Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli says the European Super League project cannot proceed as AC Milan, Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid join the six Premier League clubs in withdrawing.

The UK is still in a "vulnerable situation", one of the country's vaccine advisers says.

The PureGym and David Lloyd chains report huge numbers of visits after restrictions eased in England.

Any motorway without a hard shoulder will need to have radar technology to detect stopped vehicles.

Prices could rise in some parts of the UK after the supermarket's takeover, the competition watchdog says.

The PM says the government will work to make sure the competition does not go ahead as proposed.

The health secretary hails the "terrific milestone", urging those eligible to come forward for the jab.

Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham are among 12 clubs who agree to join a new European Super League.

Hammerson, whose centres include the Bullring and Brent Cross, is "resetting rents to more affordable levels".

The food delivery firm suffered a technical glitch, but says it has resolved the situation.

Vaccine certificates could help to reopen society but risk discrimination, a UK equality body warns.

Pfizer and AZ vaccines had reassuring effects on the body's defences in over-80s after one dose.

It offers an alternative to the AstraZeneca jab for under-30s, after very rare blood clot concerns.

Despite the improvement, exports still remain below 2020 levels, the UK statistics body says.

Shoppers have been rushing back to the High Street, where queues were seen outside some retailers.

The drop in England and Wales comes amid efforts to reassure the public about vaccine safety.

The health secretary says the vaccine rollout remains on track to jab all adults by the end of July.

The supermarket chain will remove 100 million plastic carrier bags from its network over the next year.

A decline in cases has stalled but deaths have not followed the same pattern, scientists say.

Analysts say rise in visitors to retail parks shows shoppers keen to return to physical shopping.

Loneliness in the pandemic has been more intense for young people in poor, urban areas.

Lessons can start on 12 April and tests will return 10 days later, the transport secretary says.

The vaccine is the third to be used in the UK, with England's rollout due "in the next few days".

Sunny and windy weather led to a surge in renewable sources of energy, the operator says.

Phones should not be used or seen during the school day, the education secretary says.

Wednesday is the first day of trading for 70,000 retail investors, as 400 UK riders are expected to stage a strike.

The boss of the RAC Foundation says drivers in urban areas should consider which car is most appropriate.

It comes after airlines criticised plans to make travellers pay for pre and post-travel testing.

Half the fashion chain's 400 stores will reopen, saving 2,000 jobs, but the rest are left behind.

New rules to help venues reopen outdoors safely this month have sparked anger from industry groups.

The WHO says the situation in the wider Europe region is more worrying than it has been in several months.

The Labour leader says it would be "wrong in principle" to ask landlords to police a new scheme.

And another study shows even 96-year-olds are producing an impressive immune response.

Metal tycoon Sanjeev Gupta is racing to refinance his business after his financial backer collapsed.

Million students still waiting for a university return date, with calls for it to be April not May.

Lots of changes to household bills, tax and other elements of finances take place in the course of a week.

Boris Johnson and more than 20 other leaders say another health crisis is a matter of "not if, but when".

The leaders of Scotland's five larger political parties will take part in the BBC Scotland debate.

It took almost a week to dislodge a giant container ship blocking one the world's busiest trade routes.

Ceramics, make-up and furniture could be hit amid a row over a new UK tax on tech firms.

The stay-at-home order has ended, but people are urged to turn down hugs - even if it is "awkward".

The company offers free pick-ups from home for the next few weeks as it tries to boost its delivery business.

The government refuses a request for £170m to support the struggling metals group.

Arlene Foster says she will again ask Boris Johnson to offer vaccines to the Republic of Ireland.

France is to be classed a "high-risk" area as Germans are warned of a possible 100,000 infections a day.

Outdoor furniture and DIY sales were strong, but clothing stores continued to struggle.

Restrictions are easing, but with parts of Europe seeing rising infections, should the UK be worried?

A review on certificates showing jab status is ongoing but no decisions have been made, PM says.

