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Free PPE extended for frontline health and social care staff
In April, a new portal will be rolled out to provide an easier and quicker way of centrally ordering the gear.
Laura Hartley
National
Covid self isolation period cut for fully vaccinated people
The previous UK Health Security Agency guidance was for cases to isolate for at least six full days
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Number of people waiting for routine NHS treatment reaches record high
It is the highest number since records began in August 2007
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M&S rebrands Midget Gems to avoid offending people with dwarfism
The retailer has rebranded its version of the confectionery as Mini Gems following a campaign by a disability academic
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France lifts ban on UK holidaymakers
Brittany Ferries chief executive Christophe Mathieu described the announcement as a “great relief”
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DWP: 118,000 benefits claimants facing huge payments error
The DWP said it will be issuing an apology and making an additional special payment as recommended
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UK’s over-85 population projected to nearly double in 25 years
Overall the UK’s total population will continue to increase in size, though not as fast as in recent decades
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Private hospital sector could earn up to £90m a month being on standby for NHS
It could reach up to £175 million per month, depending on the level of services used
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Boris Johnson apologises at PMQs over Downing Street party reports
Mr Johnson acknowledged the public “rage” over the incident
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Welsh Government announces £12m to tackle ‘challenging’ winter pressures
Around £10 million of the pot will be distributed across the country’s 22 local authorities
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How wills can continue to be witnessed in England and Wales
To protect people against undue influence and fraud, two witnesses are still required
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Energy company boss warns high prices could last two years
High demand for gas was partly being driven by a move away from coal and oil