Almost 3,000 jobs will be lost in Spain but the carmaker says its Sunderland factory will stay open.

A cross-party group adds its voice to concerns about the government's plan to quarantine all arrivals.

Restrictions could be introduced if there is a local flare-up of coronavirus, a minister says.

The PM rules out an inquiry into the conduct of his top aide at the height of the coronavirus lockdown.

Remdesivir shortens recovery time by about four days, research suggests.

Douglas Ross quits the government as more than 35 Conservative MPs call for Dominic Cummings to go.

The PM's top aide says he "behaved reasonably" as he explains why he drove to Co Durham during lockdown.

Some year groups in England will return on 1 June, with others going back two weeks later, he says.

Industries say the UK will be left behind, unless it relaxes quarantine rules with low-risk nations.

The Premier League is "as confident as we can be" about restarting in June, says chief executive Richard Masters.

The PM will be questioned by the Commons' Liaison Committee for the first time since taking office.

From 8 June, people arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days - but some workers will be exempt.

Sources say any risk to pupils is very small but any activity outside the home has risk.

The Treasury cautions that borrowers should continue to pay their mortgages if they are able.

Travellers to the UK must self-isolate for 14 days from next month, the government is expected to announce.

NHS staff and care workers from abroad are to be exempt, as Labour calls it "the right thing to do".

A snap-shot survey of councils in England reveals only a minority are advising schools to reopen on 1 June.

It comes as Labour accuses the government of leaving a "huge hole" in the UK's coronavirus defences.

More than 35 councils warn not all of their primary schools will be ready to reopen on 1 June.

MPs are set to return to Westminster in two weeks' time, despite opposition concerns over safety.

Michael Gove says the bloc held up talks with its "ideological approach" as the UK publishes its plans.

Air bridges would allow visitors from low-risk countries into the UK without having to quarantine.

The tourist industry says another public holiday would help offset losses caused by the lockdown.

The number of claims has jumped to six times more than a year earlier as incomes are hit.

Coronavirus testing has been extended to everyone aged five and over in the UK with symptoms.

The education secretary acknowledges some parents are "very anxious" about schools reopening in England.

Disagreements remain over fishing and competition as the EU's Michel Barnier warns of a stalemate.

The figure is now much closer to one - the point at which the virus starts spreading rapidly.

Confusion about the new guidelines leaves them open to interpretation, the Police Federation says.

Police, tourism bosses and politicians say they fear some areas will see an influx of visitors.

The UK government says the new measures will not apply to those travelling from France.

An airline industry body says it has been told coronavirus quarantining will start from the end of May.

The Office for National Statistics asked how coronavirus was affecting people's lives.

Emergency services and other authorities say travel to beaches and national parks will "cost lives".

More than 2,000 gowns ordered by the UK do not meet British safety standards, the government confirms.

Ministers are looking at how to ease the lockdown. How cautious should they be?

Bank head Andrew Bailey tells the BBC there will be no quick return to normality after the hit to jobs and income.

The PM says government is "working hard" to tackle it - and sets 200,000 test aim by end of month.

Heathrow boss urges government to help his industry saying restarting aviation is key to restarting UK economy as a whole.

Aer Lingus is boosting capacity on its Belfast-Heathrow route after a photo showed a packed aircraft.

The sum is more than five times the previous quarterly record, in the 2008 financial crisis.

Programme to help people put on leave due to coronavrius is now being used by 6.3 million people.

Ministers say they will drive a "hard bargain" but Labour say they must be "wary" of President Trump.

A third of the government's 122,300 tests in 24 hours were sent in the post but not necessarily completed.

Many say they would be uncomfortable leaving home even if restrictions were lifted.

Boris Johnson says he will set out a plan next week on the economy, schools and transport beyond lockdown.

Single currency nations see a sharp fall in GDP during the first quarter of the year.

Boris Johnson will lead the Downing Street briefing for the first time since his return to work.

