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Travel News

Could a traffic light system get UK travelling internationally again?

Could a dual-testing scheme finally restart international travel? Experts believe it could be the way forward.

26/03/2021

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Muhammad cartoons: UK education secretary condemns threats to teacher

A UK school has apologised after a teacher showed satirical cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad to students, sparking protests.

26/03/2021

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Union Jack flag must be flown on all government buildings, UK decrees

Under the new rules, any government building wishing to fly the European Union flag will need special permission.

24/03/2021

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Boris Johnson warns against EU vaccine export 'blockade'

The British prime minister said 'blockades' of vaccines would be counter-productive, as the EU and UK vowed jointly to seek a 'win-win' situation over supplies.

24/03/2021

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UK asylum overhaul seeks to restrict Channel migrants' claim rights

Home Secretary Priti Patel's plan to make it harder for people entering the UK by unauthorised routes to claim asylum has been branded 'inhumane' by the Red Cross.

24/03/2021

Climate

Wildfire risk increases in the UK due to climate change, says study

Periods of 'exceptional danger' could rise to four days per year on average by 2080.

24/03/2021

United Kingdom

'Disbelief': Brits reflect on a bizarre year since the first lockdown

Euronews spoke to a teacher, doctor, tour manager, actor and student to find out how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted their work and lives.

23/03/2021

My Europe Series

Is Gibraltar a glimpse into the future for vaccination-leading UK?

Gibraltar was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic - but its successful vaccination campaign should see all adults immunised by the end of March, and it is opening back up.

23/03/2021

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Banksy artwork raises more than €19 million for UK health service

The Bristol-based artist has created at least two other coronavirus-related works since the outbreak of COVID-19.

23/03/2021

Eco-Innovation

Where are the UK’s renewable energy 'deserts'?

An eye-opening report into small-scale renewables shows vast swathes of the British isles are in the dark.

23/03/2021

Green News

Why ‘Global Green City’ of Glasgow is the host of COP26 this year

Glasgow has committed to carbon neutrality by 2030, find out what the long-term sustainability plan is for the city.

23/03/2021

Business

Deliveroo valued at €10 billion despite failure to deliver on profit

The food delivery company Deliveroo is set to give the London stock market its biggest new listing in more than seven years after it announced it will be seeking a valuation of €10 billion euros when it launches in the city.

22/03/2021

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UK vaccinates more people in one day than a dozen EU nations combined

On Saturday, the UK inoculated 844,285 people. That's more than 12 EU countries combined, including Germany, France, Italy and Poland.

22/03/2021

Europe Decoded

Far-right groups use Instagram to recruit youngsters, report claims

This study found multiple far-right groups were utilising Instagram's features to spread propaganda and recruit new members.

22/03/2021

United Kingdom

Nicola Sturgeon cleared of breaching ministerial code

The investigation looked at whether Sturgeon had misled parliament over meetings she held with Salmond over harassment claims against him and whether she had attempted to influence the conduct of the investigation into them.

22/03/2021

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COVID-19 vaccines: UK says 'world is watching' EU on export ban threat

A British minister warned the EU against 'counter-productive' measures after the Commission president said a ban was possible if AstraZeneca did not meet supply commitments.

21/03/2021

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'You're not alone': Prince Harry tells children of COVID-19 victims

Harry shares the experience of losing his mother, Princess Diana, as a child.

20/03/2021

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Half UK adults receive first vaccine dose as EU threatens AstraZeneca

The UK government heralds a 'huge success' after more than 26 million first doses of coronavirus jabs are administered, while the European Commission warns AstraZeneca to meet its delivery targets to the bloc.

20/03/2021

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Scotland’s First Minister ‘misled’ parliament over Salmond allegations

A committee has found Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon “misled” the nation’s parliament over sexual assault allegations against her predecessor Alex Salmond.

19/03/2021

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FA failed to protect children from sex abuse, independent inquiry says

"There was often a feeling that without ‘concrete evidence’ or a specific allegation from a child nothing could, or should, be done", said the chief investigator.

18/03/2021

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UK to have a 'a significant reduction' in vaccine supply from March 29

The NHS said there would be "a significant reduction" in COVID-19 vaccine supplies from 29 March. UK health minister Matt Hancock says they are on track to meet their target to vaccinate everyone over 50 by April 15.

17/03/2021

Europe Decoded

AstraZeneca jab pause 'will definitely increase vaccine hesitancy'

"We have already seen a problem before now with vaccine hesitancy, but it [the halt] will definitely increase that," Dr William Budd told Euronews.

16/03/2021

Climate

What could an anti-protest bill mean for climate activism?

The bill would mean police taking a more proactive approach to dealing with “highly disruptive” protests in the UK.

16/03/2021

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'Irresponsible and bizarre': Expert slams AstraZeneca jab suspension

Sweden and Latvia join other European countries in suspending the use of the jab amid reports of dangerous blood clots in some people recipients

16/03/2021

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The UK looks to the east in post-Brexit foreign policy shake-up

The PM has outlined his government’s foreign policy direction for the coming years, following the UK’s exit from the European Union.

16/03/2021

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UK's Prince Philip leaves hospital following a month of treatment

The 99-year-old left King Edward VII hospital in London following treatment for an infection and a heart condition.

16/03/2021