Britain’s railways will be ‘renationalised’ using emergency coronavirus measures – ending the current franchise system Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has revealed plans to ‘renationalise’ railways Under his proposals, ministers would have control over fares and timetables His plans will be revealed in a report of an independent review into UK railways Here’s how to help … Read more
The number of deaths in England and Wales was actually lower than average before Covid-19 struck the UK, researchers have found in a discovery they have branded the coronavirus paradox. Academics say protective measures used to fight Covid-19 — such as encouraging people to social distance and wash their hands more often — appear to … Read more
One couple closed their new pub an hour after reopening on the day of the coronavirus lockdown. Another has lost a lot of money but its staff are very excited to finally get back to work. Here are just some reactions from landlords and landladies around Britain as they prepare for July 4 – including … Read more
One of Britain’s biggest hotel operators has announced plans to reopen hundreds of its sites – but mini-bars and buffet breakfasts will be taken off the menu. French company Accor, which owns brands including Novotel, Mercure, Ibis and Sofi tel, is aiming to reopen some of its 270 hotels from the start of July. It comes … Read more
Build, build, build! Boris Johnson plans package to boost construction and rescue economy Government will allow planning permission extensions to save building projects Expiry dates between start of lockdown and end of this year extended to April Work sites will be allowed longer hours to help ensure safe social distancing By Larisa Brown Political Correspondent … Read more
Dion Dublin has slammed the government for not tackling the problem of racism in the UK and has called on them to take proper action in future. The former Premier League striker turned TV presenter spoke passionately about the subject during a broadcast of BBC sports show Football Focus on Saturday. The return of the … Read more
EasyJet took to the skies again today for the first time since its planes were grounded on March 30 – with passengers facing a raft of new coronavirus safety measures including mandatory face masks and an alcohol ban. The first flight, from London Gatwick to Glasgow, left at 6.53am for a scheduled arrival in Scotland … Read more
Private temperature checks, a luggage sanitising service and socially distanced beach loungers: Dubai’s five-star Atlantis The Palm hotel is doing safety VIP-style The hotel now has a dedicated hygiene officer and guests are offered a luggage sanitising service on arrival They are also given welcome kits containing protective gear and self-disinfected sunglass kits Tableside cooking … Read more
Tom Cruise beat UK government’s 14-day quarantine rule by touching down in the UK to start filming Mission Impossible sequel just HOURS before new coronavirus measures were enforced By Isabella Nikolic For Mailonline Published: 01:17 BST, 9 June 2020 | Updated: 02:00 BST, 9 June 2020 Tom Cruise reportedly managed to touch down in the … Read more
TikTok introduces ‘creator diversity council’ to support black creators after being criticized for suppressing content TikTok will address issues behind criticisms that it suppresses black creators The platform says it will revamp moderation and appeals processes It also created a ‘creator diversity council’ to promote black creators TikTok also says it will donated $1 million … Read more