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The chancellor says his Budget can rescue the Covid-ravaged economy, as UK faces highest tax burden since 1960s.
Scotland's first minister tells an inquiry that claims of a plot against her predecessor are "absurd".
People who get a pay rise between this April and 2026 may find themselves paying a higher rate of tax.
The latest Brexit flare up is over checks on goods to NI, which remains in the EU's single market.
Buckingham Palace is "very concerned" by a report that royal staff made a complaint about the duchess.
Harry Dunn's family have the go-ahead to proceed with a claim against Jonathan and Anne Sacoolas.
The sisters say they were offered the jab when visiting their father in the United Arab Emirates.
A healthcare worker is held on suspicion of murder as part of a probe into a patient's death.
Security forces are accused of opening fire without warning on protesters in several cities.
Gordon Beattie apologises after using "inappropriate" language in a post on the LinkedIn website.
Duchess of Cornwall says "we'll keep our fingers crossed", after the duke's 15th night in hospital.
Forecasts suggests inheritance tax receipts will also rise, partly due to over-65s dying of Covid
The list of places in England receiving funds is dominated by the north west, Yorkshire and Midlands.
The tech giant says it will not develop workarounds once it abandons third-party tracking cookies.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak's Budget is packed with policies that will affect your finances. Here is a guide.
Rishi Sunak has delivered his annual Budget in the House of Commons. Here's what you need to know.
The chancellor has announced an extension to the stamp duty holiday?
The pandemic is costing the government hundreds of billions of pounds. Where will it all come from?
The BBC's Jonathan Blake takes us through the big things that stood out from this year's Budget.
The domestic abuse commissioner says the £19m is "hugely welcome", but wants longer-term funding.
There will be two further self-employed coronavirus grants, and more people will be eligible for them.
From newly elected backbencher to Chancellor in less than five years.
The Budget - when is it, what does it do and what should we expect to hear from the chancellor?
The BBC looks at the state of the UK economy ahead of the spring Budget.
From money for the arts to help for small firms, here are the spending plans announced so far.
Homebuyers facing high costs and delays want the tax break to be extended at the Budget.
Furlough has been extended until the end of September.
The papers focus on the Budget and the investigation into claims the Duchess of Sussex bullied royal staff.
Amazing images as Nasa's Perseverance rover lands on Mars and seeks signs of past microbial life.
Whoever took the slabs had "made a right old mess", according to local resident Alan Stainer.
A cat avoided almost certain death after it was spotted on the roof of a high speed train before it departed.
"I am so pleased to have participated in a new way to share Bible stories," says the Bishop of Ely.
The 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck near the city of Larissa, but was felt across the country.
As rules on care home visits in Scotland are relaxed, one woman describes how it felt to hug her mum for the first time in almost a year.
AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine .
A high-level Chinese study says a massive work scheme is reducing Uighur population density in Xinjiang.
Levelling up was one of the themes of the chancellor's Budget.
Reaction to the idea on social media has been mixed. Here's what doctors and pharmacists have to say.
Sweden is trying to encourage consumers to repair household items like washing machines.
In the past year, more than 20 rangers have been killed defending Africa's oldest national park.
Why a handbook for artists hoping to enter the music industry gives frank advice on mental health.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Manchester United need to find their "spark" again after they were held to a third goalless draw in a row by Crystal Palace.
Alfredo Morelos' late winner at Livingston moved Rangers to within four points of the Scottish Premiership title - but manager Steven Gerrard was sent off for debating a "bang out of order" refereeing decision.
Britain's Andy Murray and Cameron Norrie are both beaten in the Rotterdam Open second round.
Bottom club Sheffield United survived for more than 30 minutes with 10 men to claim a rare win and dent Aston Villa's European ambitions.
Jockey Hollie Doyle equals her own record of winning five races at one meeting before being denied a a historic sixth.
Captain Joe Root says England should have "no scars" from two successive defeats when the final Test against India starts on Thursday.
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have agreed to an all-British world heavyweight title unification fight, says promoter Bob Arum.
All students in England can return to classrooms from 8 March as part of the plans to ease lockdown.
Payments are available to help people who have lost their job or need extra financial support.
Two approved Covid vaccines are being rolled out across the UK. So when might you get one?
Are European countries relaxing restrictions put in place to control a new wave of infections?
