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Thursday, 24 September 2020 21:32
Coronavirus: ministers balance science and politics
On 21 September the government’s chief scientific adviser said that without further action the UK could see 50,000 new coronavirus cases daily by mid-October, leading to about 200 daily deaths a month later. He stressed the…
Thursday, 24 September 2020 21:30
Justin Welby comments on PM’s tighter restrictions
The limit for wedding ceremonies and receptions is now only 15, a figure which includes the couple, the officiant, and guests. Funeral numbers remain at 30. Boris Johnson said, ‘I am deeply, spiritually reluctant to make…
Thursday, 24 September 2020 21:28
Kickstart - churches and charities working together
A new government scheme is enabling churches and charities to support some of the most vulnerable in the job market. The pandemic has disproportionately impacted those aged 18-24. Between March and August there was a 124%…
Thursday, 24 September 2020 21:26
Abuse at NHS health unit
Ten workers at a hospital in Essex were suspended and two members of staff referred to the police amid claims that vulnerable patients with autism or learning difficulties were ‘dragged, slapped and kicked’. CCTV footage at…
Thursday, 24 September 2020 21:23
Climate Week: Prince Charles calls for 'swift' action
The Prince of Wales has warned the climate crisis will ‘dwarf’ the impact of coronavirus. In a recorded message at the virtual opening of Climate Week on 21 September, he said that Covid-19 provided a ‘window…
Thursday, 24 September 2020 21:19
Christian organisations banned from Twitter
Without warning and with no explanation, Twitter suspended the accounts of Voice for Justice UK, ParentPower, 40 Days UK, and RSE Authentic. Twitter has not responded to requests for an explanation and for reinstatement. All four…