcome to the government’s daily briefing on coronavirus. I am pleased to be joined by Paul Lincoln, Director…
8:13 PM 22nd May 2020
Book Of Remembrance Launched For All Those Who Have Died As A Result Of The COVID-19 Pandemic
Remember Me, an online memorial for those in the UK – of all faiths, beliefs or none – who have died as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. HRH The Prince of Wales lends his support to the unique project A physical memorial to be created at St…
10:17 AM 22nd May 2020
Government To Give VAT From Donated PPE To Healthcare Charities
VAT collected on donated personal protective equipment will be given to charities supporting the NHS and care workers, the government announced today (21 May 2020). recent VAT revenue from PPE donated to the NHS and care homes will be given to charity money to…
9:11 AM 21st May 2020
Want To Break A World Record From Home Tomorrow?
Online class aims to attract 10,000 participants and raise money for COVID-19 appeal Entrepreneur First, the leading global talent investor, is teaming up with renowned children’s author and illustrator, Rob Biddulph (Blown Away, Odd Dog Out), and world-leading book publisher HarperCollins in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for…
11:47 AM 20th May 2020
PM Call With Bill And Melinda Gates: 19 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to Bill and Melinda Gates today via video call. The Prime Minister spoke to Bill and Melinda Gates today via video call. He was joined by Kate Bingham, Chair of the UK’s Vaccine Taskforce. They discussed the UK’s contribution to helping countries around the world tackle…
9:55 PM 19th May 2020
Environment Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 19 May 2020
George Eustice
The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 19 May 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good afternoon and welcome to today’s briefing where I’m joined by Angela McLean, the deputy chief scientific advisor. I want to being by updating you…
9:16 PM 19th May 2020
Going Home Was Best Ever Birthday Present For COVID-19 Patient
Khurram Khan
COVID-19 patient Khurram Khan got the best birthday present he could wish for – going home from hospital with his family after spending almost three weeks in intensive care (ICU) at Bradford Royal Infirmary (BRI), one week of which he was in a coma on a ventilator. Khurram, who turned 38…
11:29 AM 19th May 2020
Foreign Secretary's Statement on Coronavirus (COVID-19): 18 May 2020
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 18 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good afternoon and welcome to today’s Downing Street Press Conference. I’m pleased to be joined by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam, our Deputy CMO. I’ll start with the daily update on the latest data…
9:57 PM 18th May 2020
Business Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 17 May 2020
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 17 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good afternoon. I am joined today by Professor Steve Powis who is National Medical Director of NHS England. I will shortly be setting out our progress on vaccines but first, I want to…
11:21 AM 18th May 2020
Coronavirus: Update On Bathing Season 2020
An update on this year’s bathing season which runs from 15 May to 30 September 2020. On Wednesday (13 May 2020) the government announced that people would be able to spend more time outside both for exercise and recreation in England. As part of this revised guidance, you can now go…
12:23 PM 16th May 2020
Opinion
Bring Back Six Of The Best!
Christopher Jackson
Features Writer
I still mourn the decision to scrap corporal punishment, and no one will convince me that classroom behaviour has not deteriorated since it’s banning. Bring back Whacko! and Old Bunter. Getting a few from the Headmasters thin rattan was a badge of honour at my school. The minute you returned…
6:33 AM 16th May 2020
Health And Social Care Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 15 May 2020
Matt Hancock
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 15 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good afternoon and welcome to Downing Street for the daily coronavirus briefing. I’m joined by the Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Jenny Harries and by NHS England’s Medical…
8:09 PM 15th May 2020
HM Coastguard Asks Everyone To Take Extra Care
With significant numbers of people expected to take to the water this weekend in England, HM Coastguard is asking everyone to take extra care in extraordinary times. Boating, swimming and other sea-based activities are now allowed once again in England under the new Government guidelines, but, now more than ever…
11:43 AM 15th May 2020
Communities Turn Iconic Red Phone Boxes ‘Blue’ To Thank The NHS
From a village food larder to commemorating the NHS BT offers communities the chance to adopt their local phone box for just £1 and turn it into something inspirational for their local area 369 traditional red phone boxes available for adoption in Yorkshire and The Humber 33 red kiosks available for adoption in…
10:59 AM 15th May 2020
Transport Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 14 May 2020
Describing how the time during lockdown has been used to fix and upgrade road and rail infrastructure, including plans to help the economy bounce back. Opening remarks Good afternoon and welcome to today’s Downing Street press conference. I’m pleased to be joined by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam. Latest data Let me start by updating you on…
7:11 PM 14th May 2020
New Guidance On Spending Time Outdoors
Details on a range of outdoor activities which will be allowed in England from 13 May 2020 subject to social distancing rules. From today, people are allowed to spend more time outdoors They will be able to go to parks and beaches to sunbathe, have a picnic…
11:55 AM 13th May 2020
'Then And Now' Project At Skipton Library
Skipton Library
A unique project hosted by libraries across North Yorkshire is taking a new look at the past and present of some of the county’s most cherished landmarks. The 'Then and Now' project was funded by a £5,000 grant by Libraries Connected Yorkshire and Humber. It aims to develop creative and…
1:54 AM 13th May 2020
Business Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (Covid-19): 12 May 2020
Alok Sharma
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 12 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good afternoon. I am joined today by Professor Stephen Powis, National Medical Director of NHS England and Sarah Albon who is the Chief Executive of the Health and Safety Executive. First,…
