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• Coronavirus: Crisis 'has paused Whitehall backbiting' (2020-04-01 00:11:27)
  But a union boss questions whether ministers will value civil servants more "over the long term".
• Coronavirus: UK must go 'further, faster' to increase testing capacity (2020-03-31 19:08:16)
  The government is working to increase coronavirus tests, Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove says.
• Virus-hit charities 'need substantial support' (2020-03-31 18:37:40)
  MPs are told voluntary organisations could lose £4bn in income over the next three months.
• Coronavirus: MPs call for 'digital Parliament' to be set up (2020-03-31 17:32:02)
  Opposition MPs says Parliament must carry on, after Westminster shut up shop amid the coronavirus outbreak.
• Coronavirus: Aldi, Morrisons, Waitrose and Asda lift some restrictions (2020-03-31 13:58:09)
  Aldi, Morrisons, Waitrose and Asda ease limits on how many of some individual items people can buy.
• Coronavirus: Aldi, Morrisons and Waitrose lift some restrictions (2020-03-31 11:58:01)
  Aldi, Morrisons and Waitrose are easing restrictions on some of their products.
• Labour leadership: Call to resolve Anti-Semitism cases in four months (2020-03-31 11:36:52)
  The Board of Deputies of British Jews urges new Labour leader to resolve cases within four months.
• Coronavirus: Matt Hancock 'on mend' after 'mild' symptoms (2020-03-31 09:48:47)
  Matt Hancock thanks the public for cooperating with the government's "draconian measures".
• Coronavirus: Supermarket sales in March 'busier than Christmas' (2020-03-31 07:38:15)
  Grocery sales this month beat all previous records as shoppers stocked up, a survey says,
• Coronavirus: Home abortions approved during outbreak (2020-03-31 06:53:15)
  The government in England has changed its mind on home abortion several times.
• Coronavirus: Police told to be 'consistent' with lockdown approach (2020-03-31 02:50:23)
  The guidance to officers comes amid criticism of how some forces have enforced social distancing measures.
• Coronavirus: UK measures 'making a difference' (2020-03-30 21:38:41)
  People are heeding the advice to stay home to keep pressure off the NHS - and it's working, says adviser.
• Delay Brexit deadline amid coronavirus, say MEPS (2020-03-30 21:13:23)
  The UK is due to stop following EU rules by the end of 2020 but a group of MEPs say the date should be pushed back.
• Coronavirus: Foreign Office links up with airlines to fly stranded Britons home (2020-03-30 17:59:14)
  Foreign Office to work with airlines to gets tens of thousands home - and spend £75m on other charter flights.
• Former Labour MP for Bassetlaw Joe Ashton dies (2020-03-30 16:14:48)
  His death was unrelated to coronavirus his family say.
• Coronavirus: Why are British travellers struggling to get home? (2020-03-30 12:19:24)
  UK tourists stranded around the world want to know why more is not being done to help them get home.
• Labour leader rivals asked to film victory speech (2020-03-30 11:16:06)
  Rebecca Long-Bailey confirms coronavirus restrictions means the hopefuls have been asked to record a message in case they win.
• Coronavirus: 20,000 former NHS staff return to fight virus, PM says (2020-03-30 01:11:22)
  In a video posted online, the prime minister says the UK can get through the pandemic "together".
• Coronavirus: Fake news crackdown by UK government (2020-03-29 23:01:25)
  A rapid response unit is working with social media firms to take down misleading or harmful content.
• Alex Salmond's lawyer faces inquiry after 'sex pest' comment (2020-03-29 14:44:54)
  Gordon Jackson QC was filmed making comments during the sex assault trial of the ex-first minister.
• Coronavirus: Strict measures could last 'significant period' (2020-03-29 12:17:40)
  The date the virus peaks will depend on how people behave, Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove says.
• Coronavirus: Gove defends not joining EU ventilator scheme (2020-03-29 09:47:05)
  The cabinet minister says that the UK has not been disadvantaged by the government's decision not to join.
• Coronavirus: Domestic abuse victims 'still allowed to leave home' (2020-03-29 09:42:08)
  The government's coronavirus rules are tougher on people at risk of domestic abuse, the home secretary says.
• Coronavirus: Things will get worse before getting better, PM warns (2020-03-29 08:04:16)
  Measures to target coronavirus may get tougher, Boris Johnson says in letter sent to every UK home.
• Coronavirus: Things will get worse, PM warns in letter to Britons (2020-03-29 01:07:47)
  Writing to all UK households, Boris Johnson says measures to combat coronavirus could get tougher.
• Alex Salmond's accusers 'devastated' by court verdict (2020-03-29 00:06:30)
  A jury found the former first minister not guilty on 12 sexual assault charges, while another was found not proven.
