Brexit: Sturgeon urges government to ‘get real’ in trade talks Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Nicola Sturgeon has previously ruled out Scotland joining the eurozone if it were to secede from the UK and start a new chapter in the EU. Now that the UK has left the bloc, Scottish independence would leave the country […]
Vaccine: Dr Hilary says ‘I can’t believe how misinformed’ people are Hospitals, sports stadiums and conference centres across the UK will be offering mass vaccinations as the country looks to launch the biggest immunisation programme in its history. Care home residents, people aged 80 and over and healthcare workers will be among the first to […]
BERLIN — Germans will be forced into a strict lockdown over Christmas, after weeks of milder restrictions on public life failed to slow the spread of the coronavirus, leading to record numbers of new infections and deaths, Chancellor Angela Merkel announced on Sunday. Starting on Wednesday, nonessential stores, schools and hairdressers will be required to […]
The White House will be disinfected when the current administration leaves next month. President-elect Joe Biden has reportedly ordered a deep clean of the 55,000 square foot building in Washington DC once current leader Donald Trump vacates the building following his defeat in the US election last month. It comes after Trump and several members […]
We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. But it admitted that imported fresh produce, including fruit and vegetables, may be affected. Meanwhile, Boris Johnson seized personal control of Britain’s no-deal preparations. The Prime Minister’s intervention is aimed at protecting […]
BRUSSELS (REUTERS) – The European Union’s rights watchdog has warned of the risks of using artificial intelligence in predictive policing, medical diagnoses and targeted advertising as the bloc mulls rules next year to address the challenges posed by the technology. While AI is widely used by law enforcement agencies, rights groups say it is also […]
Patients will start receiving COVID-19 vaccines at GP surgeries today. Vaccination centres run by local doctors in more than 100 locations across England will have the jab delivered to them, with some opening their clinics this afternoon. This is the latest phase of the UK’s vaccine rollout programme, and the majority will begin providing vaccination […]
LONDON (REUTERS) – Britain’s trade talks with Australia are advancing well, Trade Minister Liz Truss said on Sunday (Dec 13), speaking after the latest round of negotiations and with both sides having made initial offers on goods market access. Britain stands on the brink of a disruptive break with the European Union, its largest trading […]
LONDON (REUTERS) – Britain’s manufacturing industry warned of a potential ‘knockout blow’ if Prime Minister Boris Johnson is unable to secure a trade deal with the European Union before temporary transition arrangements end on Dec 31. Make UK, the trade body for British manufacturers, said it was slashing its growth forecast for the sector in […]
We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. The Duchess of Sussex has made an unexpected address on CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute, an annual special that highlights inspirational people. She reflected on the coronavirus pandemic and praised the “individuals (who) […]