The latest headlines in your inbox twice a day Monday – Friday plus breaking news updates Today Chancellor Rishi Sunak will set out his summer economic measures in a speech in the House of Commons, as he faces pressure to assist those impacted financially by the coronavirus crisis. Amid concerns …
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The Independent employs reporters around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, please consider a contribution. Embargoed to 2230 Thursday 2 July Chancellor Rishi Sunak must extend furlough arrangements in areas like Leicester which are forced into local lockdowns and offer targeted support for businesses and sectors …
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By Paul Sandle and Estelle Shirbon | Reuters LONDON – Britain is scaling up coronavirus testing for frontline National Health Service (NHS) staff, with hundreds of tests due to be carried out in coming days and many more next week. The United Kingdom has so far reported 14,579 cases of …
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