As schools remain closed to most pupils, the BBC is offering a wealth of educational material.
The health secretary says 379 households in south-east England are being contacted.
Schoolchildren's household and bubble members will be offered Covid tests to take at home twice a week.
The racing driver, who had both legs amputated in 2017, has walked, cycled and kayaked 140 miles.
A coroner says the roads - where hard shoulders become lanes at busy times - create a death "risk".
A sharp-eared doctor noticed Lord Coe's voice was "gravelly" during a Today programme interview.
The PM calls it an "extraordinary feat", reached just over two months after the first vaccine was delivered.
Eviction notices, which were set to resume on 22 February, cannot now be served for another six weeks.
The story of one day inside a Covid vaccination hub in Surrey, treating 700 to 900 people a day.
Infection rates are declining overall, but some regions are seeing a rise in cases.
The government is reviewing whether venues can ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
A year ago, the UK was yet to record a Covid case. Then a family rang NHS 111 from a hotel in York.
Christmas gatherings were cut back but was there still an impact on Covid cases?
Two second-half goals from Carlos Mendes Gomes help Morecambe to an impressive 3-1 victory over Crawley.
Sutton close the gap on National League leaders Torquay to a point with dramatic stoppage-time win over Bromley at Gander Green Lane.
Matty Kosylo's winner helps 10-man Altrincham snap a five-game losing streak with victory against Woking at Moss Lane.
Promotion and relegation between the EFL and National League will continue this season, says the National League's interim general manager Mark Ives.
Play-off chasing Exeter suffer first defeat in five games as Tom Nichols' penalty and late Ashley Nadesan goal give Crawley victory.
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1. How to get more done. One of the drawbacks of working from home is the amount of distractions at your fingertips, whether it be a full pantry of food or living distractions like family members and pets. The temptation to relax and doing chores are the top two biggest work-from-home distractions. Time-management skills are key to helping with these distractions. READ MORE 2. Latest data shows vaccine reduces transmission. There is "early data" showing a reduction in transmission in people who have had a coronavirus vaccine, the health secretary has said. The Health Secretary said hospital admissions were falling "much more sharply" than they were in the pandemic's first wave. The government aims to offer a first jab to all adults in the UK by the end of July, with one in three adults already vaccinated. Boris Johnson will unveil his plan for ending England's lockdown by close of business today. BBC 3. WTO appoints first woman chief. Former Nigerian finance minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is to lead the World Trade Organisation (WTO), becoming the first woman and first African to hold the director-general role. It comes after US president Joe Biden overturned Donald Trump’s block on her appointment. Okonjo-Iweala, who spent 25 years at the World Bank, will take over the Geneva-based institution at a make-or-break time for the global trading system, as governments seek to navigate the economic and health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. The Independent 4. House prices reach record high. House prices rose by 8.5% in 2020, the highest annual growth rate since October 2014. The average price for a property reached a record high of £252,000 in December, with the most growth recorded in the northwest: 11.2%. London prices rose by 3.5%. UK house prices soared in the second half of the year, but mortgage offers and online asking prices suggest that prices will fall back this year by around 2%. Office for National Statistics 5. Companies focus on wellbeing. Workplace wellbeing has become a more significant consideration for employers, research suggests. During the pandemic, several major companies, such as insurer Aviva, have offered staff days off for wellbeing. In the UK, research from insurer Westfield Health shows the cost of mental health absenteeism increased in 2020, but also that the majority of employers plan to spend more on employee wellbeing in coming years. Long-term flexibility and mental health programs at work were both cited as popular options by employees in the study. Wellbeing is one of 10 tutorials on 10/10, our government supported leadership development and mentoring programme. LEARN MORE |
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6. Stop the guilt of pandemic laziness. You're sitting at home, scrolling through Netflix recommendations when you're suddenly hit with pangs of guilt for being lazy. Been there? Same. One social psychologist tells us to stop this nonsense, explaining we feel this way because "we use external cues as an 'anchor' to help us gauge whether we are spending our time well enough." Not every moment we're home needs to be spent working. In fact, they encourage "cyberloafing," or a mindless scroll through the internet or social feeds, as research shows we often come back “more productive and focused” after such an activity. CNBC 7. What’s the future of work. Once the world gets past the pandemic, what will stick around in our professional lives, and what will go away? McKinsey Global Initiative research involving the US, UK