• Alok Sharma: 'We will boost supply of protective equipment to NHS frontline staff' (2020-03-28 17:56:48)
  Business Secretary Alok Sharma says the government is bringing in a range of measures to speed up the production of protective equipment and hand sanitiser.
• NHS England: 'Now is not the time to be complacent' (2020-03-28 17:26:24)
  NHS England's medical director urges people to continue government advice to beat Covid-19.
• Coronavirus: Testing rolled out for frontline NHS staff (2020-03-28 03:56:48)
  Hundreds of coronavirus tests will take place this weekend, as infections in the UK continue to rise.
• Coronavirus: Gove addresses PM and Health Secretary's positive tests (2020-03-27 17:53:16)
  Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove stresses the importance of social distancing measures.
• Brexit: EU-UK meeting to go ahead via video link (2020-03-27 17:41:04)
  The government insists the coronavirus crisis will not slow its timetable for reaching a trade deal.
• Coronavirus: Increased testing capacity announced by Michael Gove (2020-03-27 17:37:27)
  Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove said there would be increased antigen testing for frontline workers.
• Coronavirus: All rough sleepers in England 'to be housed' (2020-03-27 16:56:48)
  Labour have welcomed the plan but said councils "need more support" and money to achieve it.
• Brexit: EU-UK trade talks to go ahead via video link (2020-03-27 16:44:44)
  The government insists the coronavirus crisis will not slow its timetable for reaching a trade deal.
• Coronavirus: Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests positive (2020-03-27 13:16:54)
  Mr Johnson and Health Secretary Matt Hancock have mild symptoms and they are self-isolating.
• Coronavirus: MPs urge support for migrants and charities (2020-03-27 13:03:40)
  They say some individuals and organisations are not covered by the government's coronavirus plans.
• Lib Dems suspend leadership contest until 2021 (2020-03-27 12:31:46)
  The party delays race to succeed Jo Swinson in the "national interest" due to the pandemic.
• In full: PM's statement on his coronavirus (2020-03-27 12:23:00)
  Boris Johnson says he's self-isolating in Downing Street, as that's "entirely the right thing to do".
• Coronavirus: Boris Johnson says he's tested positive (2020-03-27 12:06:16)
  In a video posted to his Twitter account, Boris Johnson says he is self-isolating and will continue to work from home.
• Coronavirus: Jeremy Corbyn says he was proved "right" on public spending (2020-03-27 05:59:17)
  The government now realises it has to invest in the state, the outgoing Labour leader tells the BBC.
• Coronavirus: Jeremy Corbyn says he was proved 'right' on public spending (2020-03-27 05:59:17)
  The government now realises it has to invest in the state, the outgoing Labour leader tells the BBC.
• Coronavirus: Wages, sick pay and time off explained (2020-03-26 19:49:30)
  What is happening to workers' wages and sick pay during the coronavirus outbreak?
• Coronavirus: 'Mix-up' over EU ventilator scheme (2020-03-26 19:11:17)
  Labour demands an "urgent explanation" from ministers over why they did not join EU equipment plan.
• Coronavirus: UK government unveils aid for self-employed (2020-03-26 17:14:02)
  The self-employed will be paid up to £2,500 a month to help them cope with the coronavirus crisis.
• Coronavirus: Jeremy Corbyn says government has been 'too slow' (2020-03-26 16:58:54)
  Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn says the most vulnerable have been given the least help.
• MP backlash over EU ventilator scheme (2020-03-26 15:22:03)
  Opposition parties accuse No 10 of putting "Brexit over breathing" by not joining the bloc's medical equipment plan.
• Coronavirus: Boris Johnson urged to face MPs during break (2020-03-26 13:07:38)
  Parliament has closed down for a month, meaning Boris Johnson will not be scrutinised by MPs.
• Postmasters 'rejoice' as convictions appeal granted (2020-03-26 12:47:25)
  Dozens were accused of stealing money, with some jailed, after the Post Office introduced a new IT system.
• Coronavirus: NHS staff to get free parking (2020-03-26 10:40:02)
  A petition signed by 400,000 called on the government to thank NHS staff by axing the fees.
• Coronavirus: Government orders 10,000 ventilators from Dyson (2020-03-26 08:48:44)
  The engineering firm developed a new type of ventilator in response to calls on behalf of the NHS.
• Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak to unveil financial aid for self-employed (2020-03-26 04:59:36)
  The chancellor's coronavirus support package comes after the PM pledges to do "whatever we can".
• Coronavirus: Parliament shuts down for a month (2020-03-25 19:01:08)
  Commons and Lords will stay empty until after the Easter break, to combat the spread of coronavirus.
