ri CCTV appeal after brick thrown at paramedic's window in Slough leaves them 'unable to go to work' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T11:19:07Z A paramedic was left unable to go to work after a brick was thrown through their car window. Full Article
ri Sir Philip Rutnam formally begins legal action against Home Secretary Priti Patel over constructive dismissal claims By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T11:38:44Z Former Home Office Permanent Secretary Sir Philip Rutnam has formally begun legal action against Home Secretary Priti Patel, claiming "constructive dismissal". Full Article
ri Police issue lockdown fines to nighttime boat trippers after helicopter scrambled to search for them By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T12:17:41Z Pair in Leicestershire reprimanded for illicit weekend venture which prompted police helicopter search Full Article
ri NHS dentist spends evenings delivering food packages to other healthcare staff when not in hospital By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T12:55:05Z An NHS dentist is spending her time away from the frontline co-ordinating food donation packages for fellow heathcare staff during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
ri Twitter down as thousands of users experience issues accessing their feeds By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T13:09:00Z Twitter is down for a large number of users leaving them unable to load posts. Full Article
ri New York woman creates exchange for unused travel cards to go to key workers during coronavirus crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T14:09:50Z As the coronavirus pandemic continues worldwide, one woman in New York has devised a simple system to ease the financial burden for those risking their lives on the frontline. Full Article
ri Human vaccine trials set to begin as health chiefs warn of 'second wave' of Covid-19 deaths if lockdown rules are flouted By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-18T22:19:00Z Trials of a vaccine that could protect against Covid-19 are to begin in the UK. Full Article
ri Gavin Williamson says he wants 'nothing more than to re-open schools' but can't give a date until coronavirus lockdown criteria are met By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-19T17:54:00Z No date can yet be set for re-opening schools in England, the Education Secretary has said, following reports children could be back in the classroom in just three weeks. Full Article
ri France will have to live with coronavirus amid brutal economic crisis, says PM By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T08:54:00Z Coronavirus: the symptoms Full Article
ri Prince Harry warned Meghan's father Thomas that speaking to press would 'backfire', court documents show By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T10:20:00Z Full Article
ri Government's furlough scheme opens today as millions apply for financial support during coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T09:25:00Z What is furlough? Read more HERE Full Article
ri NHS staff asked to treat Covid-19 patients without gowns amid 'critical' PPE shortage By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T17:22:00Z NHS doctors and nurses on the frontline are now being asked to treat coronavirus patients without full-length gowns if necessary, ahead of expected shortages. Full Article
ri Government 'working to resolve' delays to Turkish PPE shipment as Rishi Sunak confirms arrival of 140k gowns for NHS By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T15:34:00Z Chancellor Rishi Sunak said the Government had faced some unexpected delays to the delivery of personal protective equipment from Turkey. Full Article
ri Transport for London to place staff on furlough scheme during coronavirus pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T11:37:00Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Full Article
ri Lowest rise in UK coronavirus death toll for two weeks as total jumps by 449 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T14:34:00Z The number of people who have died in hospital in the UK after testing positive for coronavirus has jumped by 449, the lowest increase in two weeks. Full Article
ri Donald Trump calls criticism over US test numbers 'political game' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T17:55:54Z Donald Trump has suggested criticism levelled at test shortages across the US is part of a "very dangerous political game". Full Article
ri Tribute to 'kind and generous' occupational therapist who died after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T18:12:09Z Vivek Sharma was described as a gentle soul who was kind and generous Full Article
ri Prince Charles pays tribute to NHS staff who have made the 'ultimate sacrifice' in serving public during coronavirus crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T18:30:50Z The Prince of Wales has paid tribute to NHS staff who have made the "ultimate sacrifice" serving the British public during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
ri Oil prices in US drop below zero for first time in history as demand plunges amid coronavirus pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T19:18:00Z Oil prices in the US have dropped into negative territory due to collapse in demand amid the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
ri NHS supply of face masks could be put at risk if public advised to wear them, Government warned By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T21:17:00Z Follow our live coronavirus updates here Full Article
ri Deficit could hit £300 billion amid race to keep economy alive during coronavirus crisis, report shows By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T22:04:35Z Follow our live coronavirus updates here Full Article
ri Your morning briefing: What you should know for Tuesday, April 21 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T03:59:00Z Full Article
ri UK coronavirus LIVE: Lockdown measures could go on for months as WHO warns 'worst is yet to come' in worldwide Covid-19 crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T18:10:00Z The UK's coronavirus lockdown measures could continue for months with the public urged to stick with the stay home guidance. Full Article
ri Food For London Now: Print out your Damien Hirst heart and join star artist in standing with volunteers By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T10:13:00Z Donate at virginmoneygiving.com/fund/FoodforLondonNOW Download Damien Hirst's Butterfly Heart 2020 image here to print out and display in your window Full Article
ri Elderly couple sprayed in face with fire extinguishers during 'despicable' raid in east London By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T06:39:00Z Full Article
ri Good Morning Britain viewers in tears after war veteran Ken Bembow presented with touching gift to remember late wife By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T07:30:00Z A war veteran has touched hearts around the country after he was given a "precious" cushion featuring a picture of his late wife. Full Article
ri UK weather forecast: Britain to be hotter than Lanzarote this week as temperatures soar to highs of 24C By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T22:33:00Z Sweltering temperatures are expected to hit the UK this week as the hottest April in almost a decade continues. Full Article
