As further restrictions are relaxed to ease us out of lockdown, what rules are changing and when?

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

Edinson Cavani scores the winner as Manchester United set up a Europa League semi-final against Roma with a comfortable 4-0 aggregate win over Granada.

With the country opening up a little more on Friday, here are five things about the state of the pandemic.

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

Further postponement of the UK climate summit would be better than a failed event, says an expert.

People will be allowed to meet in larger groups outdoors and take day trips across Scotland from Friday.

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

Chelsea are through to the semi-finals of the Champions League for the first time since 2014 after a 2-1 aggregate win over Porto.

Secondary pupils in six councils are among those returning for full-time, in-class lessons for the first time in months.

Hideki Matsuyama's victory at Augusta National will resonate throughout the whole of the Far East after he became the first Japanese man to win a major, writes Iain Carter.

The transport secretary says people are no longer being advised against booking holidays abroad.

England's Justin Rose hits a seven-under 65 to open a four-stroke lead on the opening day of the Masters as Rory McIlroy and Lee Westwood struggle.

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

Manchester United take a big step towards reaching the Europa League semi-finals with an away first-leg win over Granada.

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

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

Pupils will no longer have to follow strict two metre physical distancing rules when they return.

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

Ilkay Gundogan was rejected by his hometown team aged eight but is now a driving force in Manchester City's quadruple bid.

Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool made it "too easy" for Real Madrid to win the quarter-final first leg between the sides.

Jesse Lingard scores a brilliant solo goal before West Ham hold off a Wolves fightback to secure a victory that moves them into the Premier League top four.

Mason Greenwood scores just his second Premier League goal of the season as Manchester United come from behind to beat Brighton at Old Trafford.

Runaway leaders Manchester City move to within four wins of the Premier League title after two second-half goals see off third-placed Leicester.

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

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

There have been more than 100 previous attempts by 15 different English clubs to win the quadruple - will Manchester City become the first to do it?

The charge has been 5p since it was introduced in 2014, prompting a drastic decline in plastic bag usage.

And fewer than one in five people request a test if they have symptoms, a report on test-and-trace says.

Initial results from trials in 12- to 15-year-olds in the US will be handed to regulators.

The number of repairs has increased to 1.7 million in England and Wales in the past year, a survey says.

Permission to comment and an easier way to see a chronological feed are both in the works.

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

The driving app will highlight trips with lowest emissions based on factors such as traffic and slopes.

England concede a late goal and fail to advance to the quarter-finals of the Euro Under-21 Championship.

A decision on a planned new Champions League format, with a 10-match first phase from 2024, is delayed.

People are being told to "stay local" and remain within their local council area for the following three weeks.

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.

Argentine striker Sergio Aguero will leave Manchester City when his contract runs out at the end of the season.

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

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

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

KPMG analysis suggests Scottish GDP could be boosted by a successful vaccine rollout and "consumer bounce".

A study suggests 62% of residents are protected by a single dose of the vaccines used in the UK.

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

The chancellor urges firms not to scrap offices altogether, warning employees may leave if they do.

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

An industry source says they expect the government to require hauliers entering the UK to be tested.

Data obtained by BBC News shows the labour market is frozen as the furlough scheme continues.

England manager Gareth Southgate selects his Euro 2020 squad in two months - and that selection is not getting any easier.

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".

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

Elon Musk announced his company would accept the virtual currency as payment for a new car.

More oil and gas wells are to be drilled in the North Sea, the UK government announces.

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

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

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

Mark Drakeford says he wants to be honest and realistic, not "paint the most optimistic plan I can".

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

Late goals from Ilkay Gundogan and Kevin de Bruyne keep Manchester City on course for a quadruple with an FA Cup quarter-final win at Everton.

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

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.

Despite the supply issues, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says the government expects to meet its mid-April targets.

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

The shadow business secretary tells the BBC the company is too vital for the UK to collapse.

The Scottish government says ScotRail will be taken into public ownership in March 2022.

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

The England rollout comes as figures show nearly half of UK adults have had one dose.

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

Chelsea move into the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in seven years with a 3-0 aggregate win over Atletico Madrid.