• Parliament to close on Wednesday evening (2020-03-25 16:57:13)
  Commons and Lords could stay empty until after the Easter break, to combat the spread of coronavirus.
• Ministers warned coronavirus bill threatens services for disabled people (2020-03-25 14:56:28)
  Campaigners warn changes to care provision will be life-changing for people with disabilities
• PMQs: Final Corbyn and Johnson exchange in Commons (2020-03-25 14:30:41)
  Jeremy Corbyn faces Boris Johnson for the last time at Prime Minister's Questions as Labour leader.
• PMQs: Jeremy Corbyn tells PM to 'act' on coronavirus testing rates (2020-03-25 13:43:03)
  Jeremy Corbyn quotes a leaked email to ask why the prime minister was slow to start buying machines for coronavirus tests.
• PMQs: Jeremy Corbyn urges PM to on ban rental evictions (2020-03-25 13:13:19)
  The Labour leader asks if the prime minister is "going back on his word" to stop the eviction of private renters.
• PMQs: Jeremy Corbyn bows out with campaigning vow (2020-03-25 13:05:49)
  The Labour leader says his "voice will not be stilled" as he faces Boris Johnson for the final time.
• Coronavirus: Corbyn challenges PM on NHS protection (2020-03-25 12:56:56)
  Jeremy Corbyn asks what the government is doing to address the "appalling" lack of protective gear.
• PMQS: Johnson pay tribute to Corbyn at final PMQs as leader (2020-03-25 12:46:38)
  Jeremy Corbyn assures the prime minister that he will carry on campaigning and “demanding justice” when he steps down as Labour leader.
• Plan to cut the number of MPs axed over 'Brexit workload' (2020-03-25 12:27:35)
  David Cameron's proposal to shrink the size of the Commons by 50 MPs is dropped by the government.
• Coronavirus: Thousands volunteer to help NHS with vulnerable (2020-03-25 10:50:44)
  More than 250,000 people volunteer in a single day, exceeding the government's target.
• Parliament expected to close on Wednesday evening (2020-03-25 09:07:22)
  Westminster could close until after the Easter break, once the emergency Coronavirus Bill is passed.
• Coronavirus: No extra help for airlines, chancellor says (2020-03-24 21:05:52)
  Rishi Sunak says bailing out airlines would be a "last resort" as the sector braces for a $252bn loss.
• Coronavirus: Can couples meet up? (2020-03-24 18:49:13)
  Couples who don't live together need to decide whether to isolate together, the government says.
• Coronavirus: Only go to your job if you cannot work from home - Hancock (2020-03-24 18:21:26)
  The health secretary addresses confusion over what workers should do, as UK deaths rise by 87 in a day.
• Coronavirus: 'We will make sure we have the capacity' (2020-03-24 17:23:03)
  Health Secretary Matt Hancock announces plans to open a temporary hospital in London for 4000 patients.
• Coronavirus: Eviction protections watered down, says Labour (2020-03-24 17:15:28)
  Critics accuse the government of breaking its promise to renters to bring in a complete ban on evictions.
• Coronavirus: What are the new restrictions and why are they needed? (2020-03-24 16:16:28)
  The new measures will see shops closed and groups dispersed in order to fight coronavirus.
• Coronavirus: British nationals stranded abroad in 'dire' situation (2020-03-24 15:35:05)
  The foreign secretary is urged by MPs to step up efforts to help thousands of people get home.
• Coronavirus: Calls for clarity over new curbs on life in UK (2020-03-24 15:16:43)
  Britons face £30 fines for breaking limits on public gatherings but questions remain over the drastic new measures.
• Matt Hancock: Coronavirus restrictions 'are not advice' (2020-03-24 14:53:01)
  The health secretary sets out the only four reasons for people to leave their homes through the coronavirus pandemic.
• Coronavirus restrictions 'will last more than three weeks' (2020-03-24 14:23:52)
  Arlene Foster endorses the measures to slow the spread of coronavirus.
• Coronavirus: Construction workers fear for their safety (2020-03-24 14:15:59)
  Pressure is growing on government to act to protect construction workers against the coronavirus risk.
• Coronavirus: Ex-minister on 'empty' help for stranded Brits (2020-03-24 14:06:43)
  A Conservative MP tells the foreign secretary that the image of British people sleeping rough on Caracas streets "is not a good one".
• FMQs cancelled as Holyrood chamber shuts for a week (2020-03-24 13:54:18)
  MSPs will not sit in the Scottish Parliament chamber for more than a week as part of the coronavirus lockdown.
• Coronavirus: Barclay on government help for self-employed (2020-03-24 13:23:51)
  The government says self-employed people have not been forgotten when it comes to financial help.
• Michael Gove: Government will review new measures at Easter (2020-03-24 12:39:32)
  Michael Gove has told the BBC the government will review restrictions on movement.
