Facebook will crack down on ‘misinformation’ about Covid-19, including claims that coronavirus was man-made, the tech giant has announced, sparking freedom of speech fears. The news comes despite the outbreak’s source still not being identified, and after WHO scientists researching the origins of Covid in China said it is ‘extremely unlikely’ the virus leaked from a lab. … Read more
Police probe footage of man being hauled away by Covid crackdown cops after refusing to give his name when he was stopped ‘on his way to work’ The man was stopped by police officers in Solihull, West Midlands yesterday The two police officers were understood to be enforcing lockdown regulations In footage shared online, the … Read more
Matt Hancock ramps up Cabinet war over border crackdown saying UK needs ‘precautionary’ action against Covid variants that haven’t been detected yet – amid claims PM wants more ‘targeted’ approach PM favours targeted approach rather than making all air passengers quarantine Brazil and South Africa travellers will be met on arrival and escorted to hotels … Read more
‘Does that mean house parties for 14 are ok?’ Hospital boss and Piers Morgan slam Priti Patel’s ‘confusing’ £800 crackdown on raves of 15 or more for ‘sending mixed message’ Yesterday, Patel announced £800 penalty for people at gatherings of 15 or more Fines will double in amount for each repeat offence, up to maximum … Read more
Police dish out 66 times more fines to Covid-19 rule flouters than in first lockdown… as hundreds of students hold SNOWBALL FIGHT in park and more than 20 people ‘sledge’ on single sheet Scotland Yard Deputy Commissioner Steve House revealed extent of crackdown Sir Steve said the officers were now ‘accelerating more quickly’ to enforcement In the … Read more
Boris Johnson told footballer Marcus Rashford this morning paltry school meal hampers were ‘unacceptable’ – as one teacher admtted spending as little as £1 per meal rather due to ‘overheads’. The Prime Minister spoke to the Manchester United footballer following 48 hours of appalling images of sorry-looking groceries went around the internet. It came as … Read more
Police in Swansea stop vehicles at checkpoint to crackdown on non-essential journeys after two motorists from Tier 3 Bristol were fined for travelling to South Wales over weekend Welsh police are pulling over traffic in Swansea to check their travel is essential It follows hundreds of people flocking to Wales from England, despite lockdown Officers … Read more
Ministers are planning crackdown on ‘rip-off’ energy firms over expensive penalties for loyal customers Alok Sharma expected to announce moves in crack down on energy companies Many switch customers to more expensive standard rates when contracts end Legislation to regulate new energy-saving smart meters is also being considered By Harriet Dennys And Glen Owen For … Read more
Covid marshals are scrambled to bar in ‘aggressive’ Scotch eggs crackdown: Owner blasts ‘bolshy’ enforcement officers who visited her venue over ‘free snack with every drink’ offer Rachael Parke runs the bar/restaurant Number 29 in Burnham Market, Norfolk She was visited by Covid marshals over complaints of offering free scotch eggs Claimed she attempted to get around Covid rules … Read more
A London council has been blasted by the government for a lack of ‘common sense’ after it set up metal barriers in front of goals in a park to stop children playing football. Southwark council blocked the goals in Warwick Gardens in Peckham, south London, along with a sign that warned people not to touch … Read more