Category : Uk

Pound takes hit as investors fret over PM Johnson's virus fight

The pound has taken a hit against the safe haven dollar on news of Boris Johnson's deterioration as he battles coronavirus in intensive care.

Harry and Meghan reveal the name of their new charitable organisation

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced plans to launch a new charitable organisation named Archewell that aims to "to do something that matters".

School closures 'have little effect' on slowing spread of coronavirus

School closures are not likely to have a significant effect on the spread of infections during outbreaks such as coronavirus, a study suggests.

PM is 'extremely sick' and may need ventilator, medical expert says

The prime minister is "extremely sick" and it is very likely he will need a ventilator, according to a medical expert.

Bodies 'wrapped in sheets' due to alleged body bag shortage

Bodies are being wrapped in sheets due to an alleged shortage of body bags in Surrey, a union has claimed.

PM spends the night in intensive care after struggling to breathe

Boris Johnson has spent the night in intensive care after his coronavirus symptoms worsened and he suffered breathing difficulties.

NHS volunteers to start receiving tasks today - here's how they will help

NHS volunteers will begin receiving their first tasks today as they come to the aid of 2.5 million people at risk because of the coronavirus pandemic.

'Sacrificing the elderly' - Care homes asked to take COVID-19 patients

Sky News has learnt that care homes are being asked to take in hospital patients who have tested positive for coronavirus.

Coronavirus patient deaths rise by 439 across the UK

Another 439 patients have died in the UK after contracting the coronavirus - bringing the total to 5373.