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

A rapid review of US patients says people being vaccinated should be reassured by the findings.

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

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.

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

It comes after all over-50s and those in high-risk groups in the UK have been offered a first dose.

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

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.

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

Slavia Prague score a dramatic stoppage time equaliser to leave Arsenal's Europa League ambitions hanging in the balance.

A review finds a "plausible" link to rare blood clots, but says the jab remains beneficial for most.

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

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

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

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

The Carabao Cup final between Tottenham and Manchester City will have 8,000 fans in attendance after it is confirmed as a pilot event to test the return of big crowds.

Matheus Pereira and Callum Robinson score twice as struggling West Brom overwhelm 10-man Chelsea and end the 14-match unbeaten start to Thomas Tuchel's tenure.

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 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.

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

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

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

Those who fly more should be taxed more, and air miles incentives should be banned, campaigners say.

Harry Maguire scores a late winner for England in their World Cup qualifier against Poland.

Leeds and Reading Festival boss Melvin Benn says he is confident both will go ahead this summer.

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.

In the oldest people, roughly 90% had signs of protection against the virus in their blood.

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.

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.

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

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

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 estimate for England comes as the over-50s are urged to book a jab in the coming days.

The UK's biggest building society says it wants to give employees more control over their lives.

Ollie Watkins scores on his debut as England deliver the expected easy win over San Marino in their opening World Cup 2022 qualifying game at Wembley.

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

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

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

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

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.

Tottenham respond to their shock Europa League exit with victory over Aston Villa to keep their hopes of a Premier League top-four finish alive.

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.

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".

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

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.

Why do some people get side effects - and do they mean you have greater protection?

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Harry Kane scores twice as Tottenham put one foot in the Europa League quarter-finals with a clinical win against Dinamo Zagreb.

Boris Johnson "corrects" the European Council president over claims about the government's stance.

It was set up to help prevent lockdowns but there have been two more since its launch, MPs say.

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

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

Cruise lines will be able to restart domestic trips as early as 17 May, according to the maritime minister.

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

Drone flights to test the delivery of medical supplies to the Isle of Wight will resume next month.

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

NI's power network needs major investment to cope with increased demand for green energy, says SONI.

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

Liverpool's incredible slide continues with a sixth successive Premier League home defeat as Fulham earn a crucial win over the reigning champions.

Will masks and mass testing actually help? Will infection rates go up - and would it matter?

Granit Xhaka's error presents Chris Wood with a bizarre equaliser to deprive Arsenal of victory against Burnley at Turf Moor.

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.

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

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

But Prime Minister Boris Johnson defends allocations from the Towns Fund as "completely impartial".

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is accused of hitting the poorest hardest in his Budget plan to balance the books.

Tariffs on UK cheese and cashmere will also be lifted as the countries try to resolve an old trade row.

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

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

Tottenham beat Fulham at Craven Cottage to record consecutive Premier League victories for the first time since November.

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

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

The move will help millions of people, Rishi Sunak says, ahead of setting out his tax and spending plans.

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

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

Rapid tests will give confidence that schools can open safely, a government science adviser says.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

England succumb to a 10-wicket defeat against India inside two days of a remarkable third Test in Ahmedabad.

The ex-chancellor says Boris Johnson must "do the right thing", even if it means risking unpopularity.

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

A combination of mock exams, coursework and essays will be used to decide grades in England this year.

Arlene Foster says the EU was 'tone-deaf' but Michelle O'Neill says the meeting was "constructive".

Organisers are "very confident" the events will happen this summer, as lockdown is due to be eased.

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

Having to show a certificate to go to a pub raises "deep and complex issues", Boris Johnson says.

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

The DUP urges No 10 to scrap the mechanism, but a government minister says issues can be resolved.

Shops, hairdressers, gyms and outdoor hospitality could reopen on 12 April, Boris Johnson says.

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

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

Everton secure a first Premier League win at Anfield in 22 years as goals from Richarlison and Gylfi Sigurdsson deal a blow to Liverpool's top four hopes.

Boris Johnson is encouraging other rich countries to donate vaccine doses at a virtual G7 meeting.

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.

The Labour leader says there can be "no return to business as usual" as he sets out post-Covid policies.

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.

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.

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

The venue says a "lack of clarity" about visas and permits makes such tours "not financially viable".

Healthy, young volunteers will be deliberately infected with a low dose of coronavirus.

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

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

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.

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

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

A Public Health Agency presentation says school transmission "tends to be small scale".

The chairman of the chain is calling for pubs to reopen at the same time as non-essential shops.

Manchester City strengthen their grip at the top of the Premier League table after beating Tottenham to open up a seven-point lead.

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

Rules for those arriving into England from "red list" countries differ from those enforced Down Under.

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 two sides vow to implement the Northern Ireland Protocol and "address all outstanding issues".

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

The expert heading the UK's genetic surveillance says research into strains will go into the 2030s.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Harry Kane makes a surprisingly speedy return from injury to solve Tottenham's scoring struggles and pile more misery on West Brom.

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.

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

DUP leader Arlene Foster accuses the British government of "sleepwalking" into NI's Brexit arrangements.

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.

A leading scientist warns Boris Johnson digging for coal undermines the UK's climate change efforts.

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

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

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.

The Kent variant now dominant in the UK appears to be undergoing some "worrying" new changes.

Landmark review calls for fundamental change in our approach to economics to stem nature loss.

Arlene Foster denounces "threats" against staff checking on animal and food products at Larne and Belfast.

Arsenal have two players sent off as they throw away a lead and lose at Wolves - who win for the first time in nine Premier League games.

The PM says it relies on factors such as the vaccine rollout going well and Covid cases coming down.

Deliveries will come towards next winter when people may need to be revaccinated.

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

Institute for Fiscal Studies warns the "long-run costs" of the pandemic will hit children disproportionately.

Brighton boss Graham Potter says his side's 1-0 win over Tottenham was their best performance for two years.

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.

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

Both sides pledge to work together after a reported 50 million-dose shortfall for the 27-member EU.

With new hotel quarantine rules for arrivals from abroad, many people are seeking UK holidays instead.

The PM sets the date he hopes England's lockdown will begin to ease, but warns of a "perilous situation".

The “phased” lifting of restrictions will depend on data on hospitalisations, deaths and vaccinations.

As the number of people who died reaches six figures, the factors that led to this terrible total.

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

Another 7,700 registered with coronavirus on the death certificate brings the total to nearly 104,000.

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.

Boris Johnson says he understands parents' frustrations but the infection rate is "still very high".

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

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