Robert Lewandowski is on the scoresheet again as Bayern Munich cruise into the quarter-finals of the Champions League with victory over Lazio.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says garden centres can also reopen in the days after the stay at home lockdown order is lifted.

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

The Scottish first minister is to set out proposed dates for the easing of Covid-19 restrictions at Holyrood.

Andrew Bailey has been criticised for evidence he gave over a scandal in which 11,000 savers lost money.

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

Legendary motor racing commentator, who became as famous as the drivers themselves, dies at 97

The body reassures states after some halted their rollouts over unproven fears the jab causes clots.

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

Stirling and Glasgow were the last of the 32 authorities to consider a council tax freeze in meetings on Thursday.

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

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

Boris Johnson says he wants to see air passenger duties on UK flights fall to help neglected areas.

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

The OECD upgrades forecasts for the UK and global economy, but says pandemic costs will weigh on countries.

Erling Braut Haaland scores his 19th and 20th goals in 14 Champions League appearances as Borussia Dortmund secure their quarter-final place with a 5-4 aggregate win over Sevilla.

Lord Frost says the EU has "significantly undermined" post-Brexit arrangements for Northern Ireland.

Gareth Bale and Harry Kane both score twice to inspire Tottenham to a third consecutive Premier League win at the expense of Crystal Palace.

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

The first minister says it will be the first step out of lockdown, but urges people not to get carried away.

Sergio Aguero has not scored a Premier League goal since January 2020 and his contract expires in the summer, so is he approaching the end at Manchester City?

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

The shop will stock hundreds of new own-brand items including UK-sourced milk and desserts.

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

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

Airlines are coming up with different strategies to tackle the pandemic travel slump.

The plan for easing the coronavirus lockdown is "cautious and hopeful", the deputy first minister says.

Kwasi Kwarteng says help for firms and workers will continue, as Chancellor Rishi Sunak prepares to unveil the Budget.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says it is the "right time" to bid to host the 2030 World Cup and the plan is backed by football associations across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

An unexpected acceleration in values last month pushed prices to a record high, the Nationwide says.

The Labour leader is not being strident enough in opposition, two ex-shadow ministers say.

Under new guidance local areas will have to have a lower number of positive cases before restrictions are eased.

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

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

Cheaper beer could support struggling pubs MPs argue, but alcohol awareness campaigners are opposed.

The UK produced 27% fewer cars than a year ago, the worst January figure for over a decade.

Using World Health Organization measures, it is possible to chart Scotland's progress in tackling Covid-19.

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

Vauxhall's parent company has previously said its fate depends on the government's commitment to the car industry.

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

Manchester City make it 19 wins in a row with another utterly dominant display against Borussia Monchengladbach

Sir Keir Starmer is the first Labour leader to address the farmers' union since 2008.

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

Renowned for building a team with grit and resilience, Diego Simeone has revitalised Atleti with attacking football - how has he done it?

The cautious lifting of restrictions will also push back the economic rebound further into spring.

Olivier Giroud's spectacular goal gives Chelsea the advantage in their Champions League last-16 tie with Atletico Madrid.

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

Marcus Rashford plays a key role in a win over struggling Newcastle as Manchester United returned to second in the Premier League table.

The bank will continue to trade in Northern Ireland but there are concerns the move could impact jobs.

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

Kyril Louis-Dreyfus becomes Sunderland chairman at the age of 23 after buying a controlling interest in the club.

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

Gareth Bale scores and assists a Tottenham goal in the same game for the first time since 2013 as they beat Wolfsberger in the Europa League.

Audit Scotland say preparations for the pandemic could have been better but the NHS was not overwhelmed.

Prices climbed at their fastest annual rate since October 2014, official figures show.

Pupils in P1 to P3 and pre-school children will go back from 22 February, it has been confirmed.

One in 20 private renters say they have been refused rent reductions, a report says.

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

Sterling rises above $1.39 as the vaccine programme raises hopes that lockdown can be eased.

Nicola Sturgeon says the latest milestone has been reached - but that progress will slow in the coming days.

Concerns have been raised about the virus spreading if Scotland-bound travellers in England use public transport.

Most 'ethical' banks don't offer bounce back loans, forcing hundreds of community-run businesses to close.

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.