ri Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's 'temporary release from prison in Iran extended', her MP says By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T07:42:00Z Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's temporary release from prison in Iran has been extended during the coronavirus pandemic, her MP has said. Full Article
ri Michael Gove denies three-phase lockdown exit plan as he launches staunch defence of Boris Johnson's coronavirus response By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-19T08:29:00Z Michael Gove insisted the Government "should not be thinking of lifting" lockdown restrictions yet as he launched a staunch defence of Boris Johnson's management of the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
ri Questions raised over coronavirus pandemic response with Boris Johnson's initial actions criticised By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-19T05:32:00Z Questions have been raised over the Government's response to the coronavirus pandemic with Boris Johnson's early actions amid the crisis criticised. Full Article
ri Unemployment increased by 22,000 to 1.36m before coronavirus pandemic gripped UK By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T06:12:00Z Unemployment increased by 22,000 to 1.36 million in the three months to February, before the coronavirus pandemic gripped the UK, official figures showed. Full Article
ri Richard Branson warns Virgin Atlantic will collapse without Government support as he defends himself over bailout backlash By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T09:04:00Z Billionaire Sir Richard Branson today warned Virgin Atlantic will need financial aid from the Government in order to survive the coronavirus crisis as he defended himself amid backlash over a bailout request. Full Article
ri E-scooter inquiry launched amid warning they could pose 'significant' threat to pedestrians By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T09:21:32Z MPs will investigate the potential consequences of allowing electric scooters to be used on the road. Full Article
ri Virtual work experience to help students beat coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T08:42:00Z Businesses are giving schoolchildren virtual work experience placements to prevent them from missing out on opportunities during the coronavirus. Full Article
ri 'World's loneliest dolphin' dies after two years living in abandoned Japanese aquarium By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T10:14:53Z A dolphin named Honey has died while living alone in a tank at an abandoned Japanese aquarium, according to advocacy organisation Dolphin Project. Full Article
ri Fourfold increase in deaths with coronavirus crisis for elderly deepening By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T10:15:13Z Nearly one in six coronavirus fatalities have happened outside hospital, latest figures reveal Full Article
ri Paris suburbs hit by second night of riots over coronavirus lockdown curbs By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T10:23:19Z Riots erupted on the outskirts of Paris for a second night as young people fought with police and unleashed fireworks amid growing unrest over the impact of lockdown restrictions. Full Article
ri Queen pays tribute to Canadian police after 'devastating' shooting in Nova Scotia By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T10:30:00Z The Queen has paid tribute to the police in the wake of the "devastating" shooting in Canada after a gunman killed 18 in the deadliest such attack in the country's history. Full Article
ri Telling public to wear face masks 'would put NHS supplies at risk' By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T11:04:43Z Confusion over whether face masks would reduce the spread of Covid-19 in public places deepened today as a minister suggested that there may not be enough to go round even if scientists recommend their use on public transport and in offices. Full Article
ri Jobless figures rise and vacancies start to dry up as John Lewis reveals 17% drop in sales during coronavirus crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T09:13:00Z The first official signs of the jobs fallout from the coronavirus lockdown emerged today as figures showed the number of people in paid employment falling and job vacancies starting to dry up. Full Article
ri Boris Johnson to talk with Queen via video link in first conversation with monarch since contracting Covid-19 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T11:11:00Z Boris Johnson is having an audience with the Queen by video link – his first conversation with the Monarch since he fell ill with coronavirus three weeks ago. Full Article
ri Incredible street art springs up around UK and Ireland amid coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T11:36:52Z Incredible street art and graffiti has been popping up across the UK and Ireland over the last few weeks as the coronavirus pandemic grips the world. Full Article
ri Police dogs 'showered' in glass during 'unacceptable' brick attack on officers' car By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T12:18:56Z Two police dogs were "showered" in glass after a brick was thrown through the window of a car while officers were investigating reports of a house party. Full Article
ri Boris Johnson's fiancee Carrie Symonds calls for live animal meat markets to be banned to prevent another Covid-19-like pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T13:42:23Z Carrie Symonds has signed a petition calling for a worldwide ban on live animal meat markets after coronavirus is thought to have emerged at a "wet market" in Wuhan, China. Full Article
ri Father and daughter create eye-catching balloon sculptures in show of support for NHS during Covid-19 pandemic By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T14:16:00Z They want to 'bring a bit of colour' into people's lives amid the nationwide lockdown with balloon artwork Full Article
ri Police up security around 5G masts after spate of attacks linked to coronavirus conspiracy theories By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T14:35:01Z A UK police force has upped patrols around 5G masts in a bid to stop further attacks linked to coronavirus conspiracy theories. Full Article
ri London hospital trust opens '3D printing farm' to make visors for NHS staff on coronavirus frontline By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T08:23:00Z A London hospital trust has opened a "3D printing farm" to produce 1,500 face visors a day for frontline staff. Full Article
ri Ministers face criticism over lack of equipment for NHS staff as Parliament returns after Easter break By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T00:42:00Z Ministers will today face criticism over a failure to ensure NHS staff treating coronavirus patients have vital protective equipment as Parliament returns following an extended Easter break. Full Article
ri Boris Johnson tells Donald Trump he's 'feeling better and on road to recovery' after falling ill with coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-21T15:53:00Z Boris Johnson has told Donald Trump that he is "feeling better and on the road to recovery" at his Chequers country retreat after contracting coronavirus. Full Article
ri Jenny Harries calls for 'more adult conversation' about PPE shortages as she defends Government's handling of Covid-19 crisis By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-19T15:34:00Z England's Deputy Chief Medical Officer has defended the Government's response to the coronavirus outbreak and its distribution of vital protective equipment to frontline workers. Full Article