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Covid Air Purifiers Promised For Schools Still Undelivered

The government has still not delivered the 7,000 air purifiers it promised to help make schools Covid-safe, ahead of pupils returning from their half term break. During the Christmas holidays ministers said the machines would be sent to schools to help improve ventilation in classrooms, but hundreds are still missing in action.

‘Danger To Life' Warning As UK Braces For New Storm

Hundreds of schools have closed and the army has been placed on standby as the UK prepared yesterday for what could be the worst storm in 30 years.

Russians Linked To Kremlin And Money-Laundering ‘Own £1.5bn Of British Property'

British property worth £1.5bn has been bought by Russians accused of corruption or with alleged Kremlin links, according to new figures. Anti-corruption campaigners have unveiled research showing that 28 per cent of that property is in Westminster, with Kensington and Chelsea another hotspot.

Biden Accuses Russia Of ‘False Flag' Attacks To Justify Ukraine Strike ‘Within Days'

A series of missile and artillery attacks in Ukraine are “false flag operations” carried out by Russia in preparation for an invasion of the country by Vladimir Putin, western leaders have claimed – in a volatile day of bitter accusations and counter recriminations.

BBC's Sarah Smith Glad To Escape ‘Bile And Hatred' In Scotland

Sarah Smith , the BBC’s former Scotland editor, says she feels relieved to have left the country after enduring years of misogynistic “bile and hatred” while covering politics.

UK ‘Golden Visas' Axed Amid Fraud And Security Concerns

The “golden visa” system that allows wealthy foreign investors a fast track to live in the UK has been axed amid concern about applicants acquiring their wealth illegally and the growing strain on diplomatic relations with Russia.

Russia Ready To Fake Cause For Ukraine Attack – Biden

US warns shelling in east by Kremlin-backed forces bears hallmarks of attempt to incite conflict

Andrew May Still Be Quizzed By FBI

Pressure on prince to help probe into crimes of his sex abuser pals

Are Cash For Honours Claims A Storm In A Teacup, Charles?

Beaming Prince Charles seemed to cast aside any worries about the police investigation into his charitable foundation and the scandal surrounding his brother Andrew in an appearance yesterday.

Facebook Promotes Clegg To President Of Global Affairs

Former deputy prime minister Nick Clegg has been promoted to Facebook’s top table, the company has announced.

Are Red Wall Voters Finally Taking Starmer Seriously?

In the last few weeks, it has felt very much like Keir Starmer has arrived in British politics.

Canada Relaxes Covid Travel Rules For The Fully Vaccinated

Canada will ease its tough rules for arriving travellers from 28 February, with those who are fully vaccinated no longer required to pay for a slow and expensive PCR test before their journey.

Children Aged Five To 11 In England To Be Offered Jab

The Covid-19 vaccine is to be made available to all children in England aged five to 11, the government has announced.

Charities Say Vulnerable At Risk From PM's Covid Plan

More than half a million people with conditions compromising their immune systems risk becoming “the pandemic’s forgotten victims” as Boris Johnson lifts the final remaining Covid-19 restrictions, charities have warned.

Bruce Back In The Mood To End Drought

Bruce Mouat revealed how burying his demons helped put Team GB in line for their first medal of these Games.

Football Fans Facing Train Strike Woes

Football fans will be among travellers hit this weekend as train services are reduced because of a strike by rail workers.

Battling Sophia A 'Bundle Of Energy And Joy'

A Girl suffering from childhood dementia has lost her voice as her rare genetic condition continues to worsen.

Boris Warns: Don't Shake Foundations

Boris Johnson has warned that a Russian invasion of Ukraine would “shake the foundations of international order”.

Children In UK Will Be Offered Covid Jab

Almost six million children in the UK aged five to 11 are to be offered a Covid-19 vaccination after officials said the jabs could protect them against future waves of the virus.

Crypto Boom ‘Poses Risk To Stability' If Regulators Fail

The booming crypto-assets market could pose a serious threat to financial stability if regulators do not take action, a global watchdog has warned.

Anti-Racism Protesters Target Carr Show After Remark About Gypsies

Jimmy Carr faced protests outside the venue where he performed last night in response to comments by the comedian that have been described as racist and offensive towards Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.

Extremism UK Far Right ‘May Seek To Hone Skills In Conflict'

British authorities are worried that potential armed conflict between Russia a nd Ukraine could attract farright extremists from Britain , who might join Ukrainian units for weapons training and military experience.

Andrew To Remain Duke And Counsellor Of State After Settling Abuse Case

Prince Andrew is to remain a counsellor of state, able to step in temporarily for the Queen; retain his title, Duke of York; and keep the military rank of vice admiral following his settlement of the sexual abuse civil lawsuit in the US , it is understood.

Queen Back To Work After Her Covid Scare

The Queen yesterday undertook her first official engagements since facing a Covid scare.

Fracking Ban Means We're Missing Out On Energy Goldmine

With gas prices soaring yet still refusing to frack, the UK is missing out on billions of pounds from exporting gas to the rest of the world.

Hancock Broke Rules By Giving Old Friend Dido A Top Covid Job

FORMER Health Secretary Matt Hancock broke public-sector equality rules when he appointed Dido Harding and Mike Coupe to senior emergency healthcare jobs without competition, the High Court has ruled.

Non-UK Carers Get Visa Access

Social care providers can recruit overseas workers to fill vacancies under relaxed immigration rules that came into force yesterday.

Millions Struggle As Cost Of Living Crisis Hits Wages

MILLIONS of people are worse off as pay packets fail to keep up with inflation and the cost of living crisis intensifies.

President: We Don't Want War

VLADIMIR Putin yesterday claimed Russia does not want war – but insisted Ukraine must be barred from joining Nato.

Putin's ‘Mixed Signals' On Ukraine

Boris Johnson has accused Vladimir Putin of sending “mixed signals” after Russian military chiefs announced the withdrawal of some of its troops from the Ukrainian border.