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‘Stanley Johnson clause’ allows overseas travel to inspect foreign properties

‘Stanley Johnson clause’ allows overseas travel to inspect foreign properties

‘Stanley Johnson clause’ allows overseas travel to inspect foreign properties

23 March 2021

The coronavirus regulations ban foreign holidays but an exemption allows travel related to the purchase, sale, letting or rental of a home.


Sturgeon misled Holyrood committee over Salmond investigation, report finds

Sturgeon misled Holyrood committee over Salmond investigation, report finds

Sturgeon misled Holyrood committee over Salmond investigation, report finds

23 March 2021

The Committee on the Scottish Government Handling of Harassment Complaints has published its report.


Government to intervene in Northern Ireland abortion stand-off

Government to intervene in Northern Ireland abortion stand-off

Government to intervene in Northern Ireland abortion stand-off

23 March 2021

Secretary of State Brandon Lewis will table a regulation giving him the power to direct Stormont’s Health Department to commission services.


Fewer daffodil flowers to be harvested ‘due to lack of pickers’

Fewer daffodil flowers to be harvested ‘due to lack of pickers’

Fewer daffodil flowers to be harvested ‘due to lack of pickers’

23 March 2021

Ordinarily, Taylors Bulbs in Holbeach harvests around 2.5 million cut daffodil flowers per year.


Cineworld confirms plans for May reopening

Cineworld confirms plans for May reopening

Cineworld confirms plans for May reopening

23 March 2021

The cinema chain, which also owns the Picturehouse franchise, said it expects to reopen screens and has signed a deal with Warner Bros on streaming.


Jewish volunteers distribute food packages to families ahead of Passover

Jewish volunteers distribute food packages to families ahead of Passover

Jewish volunteers distribute food packages to families ahead of Passover

23 March 2021

The Jewish Community Council of North London prepared food parcels for thousands of people ahead of the religious holiday.


In Pictures: You must stay at home – a year since first lockdown

In Pictures: You must stay at home – a year since first lockdown

In Pictures: You must stay at home – a year since first lockdown

23 March 2021

From harrowing images to rays of hope.


Baillie backs probe into ‘entirely inappropriate’ leaks from Salmond committee

Baillie backs probe into ‘entirely inappropriate’ leaks from Salmond committee

Baillie backs probe into ‘entirely inappropriate’ leaks from Salmond committee

23 March 2021

Scottish Labour’s deputy leader, Jackie Baillie, said the leaks from the inquiry into the handling of complaints were ‘particularly bad’.


UK jobless rate falls for first time since Covid-19 crisis hit

UK jobless rate falls for first time since Covid-19 crisis hit

UK jobless rate falls for first time since Covid-19 crisis hit

23 March 2021

The Office for National Statistics said the unemployment rate edged back to 5% between November and January, down from 5.1% in the previous quarter.


What the papers say – March 23

What the papers say – March 23

What the papers say – March 23

23 March 2021

Many of Tuesday’s front pages lead with the lockdown anniversary and fears of a third wave of the pandemic.


Seal nicknamed Freddie Mercury put down after dog attack beside Thames

Seal nicknamed Freddie Mercury put down after dog attack beside Thames

Seal nicknamed Freddie Mercury put down after dog attack beside Thames

23 March 2021

The hospital said ‘sadly’ Freddie was not the only seal it had treated and reminded the public to keep their pets on a lead.


Call to protect NHS staff as report highlights ‘enormous’ toll of pandemic

Call to protect NHS staff as report highlights ‘enormous’ toll of pandemic

Call to protect NHS staff as report highlights ‘enormous’ toll of pandemic

23 March 2021

Staff have been ‘sprinting a marathon’ for the last year, the NHS Confederation warned.


Court of Appeal to rule on conviction appeals by members of the Shrewsbury 24

Court of Appeal to rule on conviction appeals by members of the Shrewsbury 24

Court of Appeal to rule on conviction appeals by members of the Shrewsbury 24

23 March 2021

Two dozen trade unionists who picketed during the 1972 national builders’ strike were charged with offences.


Holyrood’s inquiry into unlawful Salmond investigation to publish findings

Holyrood’s inquiry into unlawful Salmond investigation to publish findings

Holyrood’s inquiry into unlawful Salmond investigation to publish findings

23 March 2021

A Scottish Parliament committee will publish its report into the government’s unlawful harassment complaints investigation.


Third of those working from home during pandemic wore pyjamas in meetings – poll

Third of those working from home during pandemic wore pyjamas in meetings – poll

Third of those working from home during pandemic wore pyjamas in meetings – poll

23 March 2021

Survey suggests many are experiencing fatigue from video calls but more people favour returning to the office part-time instead of fully.


Nicola Sturgeon could still face Holyrood vote of no confidence

Nicola Sturgeon could still face Holyrood vote of no confidence

Nicola Sturgeon could still face Holyrood vote of no confidence

23 March 2021

The Scottish First Minister has been cleared of breaching the ministerial code by an independent investigation.


PM says restrictions are easing ‘once and for all’ a year on from first lockdown

PM says restrictions are easing ‘once and for all’ a year on from first lockdown

PM says restrictions are easing ‘once and for all’ a year on from first lockdown

23 March 2021

The Prime Minister offered his ‘sincere condolences to those who have lost loved ones’.


Man arrested after pregnant woman repeatedly punched

Man arrested after pregnant woman repeatedly punched

Man arrested after pregnant woman repeatedly punched

22 March 2021

The Metropolitan Police said enquiries are ongoing to establish a motive for the attack.


Care home staff could be legally required to be vaccinated for coronavirus

Care home staff could be legally required to be vaccinated for coronavirus

Care home staff could be legally required to be vaccinated for coronavirus

22 March 2021

The Government says no final decisions have been made.


‘Just setting up my twttr’: Twitter CEO sells first-ever tweet for £2 million

‘Just setting up my twttr’: Twitter CEO sells first-ever tweet for £2 million

‘Just setting up my twttr’: Twitter CEO sells first-ever tweet for £2 million

22 March 2021

The proceeds from the bidding war have been donated to charity.


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