United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Mix and match COVID vaccine study expanded to include Moderna, Novavax

The aim of the study is to assess how well people's immune systems respond when their second "boost" dose is a different type of vaccine to their first "prime" dose.

14/04/2021

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London Zoo reopens to public after latest lockdown closure

Visitors returned to ZSL London Zoo Monday (12 April 2021) as the attraction reopened to the public for the first time since its closure on 4 January, for the third national lockdown

13/04/2021

United Kingdom

UK COVID variant not more dangerous than original, say studies

Two teams of researchers in the UK found the new strain discovered in September 2020 has higher transmission rates but does not lead to more severe symptoms than the original.

13/04/2021

United Kingdom

UK government to investigate David Cameron's lobbying for Greensill

The British government has launched an independent inquiry into David Cameron's lobbying for Greensill.

12/04/2021

United Kingdom

'Legend of banter': Harry's tribute to Queen's husband Prince Philip

"He was my grandpa: master of the barbecue, legend of banter, and cheeky right ’til the end," said Prince Harry.

12/04/2021

World

Shoppers and pubgoers flock to streets as venues reopen in England

A handful of venues in England with 24-hour licences opened their doors to punters at 00:01 am, with customers braving the freezing temperatures to enjoy an outdoor pint for the first time since January.

12/04/2021

United Kingdom

Irishwoman Blackmore becomes first female jockey to win Grand National

Rachael Blackmore has smashed through one of the biggest gender barriers in sports by becoming the first female jockey to win the gruelling Grand National horse race.

10/04/2021

United Kingdom

Unrest in Belfast continues despite calls for calm after Duke's death

"Protests have been postponed out of respect for the Queen and the Royal Family," read posters posted in Unionist areas of the city.

10/04/2021

United Kingdom

Prince Philip's death has left 'huge void' in Queen's life, says son

Prince Philip’s funeral will take place on April 17 at Windsor Castle in a family service that will be closed to the public.

09/04/2021

United Kingdom

Prince Philip: A look at the Duke of Edinburgh's life in pictures

From growing up in a Greek royal family to his role as Britain's longest-serving consort, here's a look at Prince Philip's life in pictures.

09/04/2021

My Europe Series

What's behind the outbreak of violence in parts of Northern Ireland?

Successive nights of violence in various majority unionist areas of Northern Ireland has left dozens of police officers injured - but what has started the unrest?

09/04/2021

United Kingdom

How did Europe react to the death of Prince Philip?

Prince Philip "passed away peacefully" on Friday morning at Windsor Palace, the Royal Family said.

09/04/2021

Travel News

UK raises hopes of easing travel restrictions after months of lockdown

The UK government has announced travel restrictions could ease next month, just in time for summer travel.

09/04/2021

United Kingdom

Queen's husband, Prince Philip, dies aged 99

Known for his sense of humour and at times controversial gaffes, Queen Elizabeth II's consort was the longest-serving in British history.

09/04/2021

United Kingdom

The US calls for calm after more violence in Northern Ireland

The state department spokesman said the Biden administration was "deeply concerned" by the ongoing violence.

09/04/2021

United Kingdom

Lockdown and vaccine drive saw UK COVID cases drop 60%, says study

The study by Imperial College London also found that the relationship between infections and deaths is diverging, "suggesting that infections may have resulted in fewer hospitalisations and deaths since the start of widespread vaccination".

08/04/2021

Experiences

Buckingham Palace gardens opening to the public this summer

This summer, the Queen of England is sharing Buckingham Palace’s private gardens with the public for the first time. But hold the champagne.

08/04/2021

United Kingdom

Myanmar's ambassador to UK 'locked out of embassy' over coup criticism

Kyaw Zwar Minn said that staff members at the London embassy loyal to the military regime prevented him from entering his office.

08/04/2021

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Protesters hurl stones and petrol bombs in Northern Ireland

Protesters hurl stones and petrol bombs in Northern Ireland

08/04/2021

United Kingdom

Seventh straight night of violence in Belfast as leaders call for calm

The capital of Northern Ireland has been the scene of a week of rioting amid rising tensions over the fallout from Brexit.

08/04/2021

Eco-Innovation

The underground vegetable farm thriving in London’s wartime bunkers

World War Two tunnels under the UK capital have been transformed into a space for urban farming.

07/04/2021

United Kingdom

Oxford University suspends AstraZeneca vaccine trial on children

Oxford University has paused a trial of the vaccine on children and teenagers until further review by the British regulator.

06/04/2021

Travel News

UK to introduce ‘traffic light’ system for foreign holidays

A new framework is being announced to make travelling abroad possible in the UK.

06/04/2021

United Kingdom

Vaccination-leading UK tests return of supporters in football stadiums

Over the next two months people will be able to attend comedy gigs, football matches, and even 10k races, with COVID-19 testing before and after.

05/04/2021

United Kingdom

UK PM says he's hopeful international travel can resume from May 17

Johnson added that vaccine passports could be used as a way of continuing international travel without reimporting COVID-19 cases.

05/04/2021

United Kingdom

Police in London disperse churchgoers

Worshippers at a Good Friday service in London were told by police to leave or face fines over breach of Covid-19 regulations

04/04/2021