Andy Haldane says the UK economy will surge back this spring thanks to the vaccine programme.

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

The country has received lower Pfizer vaccine stocks than expected due to a reduction in manufacturing capacity.

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

They are warning of price rises and potential shortages when new Brexit rules on imports start in April.

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

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

The number of Covid patients in hospital has reduced by about a quarter since December.

Everyone arriving on an overseas flight will have to quarantine in a hotel for 10 days at a cost of at least £1,750.

The brewing giant said 2020 had been a year of "unprecedented disruption".

Bernard's extra-time strike settles a classic FA Cup tie as Everton edge past Tottenham into the quarter-finals.

Parts of Scotland are affected by heavy snowfall as temperature hits 11-year low.

People arriving in England from Covid hotspots also face £10,000 fines or jail if they break the rules.

The spider crab and megrim sole are to be rebranded to get rid of "negative connotations".

David Moyes has West Ham flying, so is it time to acknowledge the Scot's reputation is now fully restored?

Man United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises his players' mentality in their FA Cup win against West Ham; while Hammers' Issa Diop becomes first concussion substitute.

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

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

The cryptocurrency surges 17% as Tesla also said it could start accepting Bitcoin as payment.

A survey suggests firms are hopeful of a solid economic recovery once Covid restrictions are lifted.

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

France sweep Italy aside to start the 2021 Six Nations with an emphatic 50-10 bonus-point win at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

Brexit gives one of the UK's most important sectors the chance to define its own agenda, he said.

The UK is now the top destination for Australian wine as it looks to overcome crippling Chinese taxes.

An improved jab that will be more effective against variants can be made quickly, says Oxford-AstraZeneca.

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

Brighton move 10 points clear of the relegation zone with a surprise victory, as Liverpool's recent struggles at Anfield continue.

Multiple factors will determine when an easing of restrictions comes, from vaccine effectiveness to hospital admissions rates.

The financial regulator says it would be easy for customers to build up unseen debts of £1,000.

Figures suggest exports of single malt have fallen by a third since a 25% tariff was imposed in 2019.

Nicola Sturgeon is expected to give details on the opening of schools to "some" children.

A new package of measures is designed to make online casino games less intensive and safer.

Testing will start in Surrey - but London, Kent, Hertfordshire and Walsall are also being targeted.

Nicola Sturgeon says the NHS is "ahead of schedule" in rolling out vaccines to the over-80s by Friday's deadline.

Boss Michael O'Leary thinks travel restrictions will be dropped once high risk groups are vaccinated.

The CBI employers' group tells the government a post-Covid economic strategy will unlock investment.

The European Commission argues the drug-maker is failing to fulfil its promises on the Covid jab.

German vaccine officials say there is not enough data about the jab, which is widely used in the UK.

Finance Secretary Kate Forbes says she wants to provide "stability and certainty" for people and businesses.

Boris Johnson says most people in Scotland are focused on defeating Covid rather than another referendum.

Output tumbled almost 30% last year as Covid forced factory closures and a fall in consumer demand.

The Scottish government wants to keep Scotland involved with the EU's education programme.

Thomas Tuchel is appointed Chelsea's new manager on an 18-month contract after the sacking of Frank Lampard.

The EU calls for "fair" distribution after vaccine companies cut back on pledged supplies.

The number people looking for work decreased by about 1,000 between September and November.

Chelsea sack manager Frank Lampard after 18 months in charge, with former Paris St-Germain and Borussia Dortmund boss Thomas Tuchel expected to replace him.

The UK's nations and regions are being treated as if they were "invisible", the former PM warns.

A pilot programme for 24/7 vaccinations is among options being considered by the Scottish government.

Vaccination appointments for over-70s in Scotland will arrive on Monday as planned - but in white envelopes.

Jose Mourinho says Tottenham will "not give up any competition" after overcoming a stubborn Wycombe side to reach the FA Cup fifth round.

The tech giant says it will remove its main search function from Australia if it passes a new law.

Clothing was the hardest-hit sector last year, seeing a 25% drop in sales overall.

The premiere of No Time To Die, Daniel Craig's final 007 outing, is pushed back again due to Covid.

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

The Japanese car maker has told the BBC its Sunderland plant is secure for the long term.