Minister hints postcode lockdowns to be used when national curbs eased

Prepare for ‘postcode lockdowns’: Minister Helen Whately hints there WILL be rules imposed on localised areas to stop spread of Covid variants when national curbs are eased – but care homes could be back open for visits in WEEKS thanks to vaccine drive Government considering using postcode lockdowns when national curbs eased Would see localised … Read more

Dominic Raab says national lockdown could start to be eased in March

The 10 new coronavirus vaccine centres opening from Monday  Bournemouth International Centre, Dorset Taunton Racecourse, Somerset Blackburn Cathedral, Lancashire Salt Hill Activity Centre, Berkshire Norwich Food Court, Norfolk The Lodge in Wickford, Essex Princess Royal Sports Arena, Lincolnshire St Helens Rugby Ground, Merseyside The park-and-ride at Askham Bar, York Olympic Office Centre in Wembley, north … Read more

Michael Gove warns March is the EARLIEST lockdown can start to be eased

The new lockdown in England at a glance  England will be put into a full national lockdown that will last until the February half term.  According to the new rules:   All primary and secondary schools will close with immediate effect Classes will remain only for vulnerable pupils and the children of key workers.  The plan … Read more

Inflation drops to 0.3% as clothing and food prices eased during lockdown

Inflation drops to 0.3 per cent as clothing and food prices eased during blanket lockdown in England Headline CPI inflation rate dropped from 0.7 per cent in October to 0.3 per cent Clothing and food prices were the main factors behind the fall in November They were offset by rising costs of games, toys and … Read more

Covid-19 restrictions should be eased for the festive period, argues Professor KAROL SIKORA 

There are reassuring signs from ministers that a relaxation of Covid restrictions for part of the festive period will go ahead. It is a pragmatic decision and the right one. My own Christmas routine has been perfected during 46 years of marriage. On Christmas Eve I shall drive to London’s Smithfield Market to buy a … Read more

Lockdown lifts in Northern Ireland and restrictions are eased in parts of Scotland

The lockdown in Northern Ireland was lifted last night allowing non-essential retail and parts of the hospitality sector to reopen.  Restaurants, gyms, hair salons and pubs serving food are among the businesses allowed to start trading again under new regulations.   The ‘circuit breaker’ lockdown ended on Thursday just before midnight, but ministers warned against a ‘festive … Read more

Matt Hancock says Covid rules will not be eased for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve parties are OFF: Matt Hancock dashes hopes for December 31 as he insists rules will only be relaxed ‘for Christmas’ and tells the nation ‘don’t blow it with the vaccine on the horizon’ Matt Hancock said relaxed rules to allow families to meet are ‘just for Christmas’  Health Secretary ruled out extending … Read more

Drinkers head to pubs in Ireland after six weeks as tough lockdown restrictions are eased

Pubs across Ireland reopened to customers yesterday after a month and a half of closures, but those looking to buy a pint must also buy a substantial €9 meal.   As of yesterday, parts of the hospitality sector were given the green light to welcome back punters if they turn up in groups of six or … Read more

Drinkers head out on first weekend after restrictions eased as millions expected to hit high streets

Thousands of drinkers headed out on the first weekend after lockdown restrictions were eased while millions are expected to hit the high streets today in a £10billion Covid spending spree. Revellers were seen flocking to bars in Soho, London, and braving the wintry weather in York last night after the second lockdown in England came … Read more

Easyjet bookings soar on news lockdown will be eased over Christmas

Easyjet bookings soar for December on news lockdown restrictions will be eased over Christmas By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:51 GMT, 26 November 2020 | Updated: 21:51 GMT, 26 November 2020 Families desperate to see loved ones over Christmas have helped drive a 200 per cent surge in flight and holiday searches … Read more