The online grocery retailer has teamed up with Oxford self-driving firm Oxbotica.

The boss of Europe's biggest holiday company thinks successful vaccine programmes can prevent another washout.

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

Sir James Dyson defends moving his firm's headquarters to Singapore and says Dyson is a British firm.

The airport says some travellers are facing waits of up to six hours.

The UK's largest supermarket saw full-year sales soar but the pandemic hit its bottom line.

Lord Frost and Maros Sefcovic will discuss the UK's "work plan" for the NI part of the Brexit deal.

The firm's imports to GB now incur tariffs when they are distributed onward to its stores across Europe.

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

Plans to convert sheds, garages and extensions in order to work from home can leave some uninsured.

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.

A report calls on the government to create a food security minister to protect the vulnerable.

Introducing Covid status certificates risks creating a "two-tier Britain", critics say.

The IMF has upgraded both its UK and global forecasts compared with what it projected in January.

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

Deliveroo shares close well below their expected price after big investors' attitude to company soured.

Accountancy giant staff can choose the hours they work and mix home and office following pandemic.

The EU is working to improve conditions but the UK is not keeping pace, says the TUC.

Business secretary concerned about "opaque" nature of ownership but won't rule out public purchase.

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

The chain plans to open 18 new pubs and upgrade others, but only if there are no more Covid restrictions.

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

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.

The food delivery business says it is pricing shares "responsibly" amid “volatile” market conditions.

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Latest figures from the ONS hint at an increase in years 7 to 11 in schools in England.

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng tells MPs he hopes to support the steelmaker "in its entirety".

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

The health secretary said 'essential' government powers need to stay but other measures have been scrapped.

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

But one Conservative MP says "papers for pubs" would lead the country into "a ghastly trap".

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.

It is due to come into force in England next week as some other lockdown restrictions are eased.

The Industrial Strategy Council says the government's plans to "level up" regions are flawed.

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

The hubs in Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast and Darlington will aim to provide local firms with advice.

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.

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.

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

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".

Bank of England says a rebound is likely in 2021, but it still depends on the "evolution of the pandemic".

It is understood a shipment of five million AstraZeneca doses to the UK has been held up by four weeks.

Regulator Ofcom will not cap Openreach's fees for full-fibre connections for at least 10 years.

Northern Ireland's first minister issues a plea as she announces key changes to coronavirus restrictions.

The UK will also shift focus towards Indo-Pacific countries, following a year-long foreign policy review.

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

The reassessment of security and defence also paves the way for the UK to increase stocks of nuclear weapons.

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.

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

The UK government has said more than 1,000 civil service roles in total are to be relocated to Scotland

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

Official figures show a sharp drop in trade in goods with the EU as the Brexit transition period ended.

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

Ministers say the move will help firms after Covid - but Labour says it "smacks of ill-preparedness".

The latest Brexit flare up is over checks on goods to NI, which remains in the EU's single market.

People who get a pay rise between this April and 2026 may find themselves paying a higher rate of tax.

Under proposals in a new report, company founders could maintain control even after listing them on a London exchange.

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

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

Infection rates are declining overall, but some regions are seeing a rise in cases.

The move to the second-highest level means the NHS is no longer at imminent risk of being overwhelmed.

Around one in 10 rail services should be cut while passenger numbers remain low, says Network Rail.

The supermarket says it has begun consulting with workers over a major restructuring of its business.

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

But it is too soon to say when social distancing rules will be relaxed, the health secretary says.

The owner of PureGym says lockdown has been costing his business hundreds of thousands of pounds a day.

All schools are expected to reopen on 8 March, with some outdoor socialising allowed from 29 March.

Ministers will "crunch the numbers" over the weekend, amid pressure to reduce Covid restrictions.

Restrictions will remain, but some primary school children will return to school from Monday 8 March.

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

It may be legal to insist on vaccinations in new staff contracts, the justice secretary says.

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

EC vice president Maros Sefcovic says the NI deal is "administratively extremely challenging".

The digital currency has gained 72% so far in a volatile 2021.

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

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

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

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

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

Officials are trying to work out ways of avoiding more controversies involving Northern Ireland.

The investors want the UK's largest supermarket chain to do more amid a growing obesity problem.

Chairman Peter Cowgill says the new EU trade deal has meant "double-digit millions" in extra costs.

Formula 1 bosses are to discuss the introduction of shorter 'sprint' races in an attempt to increase entertainment levels this season.

Details of the new system, aimed at tracking cases and detecting new variants, will be set out later today.

A small study suggests the AstraZeneca vaccine may be less effective against the South African variant.

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

The UK wrote to the bloc calling for lighter enforcement of rules as port staff face threats over checks.

The NI Executive also announces summer extension to light touch approach to Irish Sea border for pets.

The move sparks concerns that customers could see prices rise if merchants pass on the higher cost.

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UK retailers may abandon goods EU customers want to return because it is cheaper than bringing them home.

Tuition fees in England are being frozen for another year and ministers outline plans to reform post-16 education.

The home secretary has been recorded telling supporters she was an "advocate" of closures last year.

The PM says he wants them vaccinated "as soon as possible" but will listen to scientific advice.

The UK inflation rate jumps to 0.6% in December from 0.3% in November, led by higher transport costs.

Labour accuses Kwasi Kwarteng of "unpicking" workers' rights, as minister confirms he will review rules.

The UK's push to secure a deal over fossil fuels is being undercut by a decision to allow a new coal mine, MPs warn.