The car, which became synonymous with a certain type of British motorist, will be phased out next year.

The culture secretary described the flag as "a proud reminder of our history and the ties that bind us".

The vaccine-maker slightly amends its efficacy rates as it awaits US regulatory approval.

The bank says 840 staff will be affected by the decision although it will try to offer them roles elsewhere.

After weeks of tension over Covid vaccine supplies, the two sides now say they are working together.

The move puts 1,465 jobs at risk and means it has axed a third of its stores in less than a year.

But Boris Johnson immediately retracts the comments made during a Zoom meeting with Tory MPs.

The UK's largest tour operator says the travel industry is facing 'unprecedented pressure'.

The Queen reflects on the "grief and loss felt by so many" as the country holds a minute's silence.

The decline suggests the winter wave of coronavirus deaths has ended, experts say.

Boris Johnson says the UK will "feel effects" of growing case numbers in Europe amid a row over vaccines.

EU leaders will hold a virtual summit on Thursday to discuss the fate of vaccines made on the continent.

A scheme offering people up to £10,000 for insulation has only reached 10% of its target, MPs say.

Six other countries were worse affected during the second wave of the pandemic, according to ONS figures.

The government borrowed £19.1bn last month, the highest figure for February since records began.

The government announces first stages of plans to get superfast broadband to the majority of UK homes.

Boris Johnson will receive his first dose while European countries resume use of the Oxford vaccine.

A government decision to reduce subsidies is criticised by the motor industry and UK businesses.

Cornwall has overtaken London as the most searched for location among property buyers, data suggests.

Regulators give reassurance and advice on rare blood clot symptoms, such as headache lasting days.

The corporation is expanding out of the capital to "ensure every household gets value from the BBC".

Local health organisations in England have been told to expect a reduced vaccine supply in April.

It will permit travel by those vaccinated, or who have tested negative or recently recovered.

Dominic Raab says the UK should use its "clout" to be "a force for good in the world".

People should "get the jab", the health secretary says, after some countries suspend its use.

Energy regulator Ofgem says customers' overpayments are being used to pay for "unsustainable business".

First official figures show school return has been "smooth" so far, with pupils back in the classroom.

The Finnish telecoms giant is shifting investment into 5G and cloud computing research.

But the government says Brexit enables the UK to set its own rules to deliver better environmental outcomes.

The bakery chain is confident of long-term recovery despite sales being hit amid the pandemic.

Senior figures tell the BBC Boris Johnson should have been tougher in the autumn to prevent more deaths.

All over 50s could be vaccinated ahead of schedule, thanks to good supplies, say experts.

Boris Johnson says a £3bn plan to upgrade England's bus networks will improve access and air quality.

It is also a record year for diversity in the acting nominations and for female directors.

Loungewear and smart watches are other commonly bought goods now used to measure changes in the cost of living.

People who have had both jabs will be able to register their status on BA's smartphone app.

The volatile cryptocurrency extends its record-breaking run to reach a new high.

Kelechi Iheanacho scored a superb hat-trick against bottom club Sheffield United as Leicester City maintain their push for a top-four finish in the Premier League.

Thomas Tuchel's unbeaten run stretches to 12 games as Chelsea are held in a gripping encounter at Leeds.

Ministers say "increased" controversy over the Cumbria mine means a public inquiry is needed.

The UK's latest R number - 0.6 to 0.8 - suggests the outbreak is still shrinking overall.

The postal service will make deliveries for major retailers as online shopping continues to grow.

The drop in claims is not mirrored in cheaper premiums, but insurers say motorists have been supported.

Many have bought pets in response to social isolation, but there are concerns about animal welfare.

Three cases of the P.1 variant are in South Gloucestershire and the fourth is in Bradford, West Yorkshire.

The bank will ask investors to back the plan following pressure from a shareholder campaign group.

A "compelling reason" is no longer needed to travel to and from the non-EU countries, officials say.

Scale of cancelled treatments is revealed with hospitals facing 'dire' backlog after Covid surge.

