Under the plans, airports could be shut and police could force people with symptoms into isolation.
Read More »Coronavirus: Parents urged not to send children to school
Schools are shut from today except to pupils who are vulnerable or whose parents are “key workers”.
Read More »Coronavirus: McDonald’s to close all UK restaurants
The fast food chain says it wants to protect the wellbeing of its staff and customers.
Read More »Coronavirus: Blood donors needed after 15% drop, says NHS
Officials urge blood donors to stick to their appointments if they are well enough.
Read More »Bolton stabbing: Girl, seven, killed by stranger in park
A 30-year-old woman, who is not known to the girl’s family, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Read More »Coronavirus: Follow virus advice or ‘tougher measures’ likely, says PM
An 18-year-old with underlying health issues dies in England after testing positive for coronavirus.
Read More »Primark UK stores closing ‘until further notice’
The fashion chain says it wants to protect the health of employees and customers.
Read More »Coronavirus: Rough sleepers in London given hotel rooms
About 300 rooms are secured to help protect rough sleepers as Londoners heed advice to stay indoors.
Read More »Coronavirus: Badminton Horse Trials called off
The event, which attracts crowds of 200,000 people, is cancelled for only the fifth time ever.
Read More »Coronavirus: London parks closing as areas urge tourists to stay away
Tourists are urged to stay away from parks and beaches as social distance rules are flouted.
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