A survey by consumer group Which? raises concerns over coronavirus leading to more cashless stores.

Boris Johnson promises £23m in compensation for exporters which have lost orders due to delays.

Brussels points the finger at the British government for problems facing musicians and crews.

The retailer insists it has no plans to move online, despite warning shop closures could cost it £1bn.

More red tape after the EU trade deal will raise food and manufacturing costs, business groups tell MPs.

Rival supermarkets defend their pay, with Asda saying looking at hourly rates does not tell the whole story.

Last year saw 697,000 deaths registered in the UK - 14% above what would be expected.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says 2.3 million people in the UK have now had a Covid-19 vaccine dose.

People refusing to wear face coverings who are not medically exempt will not be allowed to shop inside.

More than half the patients at some hospitals have the virus, forcing other care to be cut back.

It is the highest toll recorded on one day since April, as MPs support new measures in England.

Meanwhile, a Tyrone grammar school says it will opt out of February's AQE test "for children's welfare".

Founder Annemarie Plas says the initiative will return on Thursday under the new name of Clap for Heroes.

Business groups welcomed the new help as a good start but said more aid and a clear plan would be needed.

FTSE 100 chiefs will by Wednesday have earned more this year than the average worker's annual wage.

New 2020 car registrations sink to a 30-year low and see biggest one-year drop since the Second World War

In a TV address, Labour's leader says millions of doses need to be given each week by the end of January.

A shortage of glass vials, an overload of bureaucracy and lengthy safety checks could slow the UK down.

Some EU specialist firms stop delivering to the UK because of tax changes that took effect on 1 January.

Boris Johnson will make a televised address at 20:00 GMT to outline further steps as virus cases rise.

The government insists borders systems will cope when changes to trade and travel kick in at 11pm.

The UK's hard-fought agreement with the EU is set to come into force at 23:00 GMT on Thursday.

Pharmacies ask government to employ its high street network to accelerate delivery of newly approved vaccine.

Leicester twice come from behind to deny Manchester United a record-equalling 11th straight away win in the Premier League.

The deal between the UK and EU ends months of arguments over business rules and fishing rights.

London now has the highest percentage of people testing positive in the UK, ONS figures suggest.

The German airline is flying in fresh fruit and vegetables for shops such as Tesco and Sainsbury's.

The government borrowed £31.6bn last month as it continued to support the economy during the pandemic.

France will stop lorries arriving from the UK for 48 hours amid concerns about a new coronavirus variant.

With a decision expected before Christmas, UK sources say it is increasingly likely there will be no deal.

Michel Barnier says it is now "the moment of truth", while Boris Johnson warns of "difficult" talks.

Office for National Statistics figures suggest one in every 95 people in England has the virus.

In a blow to campaigners, judges say ministers' decision to approve the runway was legitimate.

Officials from the four UK nations discuss the plans, as top medical journals call them a "blunder".

Facebook, Google and others face yearly checks and limits on what they can do with users' data.

Linking close-by cities with an upgraded line will have a higher economic impact, a report says.

Education secretary threatens legal action after classes move online due to a rise in infections.

Officials will hold discussions with France's EDF about funding the Sizewell C project in Suffolk.

NHS bosses say they are worried about January, after the US saw a spike in cases after Thanksgiving.

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Ursula von der Leyen says talks were "constructive", but Boris Johnson warns no deal is "most likely".

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Four Navy boats get ready to patrol UK fishing waters in event of no deal, as negotiations resume.

Boris Johnson urges Brussels to make a "big change" as the deadline set by the two sides approaches.

The airport operator says passenger numbers fell sharply following a second lockdown.

The EU has set out the measures it would take if no trade deal is agreed with the UK.

Sunday becomes the new deadline for a decision on trade talks, after the PM and EU chief meet in Brussels.

The deal agreed by the UK and EU will give supermarkets time to adapt to deal with new Brexit checks.

The chairman of Tesco says price rises related to Brexit could change what people choose to eat.

Boris Johnson says the UK must be able to follow its own rules, as he arrives in Brussels for talks.

Businesses say importing goods to the UK is now so difficult, higher costs will be passed on to consumers.

The Japanese carmaker temporarily stops production at its Swindon plant after UK ports congestion.

The UK will drop plans to override the Brexit divorce deal, removing a potential obstacle to a trade deal.

The UK and EU say "significant differences" still remain as the leaders prepare to talk face-to-face.

But in a possible compromise, ministers said they could remove the measures if trade talks succeed.

EU sources say the two sides are nearing an agreement on access to UK waters by EU fishing fleets.

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EU and UK negotiators call in leaders in last ditch effort to secure a trade deal.

Mercedes' George Russell completes a clean sweep of Friday's two practice sessions at the Sakhir Grand Prix as he stands in for Lewis Hamilton.

The UK warns chances of a breakthrough are "receding", as it negotiates with the EU over business rules.

The "ambitious" target for 2030 would see the UK move faster than any major economy, the PM says.

The prime minister said the NHS remained under pressure, despite a four-week national lockdown.

Local authorities in England will be allowed to temporarily waive rules restricting retail opening hours.

The EU's Michel Barnier arrived in London on Friday evening, as the two sides try to agree a deal.

The referral is "a significant first step" to a possible rollout of the vaccine, the government says.

One bar owner says 'it simply isn't viable' to operate under restrictions as English tiers are revealed.

Retailer Marks & Spencer says that some of its food product lines may be unavailable in January.

Drop plans to rewrite withdrawal agreement by end of month or risk scuppering trade deal, UK is told.