The foreign secretary says the figure is not a "sudden surge", as it includes retrospective deaths.

The number at the heart of the decision whether to lift lockdown.

BA boss Alex Cruz says air travel will take years to recover from the coronavirus crisis.

McDonald’s is testing reopening a UK branch this week, but it’s behind closed doors.

As people turn to digital payments during the lockdown, there are fears over the long-term future of cash.

The bank says it will pause the cuts to avoid leaving staff unable to find work elsewhere.

The virus outbreak has led to problems for the dairy industry, with warnings that cows could be slaughtered.

County councils say care funding must be a priority while district councils say services are at risk.

The health crisis and the economics crisis are inextricably linked for the government.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak said the loans up to £50,000 should unblock a backlog of applications.

The bakery chain plans to reopen a limited number of outlets next month in a "controlled trial".

The PM returns as ministers pledge £60,000 for the families of NHS and care staff who die with Covid-19.

Limiting the outbreak to 20,000 deaths was meant to be a 'good outcome'. How bad will it get?

The first two people have been injected as part of a UK study of a Covid-19 vaccine.

The delayed flight arrived with about half of the promised protective kit for NHS staff.

The Electoral Commission says parties must make ads more trustworthy before the next election.

Government sources say measures are likely to be modified rather than eased in three weeks.

Coronavirus has seen costs of supporting vulnerable people increase just as councils' incomes drop.

Capacity is rising "sharply" but fewer NHS staff than expected are coming forward, Matt Hancock says.

There are growing calls for the public to wear face masks but ministers insist the evidence is mixed.

The Financial Conduct Authority is seeking delays for people struggling amid the Covid-19 lockdown.

People who run small limited companies say they are unfairly missing out on government support.

Heart disease is the most common underlying condition, followed by dementia and respiratory illness.

Scientists say "significant" measures should stay for some time, with the UK lockdown set to continue.

Labour says it will support an extension but calls for details on how and when the lockdown will end.

Failure to get a Brexit trade deal would make a coronavirus recession 'even tougher' says IMF chief.

Thousands of intensive care and hospital beds remain available as the UK heads for a peak in coronavirus cases.

A vast majority of smartphone owners must install the app, if it is to end the coronavirus epidemic.

The government has given the high-speed rail project formal approval to start construction.

Labour urges clarity - but ministers say is too soon to talk about easing coronavirus restrictions.

Vodafone says one of the "deluded" attacks was on a mast serving Birmingham's Nightingale hospital.

A forecast suggests coronavirus will have "serious implications" for the UK economy, Rishi Sunak says.

Staff hired before 19 March may now benefit from government support, but some will still miss out.

The gym industry is calling on the government to prevent landlords from evicting businesses.

NHS staff and other key workers can still book accommodation through a programme called Frontline Stays.

While many charities have welcomed the government's £750m package, others say more help is needed.

The government is set to borrow billions of pounds from its emergency Bank of England overdraft.

Greater Manchester Police says some house parties even featured bouncy castles, DJs or fireworks.

The lockdown will not be lifted next week, Wales' first minister confirms.

Solicitors see a "massive rise" in demand but the need for two witnesses creates practical difficulties.

The supermarket says there is "simply not enough capacity" to supply everyone with online shopping.

New analysis underlines a surge in demand for the government's Job Retention Scheme.

US shares shed gains after a global stock market rally.

Latest figures show some are happening in the community but most are on hospital wards.

Countries should now question whether keeping schools shut is justified, says one team of scientists.

Landlords say the government should make it clear that rent must be paid unless a landlord agrees to a pause.

The communities secretary warns councils to be "judicious" over locking up green spaces.

Motor industry records the worst March for two decades as the Covid-19 outbreak keeps buyers at home.

The health secretary criticised "unbelievable" behaviour after people packed into sunny public parks.

Spikes or dips may in part reflect bottlenecks in the reporting system, rather than real changes in the trend.

Premier League clubs will ask players to take a 30% wage cut as it is announced the season will not resume from 30 April.