The plane-engine maker says 2020 was "unprecedented", but that air travel should bounce back this year.

Magicians use "powerful tools" of psychology to manipulate people's behaviour, say researchers.

Campaigners say UK government protections on the environment are already being flouted.

The airport regularly sees queuing times of three hours and on occasion six hours, an executive says.

The supermarket is rolling out new recycling points for soft plastics that often end up in landfill.

The transport secretary says there are questions about how safe it will be to "travel around" in June.

An EU diplomat is summoned to the Foreign Office following comments by the bloc's top official.

Manufacturers will be obliged to make spare parts for appliances available to consumers.

Unlocking too quickly would lead to a substantial surge in infection, the UK's chief medical adviser says.

Sainsbury's, Tesco and Morrisons have seen demand rise after more people bought pets during lockdown.

The oil giant told staff last month that the new model will start for office-based staff this summer.

The UK government is taking the step to ease the movement of plants without the agreement of the EU.

Pubs in England report high demand bookings from the 12 April opening date for beer gardens.

It is not yet clear how visitors will be required to prove they have received both doses of a jab.

R remains below 1, and a survey of community infections suggest around 1-in-230 people has the virus.

Two reports from MPs cast doubt on the government's approach to meeting its climate change goals.

Where was the help for the environment, social care, renters, and to cover the future costs of Covid?

The UK is found guilty of “systematically and persistently” breaching air pollution limits.

Rapid approval without lengthy tests can happen if new vaccines are needed to fight variants, say regulators.

Infections fell by two-thirds in lockdown but one in 200 people still have the virus, a study says.

The UK economy is expected to recover six months faster than expected from the pandemic, the chancellor says.

A single dose of the Pfizer or Oxford vaccine cuts hospital admissions of older people by about 80%.

The move, taking effect later this year, will more than double the current limit of £45.

As part of the phased return of pupils across Scotland, children in P4-P7 will also return full time.

The channel will make a comeback, after scoring hits with Normal People and Fleabag online.

The first detailed studies of the P.1 variant suggest it may be up to twice as transmissible.

The Swedish firm is to phase out all models with internal combustion engines over the next few years.

It comes as the search continues for a person in England infected with the Brazilian variant.

The UK will soon be in a "very different world", government scientists promise after the success of the jabs.

The whereabouts of one infected person is unknown, as they did not give their full contact details.

Foreign ambassadors say Boris Johnson's tacit support for the mine prompts accusations of hypocrisy.

The chancellor is to provide more funding for the programme, which has now given 20m first doses.

More than 200,000 people are urging the government not to introduce documents offering proof of vaccination.

There was a 75% reduction in staff at Addenbrooke's Hospital testing positive after a vaccination.

Over-40s will be first in line from mid-April after the top nine priority groups receive one dose.

IAG, which owns British Airways and Iberia, makes a record loss after the pandemic grounds flights.

A coroner says the roads - where hard shoulders become lanes at busy times - create a death "risk".

The National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees to create new green spaces.

The PM promises action to boost the industry - but Labour says his Brexit deal threatens jobs.

The High Street-only retailer says it has lost £1.1bn in sales due to the recent lockdown.

The boss of outsourcer Serco says there are now as many people being tested per week as vaccinated.

UK consumers will soon be able to sell back used items with the aim of reducing waste.

A total of £700m will help ensure "no child is left behind" due to the pandemic, Boris Johnson says.

The technology giant has bought around 100 companies in six years, chief executive Tim Cook has revealed.

UK unemployment has risen to 5.1% - its highest level in almost five years, official figures show.

Industry body IATA says it sees its pass as essential for reopening quarantine-free travel.

The department store giant may close another eight stores in a further blow for the High Street.

First evidence from the UK's vaccine programme shows a reduction in hospital admissions in Scotland.

The Senedd election on 6 May will be the first time under-18s can vote in Wales.

Ademola Lookman's goal boosts Fulham's hopes of Premier League survival as they claim a vital win over fellow strugglers Sheffield United.

