News Round-Up
October 28, 2021 11:58 pm 76 CommentsA summary of all the most interesting stories that have appeared about politicians’ efforts to control the virus — and other acts of hubris and folly – not just in Britain, but around the world.
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News Round-Up
October 24, 2021 11:21 pm 51 CommentsA summary of all the most interesting stories that have appeared about politicians’ efforts to control the virus — and other acts of hubris and folly – not just in Britain, but around the world.
Record Number of Booster Vaccine Doses Given on Saturday
October 24, 2021 6:24 pm 66 CommentsFollowing weeks of 'nudges' from the Government, a record number of booster Covid vaccine doses were given on Saturday. Officials are warning that the success of the roll-out is key for a restriction-free winter.
Sajid Javid Wants to Introduce Legislation to Force All NHS Staff to Get Vaccinated against Covid “As Soon as Possible”
October 24, 2021 1:14 pm 141 CommentsHealth Secretary Sajid Javid is believed to be keen to introduce legislation forcing all NHS workers to be vaccinated against Covid "as soon as possible", despite fears of staff shortages.
Get the Booster Vaccine or Lose the Freedom to Enjoy Christmas, Warns NHS Chief
October 24, 2021 11:47 am 95 CommentsThe NHS’s most senior doctor has warned that our 'freedom' to enjoy Christmas could be removed if enough people don't come forward for a booster Covid vaccine.
News Round-Up
October 23, 2021 11:34 pm 89 CommentsA summary of all the most interesting stories that have appeared about politicians’ efforts to control the virus — and other acts of hubris and folly – not just in Britain, but around the world.
Prepare to Reintroduce Work from Home Guidelines, SAGE Tells Government
October 23, 2021 3:32 pm 154 CommentsSAGE has urged ministers to prepare for the “rapid deployment” of restrictions, including the reintroduction of work from home rules, if cases reach a certain level.
Hospital Appointments in Glasgow Being Cancelled to Reduce Road Traffic during COP26
October 23, 2021 2:40 pm 45 CommentsFace-to-face hospital appointments in Glasgow are being cancelled or rescheduled to help free up roads for the upcoming U.N. climate change conference, COP26.
More than a Million School Children in England Alone Face Heightened Covid Restrictions
October 23, 2021 11:41 am 53 CommentsMore than a million pupils at 3,250 schools in England face their education being burdened by further restrictions due to pressure from local councils which are fearful of rising 'case' numbers.
News Round-Up
October 23, 2021 12:25 am 22 CommentsA summary of all the most interesting stories that have appeared about politicians’ efforts to control the virus — and other acts of hubris and folly – not just in Britain, but around the world.