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

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

Many big technology firms are still figuring out the best way for staff to return to offices.

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

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

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

It looks like the viruses that cause colds wins in the battle to infect our cells.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

The Treasury Committee says "significant" measures may be needed later to improve public finances.

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

Covid "devastated" air travel in 2020, the UK's largest airport says, as it sinks to a £2bn loss.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

Some countries could lose 40% of government revenue as the world cuts back on fossil fuels, says report.

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.

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

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

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

Scotland claim a first win at Twickenham since 1983 as fly-half Finn Russell orchestrates a shock Six Nations victory against England.

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

The Halifax says prices fell last month and are likely to come under pressure in the months ahead.

Carmakers and consumer-gadget companies are struggling to source enough computer chips.

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.

Lockdown led to a surge in reports of fraudsters imitating genuine investment firms, regulator says.

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

Larry Fink, boss of the world's biggest money manager, says the pandemic could help in fighting a bigger crisis.

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

Laboratory tests suggest antibodies can recognise and fight the UK and South Africa variants.

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

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.

The curbs may even continue until Easter in an attempt to drive down Covid-19 case numbers.

Boris Johnson says England's measures will be reviewed once the priority groups have had the vaccine.

Researchers warn that unless something changes, hospitals will continue facing significant pressure.

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.

Paul Pogba scores a superb winner as Manchester United reclaim top spot in the Premier League by coming from behind for a club-record equalling away win at Fulham.

The total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive test during the pandemic is now above 90,000.

The bank has named the branches that will close between April and September, but aims to avoid redundancies.

The R number in the UK is officially estimated at 1.2-1.3 as a further 1,280 deaths are reported.

Some areas could see freezing temperatures and 5-10cm of snow on Saturday, the Met Office says.

The footballer joins celebrities and campaigners to call for action in a letter to the prime minister.

Coronavirus restrictions in England affected services, with pubs and hairdressers badly hit.

A Supreme Court ruling provides a lifeline for many firms that had business interruption insurance.

England's cancer, critical care, A&E and routine treatments all hit as hospitals accommodate virus patients.

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.

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said this would help teachers to decide "deserved grades".

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.

An industry group wants more state help for people like Jon Wilding, whose business is hit by the pandemic.

Criticism of new Brexit trade rules is growing as firms warn of more bureaucracy, higher costs and delays.

Seventeen million doses have been ordered by the UK and are expected to arrive in spring.

Councils will also be given extra funding to accommodate rough sleepers, ministers announce.

It comes amid concerns of hospitals being overwhelmed and delays in vaccine delivery.

Gavin Williamson will "trust in teachers rather than algorithms" in awarding this year's results.

The executive agrees new changes to lockdown rules in response to a spike in Covid-19 cases.

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

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

Boris Johnson says more areas may need tougher rules, as Labour urges England-wide curbs within 24 hours.

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

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

Dozens of countries, alarmed by a new coronavirus variant, have suspended travel links with the UK.

The UK is continuing to see more deaths than expected for this time of year, ONS data shows.

Boris Johnson says his position is "unchanged", as time for the UK and EU to reach a deal runs short.

Wall Street slips after Europe markets fall over the UK's new Covid-19 variant.

A tax hike on second homes to raise cash for social housing is part of the Welsh Government budget.

The Labour leader also urges the PM to give daily updates, amid cross party calls for Parliament's return.

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

Family mixing at Christmas will be much reduced and scrapped completely for parts of the South East.

NI's chief scientific adviser says without a six-week lockdown, the number of deaths would be "severe".

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

Last minute plans for mass testing in England's secondary schools to be run by teachers anger staff.

The wholesale internet division of BT has been told to speed up the rollout of ultra-fast connections.

The PM and the EU Commission head speak again by phone, and acknowledge differences remain.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak extends the furlough scheme for one month until the end of April 2021.

The Budget had been set to happen in Autumn 2020 but was ditched due to the coronavirus pandemic.

"Just because you can do something doesn't mean it's sensible in any way," Prof Chris Whitty warns.

The president of the EU Commission says the "next few days" will be decisive for trade negotiations.

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

The model train maker says it's in a difficult position and has paused all international orders until January 2021.

The Test to Release programme is supposed to cut quarantine times for people arriving in England.

UK loses 819,000 paid jobs since start of pandemic, with a third of the cuts in hospitality.

Total deaths in the UK have been 20% above normal in recent weeks, but that figure has now dropped.

Front-line staff warn relaxing rules for the festive period is not a "luxury" the NHS can afford.

A final decision on a deal was expected on Sunday, but the two sides sent negotiators back to the table.

The new strain may be growing faster in some parts of the country, Health Secretary tells MPs.

Nicola Sturgeon says Scots planning to meet up at Christmas should cut down on "unnecessary contacts" now.

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

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

Boris Johnson and his EU counterpart are due to make a decision on the future of talks shortly.

A senior Conservative says deploying gunboats to patrol UK waters after 31 December is "undignified".

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

The change will apply to contacts of coronavirus cases and people quarantining after travel.

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

Boris Johnson says negotiations with the EU will continue, but are "not yet there at all".

Most risks to financial stability posed by Covid and a no-deal Brexit have been mitigated, the Bank says.

The EU's contingency plans for "no deal" include measures to ensure smooth air and road travel.

Nearly 163,000 people had been waiting over a year at the end of October, compared with 1,600 in February.

The supermarkets will open but Asda gives staff the day off for working during the pandemic.

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

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

The mass of human-made objects will for the first time likely exceed that of living things in 2020.

The move breaks ranks with the EU in a dispute with the US over subsidies for Boeing and Airbus.

Poorer nations will miss out despite steps to ensure access is fair, campaigners warn.

And how to immunise yourself against the spread of fake news about what medicines work.

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

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.

England will face Poland while Wales meet Belgium as the qualifying draw for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar is made.

The UK says it is still working for a deal, but the EU's mood is described as "gloomy".

DIY specialist Kingfisher becomes the latest retailer to hand back support, taking the total to £2bn.

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

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

Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula Von Der Leyen will seek to break deadlock on Saturday.

Alok Sharma says he expects the doses to arrive for the start of the UK's vaccination programme.

Supplies of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine have already started to arrive in the UK.

Infection levels are down among all age groups and all regions apart from one, data suggests.

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

The EU says vaccines are not a "football competition" after Education Secretary Gavin Williamson's comment.

Odeon owner AMC is alarmed by Warner Bros' plan to stream films in US as soon as they hit cinemas.

Talks continue, as a source tells the BBC that Brussels are "bringing new elements into the negotiation".

Only the US, Brazil, India and Mexico have recorded more coronavirus deaths than the UK.

The UK is the first country to approve the Pfizer vaccine - with 800,000 doses due to arrive soon.

Customers who want to use overhead storage must buy more expensive tickets, the airline says.

More than 1,500 jobs are at risk following the collapse of the women's fashion chain.

The restrictions will start at 00:01 GMT, despite 55 Tory MPs voting against the government.

Regulators will decide if it is safe and effective enough to recommend for widespread use.

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.

The postal regulator says it could drop weekend letter deliveries and still meet people's needs.

The IFS says the Spending Review means council tax could rise an average £70 per household.

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

More than 50 executives call for evidence justifying industry's Covid restrictions to be published.

The pandemic will deal lasting damage to growth and jobs, the chancellor has warned.

Women and new retirees likely to be hit hardest by the planned change - but not before 2030.

Covid has increased regional inequalities, Labour Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham warns.

The Spending Review marks the start of the chancellor's economic recovery strategy. Here's what to watch for.

England will return to a regional approach from 2 December but the tiers will be "tougher", the PM says.

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