8:54 PM 12th May 2020
The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority Asks Everyone To Show Respect
Malham. Photo by Tim Hill
From Wednesday 13 May the Government is allowing people to “exercise outside as many times each day as they wish” and stating that “people may drive to outdoor open spaces irrespective of distance, so long as they respect social distancing guidance while they are there”. David Butterworth, Chief Executive of…
10:27 AM 12th May 2020
Sikh Community’s Generous Donation To Help Hospital Heroes Fight Covid-19
The congregation (sangat) of the Guru Gobind Singh Gurdwara has donated an incredible £40,400 to Bradford Hospitals’ Charity’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Fund to help medics in the fight against Covid-19. Bradford Hospitals’ Charity – the charitable arm of Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – will use the donation to…
10:17 AM 12th May 2020
Opinion
Stay Inert, Control The Media, Save Squirrels
In a different universe, we would have just had the 2020 general election. Five years ago, the Conservatives won a majority and, under the Fixed Term Parliaments Act, the five-year term would have been completed last week. David Cameron’s campaign in 2015 rested on a simple choice: “stability and strong…
7:00 AM 12th May 2020
Public Advised To Cover Faces In Enclosed Spaces
The public is advised to consider wearing face coverings in enclosed public spaces such as shops, trains and buses to help reduce the spread of coronavirus. People who use public transport or visit shops should consider covering their mouth and nose, based on advice from SAGE Face coverings…
3:33 PM 11th May 2020
Joint Statement Between The UK And France: 10 May 2020
A joint statement between the UK and France, following a conversation between the Prime Minister and President Macron earlier today. The Prime Minister and President Macron spoke today. They stressed the need for close bilateral, European and international cooperation in the fight against Covid-19. The leaders spoke about the need to…
7:16 PM 10th May 2020
PM Address To The Nation On Coronavirus: 10 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus. It is now almost two months since the people of this country began to put up with restrictions on their freedom – your freedom – of a kind that we have never seen before in peace or war. And you have shown the…
7:44 AM 10th May 2020
PM Call With Prime Minister Of Poland: 8 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with Polish Prime Minister Morawiecki yesterday to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day. A Downing Street spokesperson said: "Prime Minister Boris Johnson today spoke with Prime Minister Morawiecki of Poland to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day. "The…
9:22 AM 9th May 2020
Transport Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 9 May 2020
Announcing a £2 billion package to support active travel to help the country emerge from coronavirus crisis. Opening remarks Good afternoon, and welcome to today’s Downing Street press conference. I’m pleased to be joined today by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam. Latest data Let me start by updating you on the latest information from the COBR data…
6:40 AM 9th May 2020
PM Call With President Of The European Commission: 8 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. A Downing Street spokesperson said: "The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen today about the response to the coronavirus pandemic. …
7:06 PM 8th May 2020
Marking 75 Years Since VE Day
Today, the nation will unite to mark 75 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe. Government has now announced further plans for the day, building on a programme of activity and celebrations announced last week. His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, accompanied by Her Royal Highness…
11:40 AM 8th May 2020
Unions Set Out Needs For Safe Reopening Of Schools In Letter To Education Secretary
The TUC is publishing a joint statement that was sent yesterday evening to the Secretary of State for Education, on behalf of unions with members in the education sector, outlining the measures needed for the safe reopening of schools. The statement from GMB, NAHT, NASUWT, NEU, UNISON and Unite sets out…
10:28 AM 8th May 2020
Foreign Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 7 May 2020
Dominic Raab
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 7 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good afternoon and welcome to today’s Downing Street Press Conference. I’m very pleased to be joined by Sir Ian Diamond the UK’s National Statistician from the ONS, And also by Dr Jenny…
8:41 PM 7th May 2020
Selling A House? Keebles Advise On The Witnessing Of Deeds During Lockdown
Mike Ramsden
During the Covid-19 outbreak, selling and buying property has in some cases, been put on hold as people cannot have their identity verified and certain documents cannot be witnessed. The Land Registry has announced that from 4 May it is introducing new temporary measures to make is easier to…
10:37 AM 7th May 2020
Exclusive: Interview With Colonel Tom Moore
In these unprecedented times we all need a diversion from what is going on in the world right now. Of course it had to be a Yorkshireman who would become a national treasure as he made the headlines with his walk of 100 laps of his garden to raise money…
3:20 AM 7th May 2020
Communities Secretary's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19): 6 May 2020
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19 and the work being done locally. Good afternoon, Welcome to the coronavirus press conference from Downing Street. I’m joined this afternoon by Professor Yvonne Doyle Medical Director for Public Health England and Dr Nikki Kanani Deputy Medical Director of Primary Care for NHS England. Today’s…
7:41 PM 6th May 2020
Does It Feel Strange Being 'On Furlough'?
Claire Shaw
Features Writer
The lockdown has created a situation that is alien to all of us and for those of us on furlough, it feels even more strange. Moreover, the word itself sounds a little odd to those of us who speak English as a first language, doesn't it? A quick check…
7:00 PM 5th May 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Scientific Evidence Supporting The UK Government Response
The national and global response to the spread of COVID-19 continues to develop quickly and our collective knowledge of the virus is growing by the second. During a response to a virus of this nature, it is imperative that the public is confident the government has based its decisions on…
3:30 PM 5th May 2020
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