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Brexit negotiations are set to resume as compromises over issues such as fishing rights are sought.
The "ambitious" target would see the UK cutting emissions faster than any major economy so far, the PM says.
After apparent criticism from the US expert, the UK defended the safety and efficacy of the vaccine.
Three employees and a contractor were killed in the blast at a water recycling centre in Avonmouth.
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.
Hundreds of residents reported hearing explosions in the early hours of Friday caused by the weather phenomenon.
Odeon owner AMC is alarmed by Warner Bros' plan to stream 2021 films in US as soon as they hit cinemas.
The money has disappeared from circulation and is unaccounted for, say MPs and auditors.
The cut comes at a time when the industry is suffering from low passenger numbers due to the pandemic.
The president-elect says universal mask-wearing should bring a "significant reduction" in Covid-19.
Wales "could not suppress" Covid after its firebreak lockdown, the health minister says.
Online shoppers are being warned of the risks of cyber-fraud during the festive season.
The latest twists in the UK's vaccine rollout and trade negotiations with the EU lead the papers.
A student-led protest movement has started demanding reform of the monarchy and an end to military coups.
The US space agency has awarded two American and one Japanese firm contracts to pick up lunar soil.
The children of Newburgh in Fife have been trusted to design the town's festive illuminations.
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
Changes to the 1996 Treasure Act are aimed at protecting newly-discovered treasure.
Ros Atkins from BBC's Outside Source asks if people will have to be vaccinated against the virus.
The deputy chief medical officer's colourful metaphors have made him a household name.
Video shows one of the world's largest telescopes at Puerto Rico's Arecibo Observatory crashing down.
The mixed-race Irish people searching for their African roots.
Time is running out for the UK and EU to strike a deal - what is happening now?
The death of Nigel Demaline's wife, Pauline, of Covid-19, prompted him to help test a new vaccine.
Filmmaker Xavier Alford explores up to his rare illness for the first time as it slowly paralyses his arms and legs.
"It's so hard to concentrate when you're in your own room because they can't see you."
A rare excavation south of Oslo will provide new details about Viking culture.
The country has recorded the second highest number of Covid-19 cases globally.
100,000 people are donating their smartphone power to scientists to help research into Covid-19.
As 300 UK troops arrive in Mali, the BBC's Frank Gardner looks at the role of Islamist militants across Africa.
England's first one-day international against South Africa in Cape Town is called off after one of the hosts' players tests positive for coronavirus.
Video assistant refereeing has dominated the headlines this Premier League season - a BBC Sport poll reveals fans are not impressed.
Pick from a shortlist of six for this year's BBC World Sport Star of the Year award.
Ralph Hasenhuttl survived the Premier League's heaviest defeat and is now, quite literally, rewriting the rule book at Southampton.
BBC Sport talks to skiing sensation Andri Ragettli on his videos and his famous fans, including Roger Federer.
Travellers arriving from almost all other countries must self-isolate on entry to the UK.
Busting myths and explaining the facts around vaccines.
We answer some of your questions about the approval of the Pfizer vaccine.
Under new coronavirus restrictions, hospitality venues remain closed in tier three areas of England.
Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live.
Cambodian refugee Ted Ngoy made a fortune in doughnuts then lost it all to gambling.
Using the government's coronavirus data, where in England has the most cases among over-60s?
The group is alleged to have helped 600 migrants - mainly from Syria - cross the Channel in small boats.
The 66-year-old East Sussex man is quizzed over the killings of Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce.
A second employee of the factory near Dover died after testing positive for Covid-19.
There will be more generous grading in next year's GCSEs and A-levels in England to help those age groups.
The environment secretary says the ban could be in place by the end of 2021 in a move away from EU rules.
The government's new approach to determining tiers bundles together low- and high-rate local authorities.
Under new coronavirus restrictions, hospitality venues remain closed in tier three areas of England.
Restrictions will be temporarily eased around the UK, but there are still rules about what you can do.
Busting myths and explaining the facts around vaccines.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
The Premier League and EFL agree a rescue package amounting to £250m to help ease the financial challenge faced by EFL clubs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Nathan Jones and Lee Bowyer - Luton and Charlton bosses on supporters' return at Kenilworth Road and The Valley.
Vadaine Oliver scores both goals as Gillingham continue their recent improvement with victory at Bristol Rovers.
Carlton remain in the League One play-off places despite Scott Fraser's goal giving Mk Dons an away win at The Valley.
Kent's Jordan Cox signs an extended contract to keep him at the club until the end of the 2023 season.
