The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition today issued the following statement for World Press Freedom Day: Today, we celebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom around the world. The protection and promotion of a free, independe… read more
Only go outside for food, health reasons or work (but only if you cannot work from home) If you go out, stay 2 metres (6ft) away from other people at all times Wash your hands as soon as you get home Do not meet others, even friends or family. You ca… read more
Good afternoon, Welcome to the Coronavirus press conference from Downing Street. I’m joined by Dr Jenny Harries, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for England. Today’s data shows that: 1,129,907 tests for coronavirus have now been carried out in the UK, i… read more
More than £76 million extra funding to support most vulnerable in society during pandemic Funding for charities to support survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, vulnerable children and their families and victims of modern slavery Domestic abus… read more
New taskforce to advise Government on next steps of emergency response to support vulnerable rough sleepers during the pandemic; Team of experts to advise councils on plans to support rough sleepers into long-term, safe accommodation once lockdown is… read more