• Coronavirus: What's in the emergency legislation? (2020-03-24 12:21:37)
  The new bill gives ministers powers that would be unprecedented in normal times.
• Alex Salmond trial: What is the political fallout? (2020-03-24 12:13:28)
  What could the acquittal of the former first minister mean for the Scottish government, the SNP and Nicola Sturgeon?
• Coronavirus restrictions: Sanctions could get tougher (2020-03-24 11:35:20)
  The BBC’s Norman Smith says there is "no way" that coronavirus restrictions will be lifted within three weeks as the UK heads towards a rise in cases.
• Windrush compensation scheme to get MPs' backing (2020-03-24 11:08:32)
  People wrongly told they were in the UK illegally will get financial redress under a new law.
• Coronavirus: UK brings in strict curbs on life to fight virus (2020-03-24 09:02:03)
  Boris Johnson is facing calls for clarity after introducing drastic measures, including banning gatherings of three of more.
• Coronavirus: UK wakes to strict new curbs on life (2020-03-24 07:17:51)
  Boris Johnson is facing calls for clarity after bringing in drastic measures, including banning gatherings of three of more.
• Coronavirus: ‘How is £94 a week going to pay anyone’s bills?’ (2020-03-24 00:48:02)
  Freelance gig economy workers say they cannot survive on the support offered by the government.
• In full: Johnson orders UK to 'stay home' to protect NHS from coronavirus (2020-03-23 23:10:41)
  Citizens can only leave home for basic shopping, exercise, medical treatment and essential work.
• Analysis: Huge decisions for PM to tackle (2020-03-23 18:03:22)
  The government faces massive challenges, but each of us is wrestling with a personal set of dilemmas too.
• Coronavirus: What next in the UK coronavirus fight? (2020-03-23 12:53:15)
  The UK's plan to tackle coronavirus has been changing. What's the latest and what's happening next?
• Coronavirus: More myths to ignore (2020-03-23 00:05:57)
  Reality Check tackles misleading health advice being shared online.
• Coronavirus: Stay at home to stay safe, 1.5 million advised (2020-03-22 17:11:26)
  They will be advised to stay at home for 12 weeks, as the UK's death total reaches 281.
• Coronavirus: Self-employed need financial help, unions warn (2020-03-21 11:49:41)
  A former Conservative cabinet minister joins trade unions in pushing for more financial protection.
• Coronavirus: Government to pay up to 80% of workers' wages (2020-03-20 21:18:12)
  The chancellor says employees who cannot work will receive 80% of their salary, up to £2,500 a month.
• Coronavirus: Labour urges 'faster' cash for workers (2020-03-20 19:44:10)
  Unions welcome the government's wages plan - but Labour says more cash is needed now.
• Coronavirus: Key workers revealed ahead of school shutdown (2020-03-20 16:44:12)
  Medics, police officers, teachers and transport staff are among those whose children will stay in school.
• Coronavirus: How to help kids cope with life without school (2020-03-20 01:59:01)
  Schools are closing because of coronavirus, leaving families wondering how to keep children happy.
• Coronavirus: Five ways hospitals will change to tackle the pandemic (2020-03-15 16:35:32)
  Hospital beds in hotel rooms and ventilators made at car factories are among coronavirus plans for the NHS.
• Budget 2020: Richer or poorer? Ask the calculator (2020-03-11 17:11:20)
  Use our Budget calculator to find out how your pocket may be affected by the latest tax measures.
• Budget 2020: What it means for you (2020-03-11 16:40:53)
  The Budget focused on coronavirus, but here is what it means for your financial health.
• Election 2019: What's the evidence that Russia interfered? (2020-03-11 00:17:54)
  A trove of confidential UK government documents was leaked online in the run-up to the last general election – but who’s to blame? We look at the evidence.
• Can Tories and trade unions be friends? (2020-03-06 02:01:17)
  One Conservative MP is urging the two sides to work together for their own good - and that of the UK.
• The decade that shattered trust in politics (2020-02-29 00:08:19)
  Laura Kuenssberg explores the scandals that shook faith in elites at the start of the 21st century.
• Brexit trade deal: What do the UK and EU want? (2020-02-27 13:34:10)
  The UK and EU have set out their stalls for negotiations on their future relationship.
• Brexit: How do you negotiate a trade agreement? (2020-02-21 01:02:22)
  There are a lot of negotiations to be done this year. Chris Morris looks at how they should be done.
• Driving after Brexit: What you need to know (2020-02-20 15:32:45)
  What could change for UK drivers abroad after Brexit?
• What Labour members want in a leader (2020-02-12 06:23:46)
  Party members in Bassetlaw on what they want from the next party leader.

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