Cold callers are being blamed for failures in the NHS Test and Trace service because people do not want to answer ‘unrecognisable’ 0300 numbers. Call centre staff trying to reach people who have come into contact with positive coronavirus cases say many people ignore their calls because the 0300 prefix is often used by cold … Read more
Customer numbers fall after compulsory face masks were introduced in shops, figures reveal Footfall dropped by 1.6 per cent in England since masks were made compulsory The steepest downturn was in retail parks where it dropped by 6.6 per cent High streets saw a 1.9 per cent rise while shopping centres saw a 4 per … Read more
Navy tests the use of NETS to snare migrants in the Channel as record numbers cross illegally from France Military ships worked with UK Border Force to try out tactics in May and June Priti Patel revealed the scheme as she blamed Paris for the ongoing crisis More than 2,750 thought to have reached the … Read more
That dashing flight, shining blue back, and burst of twittering which sounds more like gossip than birdsong — there is no mistaking the most beautiful, agile and heart-lifting of birds, the swallow. Swallows make one of the most thrilling journeys in the natural world, bringing hope and renewal with them. We need that hope more … Read more
As if the Covid-19 pandemic wasn’t enough, unprecedented numbers of people are suffering emotional fallout from isolation, money worries and fear of coronavirus infection, leaving Britain facing a tidal wave of anxiety and depression. That’s the stark warning from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, with the organisation’s president, Professor Wendy Burn, declaring: ‘Our fear is … Read more
Have YOU suffered a Joe Wicks injury? Osteopath claims home workouts have caused number of people complaining of sprained ankles and twisted knees to TRIPLE during lockdown – due to poor technique and failing to stretch Millions across UK have replaced their usual gym routine with a home workout Bad habits like failing to stretch … Read more
It is one of the most beautiful – and most elusive – butterflies ever to be found in Britain. And after decades of decline, the magnificent Purple Emperor is set to make a comeback in record numbers this summer, thanks to May’s unusually warm weather. ‘This year will be amazing and possibly the best this … Read more
Third case of dengue fever confirmed in Miami – as report reveals cases of the rare disease are on the rise ‘due to climate change’ The first case was confirmed in March and the other two cases both this month Officials released a high risk health alert on Friday warning Florida residents to protect themselves … Read more
Commuters packed onto Tube services in London this morning as bus passengers will have to pay to use the service again from tomorrow. Pictures this morning show people riding underground trains on the Central Line during peak times, and finding social distancing impossible. Meanwhile, Transport for London (TfL) has today announced that charging for bus … Read more
Hospital admissions for coronavirus have halved since the pandemic’s peak, the head of the NHS reveals today. Writing exclusively in the Daily Mail, Simon Stevens says the fall in demand means the sick should not delay in seeking help for other illnesses. Hospital staff are treating just over 9,000 patients a day in England – down … Read more