The department store chain says it is 'making contingency plans' amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Warm weather is expected but the coronavirus lockdown remains in place, authorities warn.

It comes as the Queen will address the nation on Sunday, as the number of deaths rises to 3,602.

Schoolchildren will be offered online videos, quizzes, podcasts and articles on core subjects.

The government has pledged to increase daily testing tenfold by the end of the month.

The supermarket lifts limits on some products but asks households to send only one adult to do the shopping.

The "first thing" Premier League footballers can do is "take a pay cut and play their part" to help out during the coronavirus pandemic, says health secretary Matt Hancock.

Just over 10,000 people were tested in the UK on Wednesday, as coronavirus deaths rose to 2,921.

The motoring organisation predicts a permanent reduction in the demand for travel.

Almost two weeks after Britons were confined to their homes, is the coronavirus curve flattening?

Officials say the benefit system is coping despite unprecedented demand due to pandemic.

A £167m fund will cover the losses of bus companies to keep essential services running for key workers.

Despite government help, almost 20% of UK firms are unlikely to get the money they need to survive.

Government plans to raise cash from markets in April have been trebled in order to support the economy.

Lenders are cutting back on loans, unless borrowers have a huge deposit or plenty of equity.

The airline says it is facing a challenging environment in "unprecedented circumstances".

Aldi, Morrisons, Waitrose and Asda ease limits on how many of some individual items people can buy.

The UK is due to stop following EU rules by the end of 2020 but a group of MEPs say the date should be pushed back.

People are heeding the advice to stay home to keep pressure off the NHS - and it's working, says adviser.

The future of some 2,000 of the restaurant's employees hang in the balance.

Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made.

A rapid response unit is working with social media firms to take down misleading or harmful content.

The budget airline says it cannot currently give a date for when it will restart commercial flights.

Measures to target coronavirus may get tougher, Boris Johnson says in letter sent to every UK home.

The UK is avoiding buying from middlemen as prices rocket amid feverish global trading conditions.

Some people who fall outside the terms of the rescue grants say their hopes have been dashed.

The UK thanks frontline coronavirus staff as firefighters agree to drive ambulances to help the NHS.

New rules on when health staff should wear masks and gloves are expected amid the Covid-19 crisis.

Labour demands an "urgent explanation" from ministers over why they did not join EU equipment plan.

It is the latest in a series of measures to safeguard people and supplies during the coronavirus pandemic.

But a union boss questions whether ministers will value civil servants more "over the long term".

Parliament has closed down for a month, meaning Boris Johnson will not be scrutinised by MPs.

Confusion deepens as some firms decide to stay open, citing government guidelines for essential work.

The role of volunteers will be "absolutely crucial" in fighting coronavirus, says Boris Johnson.

With millions of people working from home, media watchdog Ofcom issues tips to boost internet speed.

Customers should only call phone lines for the most urgent need, to allow vulnerable people to get through.

Getting financial aid to the self-employed will be complicated, but there are some ideas on how to do it.

Pressure is growing on government to act to protect construction workers against the coronavirus risk.

Gatherings of more than two people are banned, shops ordered to close and social events halted as part of rules to keep Britons at home and stop the spread of coronavirus.

It comes after some NHS staff complained of shortages and said they were being treated as "cannon fodder".

Firms will learn how to access urgent financial support on Monday, but there are likely to be caveats.

Restaurant chains including McDonald's and Nando's close, saying they want to protect staff and customers.

They will be advised to stay at home for 12 weeks, as the UK's death total reaches 281.

A former Conservative cabinet minister joins trade unions in pushing for more financial protection.

Supermarket chains to take on thousands of staff, but Topshop owner Arcadia closes all its stores.

The firm said it was responding to "rapidly-changing circumstances" amid the spread of coronavirus.

Rishi Sunak is expected to launch a fresh package of measures to try to protect millions of UK jobs.