The number of new infections in the community has decreased in all regions, latest data shows.

The new agency will help "cement the UK's position as a science superpower", the government says.

Perseverance will now spend at least two years looking for evidence of past life on the Red Planet.

Study finds infections fell by two-thirds - and more in London - but warns virus levels remain high.

Barclays sees profits dive after setting aside billions for loans expected to turn sour due to Covid.

The lifting of England's restrictions must be "cautious and prudent", Boris Johnson says.

By the middle of 2026, all its cars will be available as electric or hybrid models, it said.

Prices rose 0.7% in January in what some economists said could mark a first step in rising costs post-lockdown.

It has similar mutations to the South Africa variant, so how worrying is it?

Move brings total to 4m in England and means vaccinations will be prioritised more quickly.

More people in this age group in England now have detectable antibodies that can fight the virus.

Boris Johnson suggests testing clubbers and theatregoers to reopen venues that have been closed since March.

Arrivals from "red list" countries must pay £1,750 to spend 10 days in government-sanctioned hotels.

JLR will launch electric models of its entire Jaguar and Land Rover line-up by 2030.

The health secretary confirms a jab has been offered to everyone in the UK's top four priority groups.

Boris Johnson says the government will set out its plans on 22 February, which could include target dates.

Researchers looked at teacher and pupil Covid "sick days" in England in the autumn term up to Christmas.

Data suggests lockdown is working, but the health secretary says there is "still a long way to go".

There are key differences in rules between England’s system and elsewhere, a BBC analysis shows.

It follows a legal challenge from campaigners, who argue the policy does not fit with climate targets.

The government's plan is to provide a roadmap out of restrictions in a fortnight.

The test is first step towards all-paper bottle that can withstand pressure from fizzy drinks.

The size of the economy shrank by 9.9% in 2020 as coronavirus restrictions hit output, figures show.

Jeremy Miles MS says it is irresponsible for UK officials to claim trade changes were "unexpected".

The health secretary's comments prompted criticism from Labour who said people wanted clarity.

Eastbourne, Bexley, Luton and Peterborough will be able to borrow more to fund day-to-day costs.

Amsterdam ousts London in the wake of Brexit changes, as the Bank of England warns over EU financial rules.

Legislation needed to clear the next stage of the controversial project has passed through Parliament.

The postal service plans to retain many staff taken on over Christmas after deliveries hit record highs.

United Airlines plans to buy 200 of the aircraft to fly passengers to airports within the next five years.

Scotland has faced a second day of travel disruption after further heavy snowfall and freezing conditions.

Boris Johnson urges people to "be patient", after the transport secretary says summer breaks are in doubt.

Its use in people over 65 as well as in countries where variants are circulating is recommended.

The UK's second-largest supermarket joins Tesco in promising to price-match German discounter Aldi.

A study of 20,000 young people finds a third have used cannabis and half admit to binge-drinking.

The industry shows the government a "roadmap to recovery" as it waits for a reopening date.

People crossing the Irish border without "a reasonable excuse" can be fined €100 (£88) from Monday.

Having hit an all-time low last year, oil has recovered on the hopes of a quicker economic turnaround.

The cold snap will not be as extreme as in 2018, forecasters say, but will cause disruption this weekend.

Joe Root scores an imperious double century as England continue their strong start to the first Test against India on day two in Chennai.

Nearly 11 million people have already received a first jab against coronavirus.

Measures include asking voters to bring pens - but some councils fear it will be too difficult to organise.

Almost all the side-effects of the two vaccines being used in the UK are mild and expected, says MHRA.

High Street banks are also told to prepare for the possibility that interest rates could fall below zero.

The Labour leader urges the PM not to repeat "the mistakes of last time," amid Tory calls for easing.

The oil giant reported a net loss of £16bn for 2020 as the coronavirus pandemic caused demand to slump.

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer wants tougher restrictions to prevent new coronavirus variants coming in.