and other countries found that more than 100 million workers will likely need to transition to new jobs by 2030, which is up to 25% more than pre-COVID estimates in advanced economies. The research also shows that working from home and virtual meetings will stick around, though "less intensely," and the adoption of automation and artificial intelligence will speed up, especially for work that involves physical proximity. The Times 8. How to raise the subject of salary. When's the right time to ask about compensation in a job interview? Should a candidate inquire about pay right off the bat, or wait until later on in the job search process when they've solidified that they’re a strong fit for the role? Among our top tips: [1] Wait until the end of the first interview or call to broach the topic. [2] Be honest, informed, and realistic about your expectations. [3] Consider delaying the question if you're meeting with a hiring manager or future employer, as opposed to a recruiter. Editor 9. What happens when you work from bed? After almost a year working from home, many have realised that working from bed isn't as comfy as it sounds. Though many have tried it during the pandemic, according to research by Buba, a majority of home workers in the UK have reported aches and pains due to their lack of proper desk. And working from bed isn't just bad ergonomically, with experts advising that it can be bad for productivity and sleep, due to the brain associating bed with work. BBC 10. The bottom line. Just under 60% of the 50,888 people who died with Covid in England between January and November last year were disabled, though disabled people only make up 17.2% of the population. Office for National Statistics |
The fox frequently visits the garden of Faroz and his daughter Sophia, who initially thought it was a wolf.
The Duchess of Cornwall gives an update on her father-in-law's condition during a vaccination centre visit.
"I am so pleased to have participated in a new way to share Bible stories," says the Bishop of Ely.
The BBC's Jonathan Blake takes us through the big things that stood out from this year's Budget.
As rules on care home visits in Scotland are relaxed, one woman describes how it felt to hug her mum for the first time in almost a year.
AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine .
From newly elected backbencher to Chancellor in less than five years.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak says the Budget he has delivered protects jobs, businesses and will bring prosperity across the UK.
A paramedic and a Met officer have become engaged after meeting on a 999 callout at a chicken shop.
The chancellor sets out a three-part plan to “protect the jobs and livelihoods of the British people”.
The Labour leader said the UK faced a worse economic crisis because of the chancellor's decisions.
The Golden Globe winner says it "makes sense" for her to leave at the end of The Crown's fourth season.
The controlled explosion of a World War Two bomb in Exeter has left a crater in the ground and properties with "structural damage".
Actress Ruthie Henshall is calling for more visiting access to family members in care homes.
How a picture book about a little bear who discovers he is deaf tells a personal story for its creators.
A look at how schools are preparing to welcome back most pupils on 8 March.
A self-taught amateur space photographer captures a range of spectacular images from his garden.
A meteor - which was caught on camera - was visible for around seven seconds on Sunday night.
Jim Ashworth-Beaumont needs the prosthetic after being involved in a cycling accident last year.
Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi says authorities are working to locate a person with a concerning variant of coronavirus.
Alex has been homeless on and off for 10 years, and lost his job as lorry driver when the pandemic hit.
Shanique is studying for her master's degree after struggling to find employment.
The Chancellor says he wants to level with people about the economic challenges ahead.
Labour's Anneliese Dodds tells the BBC's Andrew Marr there should be no immediate tax rise on businesses.
Kaci says it was her birthday wish to raise money for a charity that supports disabled children.
A controlled detonation has been carried out on an unexploded World War Two bomb found in Exeter.
"Pawstep Portraits" captures dogs with their owners, who then donate to the NHS or Lanta Animal Welfare.
Four young performers pay tribute to the 100-year-old veteran, who raised almost £33m for NHS charities.
After phase one is complete by mid-April, here's the order in which all other adults will get the jab.
Outdoor sport for people with disabilities is allowed in lockdown and is a lifeline for families.
BBC editors Faisal Islam and Simon Jack tell us what Chancellor Rishi Sunak might have in store.
Fishing community leaders say Greenpeace's action is dangerous and illegal.
The landscape has been recreated to help young people understand how to run a national park.
A nurse who died with Covid-19 inspired nearly her entire family to join the NHS.
Nearly 200,000 extremely clinically vulnerable young people have been offered their vaccine.
There has been an increase in private tuition during the pandemic but concerns remain about the checks in place.
Lord Chris Smith is calling for more diversity in Government.
Calls to a major domestic violence charity increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic in 2020.
