Yvette Cooper: PM has a choice between protecting Dominic Cummings and looking after national interest

Boris Johnson and Labour's Yvette Cooper clash during the Liaison Committee hearing looking into the Government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham.

Boris Johnson rejects calls for Dominic Cummings to face inquiry

Boris Johnson rejected calls for Dominic Cummings to face an inquiry over his actions during the coronavirus lockdown. The Prime Minister told the House of Commons Liaison Committee: “Quite frankly I’m not certain – right now – that an inquiry..

Coronavirus in numbers: UK death toll reaches 37,460

The Department for Health has said 37,460 people died in hospitals, care homes and the wider community after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 5pm on Tuesday, up by 412 from 37,048 the day before.

Self-driving robot developed to help fight against coronavirus

A South Korean company have developed a robot that could assist in the fight to stop the spread of Covid-19 as countries begin to ease lockdown restrictions.

Camilla stars in retelling of James and the Giant Peach

The Duchess of Cornwall has taken on her first ever acting role since becoming a member of the royal family, joining Josh Gad and Taika Waititi in retelling Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach.

UK ‘firm’ against extension of Brexit transition period, says chief negotiator

Britain is “firm” that it will not extend the Brexit transition period beyond the end of the year, the UK’s chief negotiator with Brussels has told MPs. David Frost insisted that Britain is taking the stance to avoid more “significant”..

Stones laid outside Walsall hospital to serve as reminder of pandemic

Stones have been laid by NHS staff to represent remembrance, reflection and positivity outside Walsall Manor Hospital Emergency Department. The hospital has been hit particularly hard by the pandemic and hopes the stones will serve as a reminder of..

Premier League clubs unanimously vote to resume contact training

Premier League clubs vote unanimously to resume contact training as ‘Project Restart’ takes a giant step forwards. Squads are now able to train as a group and engage in tackling while minimising any unnecessary close contact.

Animation of Nasa SpaceX mission ahead of launch

Nasa and SpaceX are on course to make history on Wednesday as they launch two astronauts into space from US soil for the first time since 2011. Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley will journey to the International Space Station (ISS) at around 9.30pm UK..

Princess Beatrice and Dermot O’Leary unite to read an award-winning children's book

To mark the winner of this year’s Oscar’s Book Prize HRH Princess Beatrice and TV personality Dermot O’Leary have joined with others in lockdown, to record themselves reading the story, for all to enjoy. The picture book, called Tad has been..

Boots introduces new safety measures for high street stores

Boots is introducing new safety measures as it expects more customers to visit its high street shops as lockdown continues to ease. Upgraded PPE, additional screens at counters and hand sanitising stations are among the new measures to be introduced.

Sierra McCormick says new movie The Vast Of Night is the scariest she's seen in years

Sierra McCormick admits that although she doesn't scare easily, her latest film The Vast Of Night gave her chills. It will be released on Amazon on May 29.

Bayern Munich triumph in Der Klassiker

Bayern Munich head coach Hansi Flick and Borussia Dortmund manager Lucien Favre reflect on Tuesday's clash at the Westfalstadion, which saw Bayern triumph 1-0.

Hong Kong police out in force to disperse protesters

Police gathered outside Hong Kong's legislature complex on Wednesday to ward off protesters as lawmakers debated a bill that would criminalise abuse of the Chinese national anthem.

Four Minneapolis officers fired after death of black man

Four Minneapolis police officers who were involved in the arrest of a black man who died in police custody have been fired after a bystander's video showed the man pleading that he could not breathe as a white officer knelt on his neck.

Brexit briefing: 218 days until the end of the transition period

The UK left the European Union on January 31. Here we look at the latest figures and key dates in the ongoing Brexit process. Conor Murphy, Northern Ireland’s Finance minister is quoted saying Stormont will struggle economically due to both Brexit..

US students attend graduation ceremony at racetrack

250 students from a Las Vegas high school graduated in a very unique way during lockdown, with their ceremony being held at the Motor Speedway racetrack on Friday. Staff at the Faith Lutheran High School decided to take an alternative venue to allow..

Twitter puts fact-check warning on Trump tweets

Twitter has applied fact-check warnings to two of US President Donald Trump's tweets. The president hit back, saying Twitter was clamping own on free speech, and vowing to take action.

All you need to know from the May 26 Covid-19 briefing

Health Secretary Matt Hancock announces the trial of a new drug which he describes as probably the biggest step since the beginning of the pandemic.

Team GB judokas train together in lockdown

Team GB judo athletes Nekoda Smythe-Davis and Chelsie Giles continue to train in lockdown together despite the Olympics postponement.

Matt Hancock: Dominic Cummings decision was within guidelines

Health Secretary Matt Hancock followed the Prime Minister and other senior members of Cabinet in supporting Dominic Cummings decision to travel to County Durham during lockdown. Mr Hancock says Mr Cummings' need for childcare represented an..

Matt Hancock: New drug trial probably biggest step forward in Covid-19 treatment

Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced plans for a new trial of drug Remdesivir, a treatment originally developed to fight Ebola, which appears to shorten recovery time for people with Covid-19.

No new coronavirus deaths reported in Northern Ireland

Minister of Health Robin Swann announces no new deaths with coronavirus were reported on Tuesday in Northern Ireland. This is the first time since the pandemic took hold in March that the daily figure has been zero.

Nicola Sturgeon launches test-and-trace initiative in Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon announced that the Scottish Government’s approach to implementing its test, trace, isolate and support strategy will be in place from Thursday. Anyone in Scotland with coronavirus symptoms will now be tested and have their contacts..