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1. Spending Review 2020. Chancellor Rishi Sunak set out what the UK government will spend on health, education, transport and other public services next year. In a statement in Parliament, he also briefed MPs about the state of the UK economy and the latest forecasts for the UK's public finances, which have been battered by the Covid pandemic. Here are my main takeways: An estimated 1.3 million public sector workers will see their pay frozen in 2021-22. Most NHS workers and those earning less than £24,000 will still get an increase. The UK economy is expected to shrink by 11.3% this year. Unemployment is expected to reach 7.5% next spring, with 2.6 million people out of work. Overseas aid budget is to be cut by about £4bn. A new £4bn "levelling up" fund will pay for upgrading local infrastructure across UK. Editor 2. Pandemic shines a light on equality. Diverse employees have long faced an uphill battle in the workplace. The pandemic has simply made the situation that much harder, according to new global research from McKinsey. Across geographies, women are struggling more than men, both personally and professionally. They are 1.5 times more likely to say they are experiencing challenges with mental health and increased household responsibility than their male peers. On average, people of colour are 2.2 times more likely to have concerns about their career progression than their white male peers. Starting in January 2021, our 10-part, government supported, live and online, leadership development and mentoring programme will include a brand new lesson on inclusion, incorporating diversity and equality. [READ MORE] 3. Domestic violence victims told to take civil action. Victims of domestic abuse have been encouraged by the police to take civil action, rather than pursuing a criminal prosecution, because the system is clogged up, a new report claims. Victim Support’s study found that some victims had tried to kill themselves because of court delays, adding: “Many victims with delayed cases have already waited a long time for the court date, which has been cancelled.” The Guardian 4. Career advice to carry with you. Career advice comes in many forms - from lessons found in articles to suggestions from friends and family, for example. Some advice is better than others, however. A one-off and complimentary "live and online" class will explain the best career advice some of our mentoring and coaching clients have learned and taught to others. It ranges from being your own best advocate to safeguarding your mental health. Also, knowing that opportunities arise throughout a person’s career, making it okay to miss one or two along the way. If this is class is of interest too you, and you team, please contact us for further details. [CONTACT] |
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5. No deal is ‘underpriced’ warns Downing Street. Downing Street warned that Britain could be just days away from leaving the European Union without a trade deal. In a statement “at the start of what may be the final week of trade negotiations”, Number 10 warned that a “significant gap” still exists on fisheries, adding: “No deal is arguably underpriced.” EU sources also say there is growing scepticism that any further progress will be made. BBC 6. Netflix doubles UK production budget. Netflix will spend $1bn (£750m) on British-made film and TV this year as the coronavirus pandemic fails to dent the streaming giant’s production pipeline. The maker of The Crown, which has reported that viewing figures for season four of have already reached 29 million in the UK alone, has increased its UK budget by 50% from £500m last year, second only to its investment in its US home market. The BBC’s total annual content budget was £2.3bn in the year to March-end while ITV spends some £1.1bn annually across its channels. Daily Mail 7. Three households allowed to mix over Christmas. The leaders of the four UK nations have agreed that up to three households will be able to meet during a five-day Christmas period of 23 to 27 December. People will also be allowed to mix in places of worship and outdoor spaces, and travel restrictions will be eased. However, the leaders have urged people to “think carefully about what they do” to keep the risk of increased transmission of Covid-19 low. The Telegraph 8. Over-55s losing trust in the BBC. Older, more well-off viewers are slowly falling out of love with the BBC, Ofcom has revealed. The regulator said Britons spent an average of two hours and 22 minutes a day with the national broadcaster’s television, radio and digital services last year, down 19 minutes since 2017. The proportion of over-55s with a positive impression of the BBC, however, has slipped from 64% to 62% in two years. The Times 9. The bottom line. The total value of contracts issued by the government to private companies to tackle the coronavirus crisis without being put out to competitive tender is £17.3bn. A former neighbour of the Health Secretary’s, who ran the local pub, was awarded once such contract via WhatsApp. Daily Mail |
As the UK becomes the first country in the world to approve mass use of a Covid vaccine for over-16s, the BBC's Laura Foster explains which high-risk groups will receive it first.
Ros Atkins from BBC's Outside Source asks if people will have to be vaccinated against the virus.
A large explosion has taken place at a waste treatment works in Avonmouth, Bristol.
England's deputy chief medical officer was asked questions from members of the public on the BBC.
Police say it was a "miracle" that nobody was seriously hurt or killed by the 21-year-old's actions.
Travel restrictions meant Jason in Scotland and Christine in England couldn't visit family graves.
Prof Jonathan Van-Tam says it will take time before we understand how long the vaccine will be effective.
Jacob is among the many students with a disability not back in school full-time in the UK.
With some theatre productions starting up again, actress Jenny Seagrove spoke to BBC Breakfast.
The government says its review will help “ensure there is a diversity of provision and facilities for everyone.”
England's Deputy Chief Medical Officer says he believed the virus will become a seasonal problem.
The Labour leader says there should be legislation to clamp down on false information.
Students in Hartlepool talk about what it's like going to school during a pandemic.
Dr June Raine from the MHRA explains why the body recommenced the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for approval.
The "unprecedented need" for help during the pandemic seen by a church in Burnley.
After watching the former rugby player's documentary HIV and Me, Gilliyan decided to get tested for the virus.
Shoppers in Leeds react to the news that the 242-year-old retailer will close.
The three-tier rules will come into force in England from 00:01 GMT on Wednesday.
Leeds Rhinos' Kevin Sinfield is embarking on the challenge to raise awareness for Rob Burrow and MND.
The cabinet office minister says the government's priority is to get vaccines "effectively rolled out".
The health secretary told MPs his step-grandfather from Liverpool contracted the virus and died in November.
Brian and Margaret Hill had no idea the video existed until someone found it in an attic.
An unheard interview with screen legend Audrey Hepburn forms the basis of a new documentary.
Devenia Noel struggled to get help when her daughter Zora was born with a tongue-tie.
The Labour leader raises concerns about the government's plans for a stricter tier system in England.
The prime minister warns against "moving too quickly" as he defends his plan for exiting lockdown.
What happens to your business when Covid takes your customers away?
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has hailed the success of the national lockdown, which lifts on 2 December.
Pubs and restaurants will have to shut at 6pm and will not be able to serve alcoholic drinks.
Until she found her social media "safe space", Shaz says she didn't know there were others like her.
Kerri Nicholls lost more than £100,000 due to gambling online.
Kirsty Gaythwaite was awarded the gold prize as an outstanding new teacher of the year, in the National Teaching Awards.
Pupils and staff at Belfast Royal Academy are trying to make sanitary products accessible for all.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's charity releases a report on the development of children under five during a pandemic.
