Boris Johnson has chosen ‘political interest ahead of public interest’ over Cummings, says Sturgeon

Boris Johnson has chosen ‘political interest ahead of the public interest’ by refusing to sack Dominic Cummings says Scotland’s Nicola Sturgeon (who tried to resist sacking her own lockdown-busting adviser) She accused Mr Johnson of jeopardising public health messaging over adviser Scotland’s ex-top medic breached guidance with two visits to her second home She was … Read more

Nicola Sturgeon dismisses ‘hindsight’ backlash over testing and care homes

Phase One. expected from Thursday May 28: People will be able to use outdoor spaces for relaxing as well as for meeting one other household at a time. There will be a gradual opening of drive-through food outlets as well as garden centres. Outdoor activities which do not involve physical contact will be allowed locally … Read more

How the famous have changed their hair colour during lockdown

With hair salons closed and make-up artists banished from duty, public figures across the globe are being forced to take charge of their own beauty regimes. For many that’s involved a DIY haircut – or trusting their significant other with a YouTube tutorial and a pair of scissors. Others – including Scottish First Minister Nicola … Read more

Nicola Sturgeon says Scots lockdown can loosen from next week

Nicola Sturgeon unveiled her own ‘road map’ out of lockdown today with households set to be allowed to mix in ‘small numbers’ in their gardens from next week. The First minister said Scotland can take the first cautious steps towards easing the draconian curbs from May 28, suggesting the loosening will go further than has … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Anyone over five with symptoms can have test

Anyone over the age of five in the UK with coronavirus symptoms can now apply for a test, Matt Hancock announced today. The Health Secretary revealed checks will would be available at the drive-in centres or through mobile screening and could be booked online – although it is far from clear whether there will be capacity … Read more

The secret behind Nicola Sturgeon’s perfected quaffed locks revealed

Even lockdown can’t ruffle Nicola Sturgeon’s perfect crop: How Scotland’s First Minister has been cutting her own DIY-coloured locks with guidance from a Zoom hairdresser and ‘proper scissors’ Nicola Sturgeon, 49, has been showcasing her trademark locks over lockdown Hairdresser Julie McGuire has revealed she has been guiding her over Zoom  Scotland’s First Minister has … Read more

Coronavirus: Scotland refuses to join NHS contact tracing app

The NHS is rolling out its new coronavirus track-and-trace app today for testing across the Isle of Wight. This is how it will work STEP ONE: DOWNLOAD THE APP Britons will be able to download the app for free from the Department of Health website. It is also available vi the Apple and Android app … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Nicola Sturgeon’s separate Scotland strategy

Nicola Sturgeon has again jumped the gun on Westminster by revealing Scotland’s provisional ‘exit strategy’ from the coronavirus lockdown. The First Minister released a 27-page plan for how the loosening might happen north of the border, days before the PM is expected to unveil his ‘road map’ on Sunday. She said her preference was for the … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Nicola Sturgeon on separate Scotland strategy

Nicola Sturgeon has again jumped the gun on Westminster by revealing Scotland’s provisional ‘exit strategy’ from the coronavirus lockdown. The First Minister released a 27-page plan for how the loosening might happen north of the border, days before the PM is expected to unveil his ‘road map’ on Sunday. She said her preference was for the … Read more

Matt Hancock refuses to set out how UK government will ease coronavirus lockdown

Nicola Sturgeon’s plan to get out of lockdown The Scottish First Minister today set out some of the restrictions which could soon be lifted or modified north of the border. They include:  Businesses: Certain businesses could be allowed to reopen but only if they can guarantee that social distancing will be adhered to.  Schools: Ms … Read more