P eople flying to the United States from the UK will have to produce a negative Covid-19 test before travelling following the emergence of a new coronavirus variant. The US became, on Christmas Day, the latest country to announce new travel restrictions because of the variant spreading in the UK …

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the UK will not continue to participate in it and will be replacing it with a new scheme. Source link

DAREDEVIL swimmers braved the chilly temperatures of the North Sea this morning, refusing to let the coronavirus pandemic stop them from marking a festive tradition. The outbreak of Covid-19 across the country, coupled with rising cases in Tendring and surrounding areas, had plunged the Christmas Day dip into doubt. But …

It’s a struggle thinking of Christmas present ideas for our family every year – but what you get the people who appear to have everything? Well when Meghan Markle was faced with this problem back in 2017, she decided to lead with humour. Three years ago, The Queen broke tradition …

AS THE year comes to an end, here is a round up of the crimes and court cases that shocked Daily Echo readers the most. Westquay rapist “pounced” on victim leaving her with “severe psychological harm” Krystian Kwarta raped his victim after repeatedly banging her head against a metal pole …

Most of us are hoping for a peaceful and healthy Christmas. But there will be some people who in need over a coronavirus test over the festive period, even on Christmas Day. There will be more than 50 Covid-19 testing sites open in Greater Manchester over Christmas and New Year. …

Speaking at a press conference after the deal was agreed, EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier said: “The British government decided not to participate in the Erasmus exchange programme.” At the press conference on the new deal, Boris Johnson “it was a tough decision” to leave the scheme.  The Prime Minister …

A STOURBRIDGE postman has been doing his bit to add sparkle to Christmas – as he does every year…but this time his festive lights are shining brighter than ever before. Although his family can’t see them as they usually do. Martin Heeks, aged 64, has always put Christmas decorations up …

It has been a very strenuous year for retail workers due to the coronavirus pandemic. Consequently, several stores across London have pledged to keep their doors closed on Boxing Day – a day when retailers often launch their January sales. Christmas Day is a time for receiving presents, not buying …

The storm comes after dozens were rescued and homes and businesses flooded by heavy rain in the run-up to Christmas. An amber national severe weather warning has been issued for parts of south Wales and across southern England, with gusts expected to reach up to 60-70mph in exposed coastal locations. …