Around two-and-a-half million coins celebrating the profound contribution that minority communities have made to the UK’s shared history will be released into circulation on Monday. The new 50ps signal the intent of the Royal Mint and Chancellor Rishi Sunak to include a wider range of people on coins and notes in …
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George Osborne is the latest name to be linked to the next BBC chairman role, according to reports. The former Chancellor of the Exchequer, who earlier this year missed out on a position as chairman of the Royal Opera House, is being urged to apply for the role, according to The …
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Hundreds of vulnerable north-east people were turned away after travelling for flu jabs this week – as outrage continues over the handling of vaccinations across Grampian this year. Would-be patients were told on Thursday their appointments had been cancelled without notice due to what the NHS yesterday described as “logistical …
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Parcel Delivery Market Forecast 2020-2026 The Global Parcel Delivery Market research report provides and in-depth analysis on industry- and economy-wide database for business management that could potentially offer development and profitability for players in this market. This is a latest report, covering the current COVID-19 impact on the market. The …
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A KIRKBY Lonsdale bar has introduced adoptions to its layout and offerings which have turned its premises into a Covid secure location. The Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery’s venue, The Royal Barn, has renovated its premises and customised its seating arrangements during lockdown. The new layout includes an upstairs seating area, booths …
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The University of Bristol’s new Temple Quarter campus could be delayed by up to five years without £150million of government help, an MP told Parliament. The warning came as four cross-party local MPs put their case directly to the housing minister for huge amounts of Whitehall cash for the city’s …
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Almost a third of England’s councils saw a drop in coronavirus infections last week amid calls for a second circuit-breaker lockdown and tightening restrictions across the country. As many as 41 out of 149 councils recorded a fall in their Covid-19 infection rates in the week ending October 11, according …
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Downing Street today insisted couples in coronavirus hotspots who do not live together must stick to social distancing rules if they meet up outside even if they are in long term relationships. The Government’s Covid-19 restrictions dictate that people living in tier two or tier three areas are not allowed …
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As a Royal Ballet star, Francesca Hayward is used to receiving bouquets and applause. But now the principal dancer is hearing the sound of alarm bells as she fears she’s become addicted to shopping via her smartphone. ‘I actually have near-to a shopping problem,’ admits the 28-year-old, who’s enjoying a passionate …
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A ROYAL Mail worker has tested positive for coronavirus. A Royal Mail spokeswoman said an “intensive clean of the site” had been carried out following the news and the worker is currently recovering from the illness at home. She said: “Recently, a colleague tested positive for coronavirus. “They are now …
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