Canterbury Cathedrall cat disappears during sermon

A cathedral cat has become a viral sensation after brazenly disrupting a recording of morning prayers. The Very Rev Dr Robert Willis managed to ignore the disturbance and continued his sermon.

Train firm using disinfectant which ‘will kill coronavirus for up to 30 days’

Govia Thameslink Railway’s entire fleet of Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express trains, plus stations and staff areas, have been treated with a powerful new disinfectant which it says sticks to surfaces, killing the coronavirus..

Coronavirus in numbers: UK death toll passes 37,000

As of 5pm on 25 May, of those tested positive for coronavirus, across all settings, 37,048 have died according to figures from the Department of Health.

What's changed with the new lockdown laws?

The Prime Minister has announced the second wave of lockdown easing, this time focusing on retail. As of June, all shops across England will be able to open, only if they can meet the guidelines to protect shoppers and workers. This piece looks at the..

Michael Gove has driven 'on occasion' to test eyesight

Michael Gove told LBC he had driven to check his eyesight, but he was "not an authority of driving" as it had taken him seven times to pass his test. When Nick Ferrari put it to Cabinet Minister Michael Gove that Dominic Cumming's Land Rover would not..

Critics lead backlash against Dominic Cummings' statement

Dominic Cummings has faced huge backlash from politicians and the public after being accused of flouting the rules he helped impose on the rest of the country. Critics included political commentator Alastair Campbell and SNP leader Ian Blackford.

Dominic Cummings: The lingering questions

Dominic Cummings opened up to the media on Monday about his stay in County Durham amid lockdown restrictions. But despite his press conference lasting an hour, many of the Downing Street adviser’s explanations did not satisfy everyone, and there..

Dominic Cummings: Government minister resigns over aide's alleged breach of lockdown

Douglas Ross has resigned from the Government over Dominic Cummings’ alleged breach of lockdown rules. Mr Ross was the parliamentary under-secretary of state for Scotland. It is the first resignation over Mr Cummings' trip to County Durham during..

Brexit briefing: 219 days until the end of the transition period

The UK left the European Union on January 31. Here we look at the latest figures and key dates in the ongoing Brexit process.

Prince of Wales dedicates radio show to performers

The Prince of Wales has paid tribute to musicians, singers and dancers across the UK who have had to deal with the “heartbreaking” cancellation of performances due to the coronavirus pandemic. Charles dedicated a Classic FM show to orchestral..

Man paralysed at 19 finds vocation as a mouth painter

Mouth painter tells how he was paralysed at 19 – yet found love, became a dad and found his vocation as an artist.

Meet the couple who fell in love at a pole-dancing class

A couple who met pole dancing have revealed how their gravity-defying moves saw them 'Dirty Dancing' their way to romance.

Hong Kong leader aims to quell fears over new law

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam on Tuesday tried to dispel fears about China's move to impose national security legislation on the semi-autonomous territory.

Bundesliga match preview: Dortmund v Bayern Munich

Borussia Dortmund could move just one point away from Bayern Munich as the top two in the Bundesliga face off against each other.

All you need to know from the May 25 Covid-19 briefing

Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser over a trip to Durham during lockdown, and announced the phased reopening of retailers from June 1 during Bank Holiday Monday's coronavirus daily briefing.

Boris Johnson 'regrets' pain caused by Dominic Cummings saga

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he does regret the pain caused by Dominic Cummings' decision to break lockdown restrictions and travel to County Durham.

Prime Minister on reopening shops in further easing of lockdown measures

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said outdoor markets and car showrooms will be able to reopen from June 1 if they can meet the Covid-19 secure guidelines to protect shoppers and workers. He said all other shops will be expected to be able to reopen..

Dominic Cummings: I hope people believe I behaved reasonably in the circumstances

Dominic Cummings has sought to defend his decision to drive to County Durham despite the coronavirus lockdown restrictions, saying he believes he behaved “reasonably” and does not regret his actions.

Harlow Carr prepares to welcome back visitors

Curator of the RHS Harlow Carr garden, Paul Cook, explains how staff at the garden have been preparing for the summer season despite not knowing if and when they will open to the public

Coronavirus in numbers: Confirmed UK deaths hit 36,914

As of 5pm on 24 May, of those tested positive for coronavirus, across all settings, 36,914 have died according to figures from the Department of Health

Dominic Cummings: I have not offered or considered resigning

Dominic Cummings has defended his decision to visit Durham despite lockdown and admitted he has never asked to resign from his position following widespread criticism.

Dominic Cummings: I went for a short drive to check my eyesight

Dominic Cummings addresses the media, and says that he took a short drive to the outskirts of Barnard Castle after recovering from coronavirus to check his eyesight before driving back to London to return to work.

Dominic Cummings: I do not regret trip to County Durham during lockdown

Dominic Cummings has sought to defend his decision to drive to County Durham despite the coronavirus lockdown restrictions, saying he believes he behaved “reasonably” and does not regret his actions.

Nicola Sturgeon urges Scotland to keep to the rules after recent 'stories'

First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon says it is still important to observe social distancing, despite 'stories you've heard over the last couple of days', in apparent reference to accusations that Boris Johnson's top aide Dominic Cummings broke..

Britain bakes on Bank Holiday Monday

Britons made the most of eased lockdown restrictions on Bank Holiday Monday, flocking to beaches to soak up the sunshine.

Protesters descend on Dominic Cummings' home

Protesters have gathered outside the home of Dominic Cummings, the Prime Ministers senior aide. A sign bearing a quote from the George Orwell’s novel Animal Farm was used to criticise his actions following allegations that he breached the..