Boris Johnson says he believes the UK can "send it packing" if people follow government advice.

The Bank of England takes more emergency action to support the British economy.

A decrease in travel and an increase in staff absence has affected several routes.

Prepayment meter customers may get credit through the post or funds automatically added to their meter.

Next says both online and store sales will suffer "significant losses" as a result of coronavirus.

There is growing concern that people returning home as borders close could bring the virus with them.

The night Tube will be stopped from this weekend as part of new contingency plans across London.

Firms are confused about how to access the government support promised to combat the impact of coronavirus.

Tories and Labour ordered that only those asking the PM questions attend, amid coronavirus fears.

Online shopping website Ocado has suspended its service as supermarkets crack down on stockpiling.

The pound falls to its lowest level against the dollar since 1985, trading at $1.15.

The government had been urged to do more for families, workers and tenants affected by coronavirus.

Airports could be ordered to close and people detained on public health grounds under government plans.

Most would not have been entitled to compensation, even if the government had ordered them to close.

The retailer is the latest business casualty of the pandemic as firms struggle with plunging demand.

Unions say the retailer is putting "profit before safety" as it tells some warehouse staff to work overtime.

Markets rise as policymakers launch fresh stimulus measures to tackle the impact of the virus.

Emergency laws to tackle the outbreak and the Budget will get "nodded through" the Commons.

Wall Street's Dow Jones slides 12.9% as Donald Trump says economy "may be" heading for recession.

All elite football in Britain is suspended until at least 3 April as a result of the spread of coronavirus.

The legal text has been sent to the 27 member states, but the UK is expected to reject most of it.

The World Travel and Tourism Council says that up to 50 million jobs are at risk.

The Institute for Fiscal Studies says Chancellor Rishi Sunak should "come back with more if necessary".

Rishi Sunak says low interest rates make the £30bn Budget package "the right economic thing to do".

The chancellor warns the outbreak is likely to cause a temporary but significant disruption to the UK economy, in his first Budget.

US markets rallied 4.9% but investors in Europe remained nervous following Monday's dramatic falls.

Rebel Tory MPs fail to pass their amendment blocking the company's involvement in the UK's 5G network.

One executive says the health secretary has "made up" claims of "working with the supermarkets".

In October last year, 22,000 civil servants were working on Brexit, the public spending watchdog said.

The chancellor will refocus the National Infrastructure Strategy in line with "net zero" climate ambitions.

The competition watchdog is monitoring price rises amid reported shortages of hand gels and face masks.

Oliver Dowden says the corporation needs to do more to reflect the UK's "genuine diversity".

The airline industry is under huge financial pressure as passenger numbers drop during the coronavirus.

With a peak just weeks away, the health service has been busy making preparations. Will it be able to cope?

A £100m government loan to help stabilise the business is now unlikely to happen, the BBC understands.

Environment Secretary George Eustice says firms will "probably" need to fill in export certificates.

Adverts by two firms made false claims about preventing the spread of coronavirus, watchdog rules.

The government says it will declare coronavirus a "notifiable disease" after pressure from businesses.

America's central bank makes the biggest interest rate cut since the financial crisis.

Chinese firm Jingye Group says the £50m takeover of the business will be completed next week.

Non-urgent NHS care may be delayed if the coronavirus outbreak worsens, the government says, as the number of UK cases rises to 51.

Boris Johnson says expansion of the virus is "on the cards" in the UK, as the number of cases rises to 39.

The UK sets out its strategy for trade talks with US - as separate talks with the EU get under way.

A "longer lasting and more intensive" outbreak could halve growth in 2020, says the OECD.

Campaigners say plans for a third runway should be cancelled, but the airport says it will appeal.

Michael Gove says the UK will not accept any alignment with EU laws, as he announces the UK's strategy.

The ex-chancellor tells MPs No 10's plan to remove his advisers was not in the "national interest".

A think tank says Rishi Sunak risks breaking Treasury rules on borrowing if he is to boost public spending.