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Headteachers launch stinging criticism of education secretary
Thousands of headteachers have written to the education secretary, Gavin Williamson, accusing the government of repeatedly failing to listen or collaborate as schools prepare to reopen to millions of children…
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Usain Bolt says he is staying in quarantine after coronavirus test – video
The eight-time Olympic champion sprinter has said he is self-isolating after being tested for Covid-19. Bolt did not reveal whether he had received a test result, saying: ‘I’m having no…
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KFC drops Finger Lickin’ Good slogan as ‘doesn’t quite fit’ in age of Covid-19
KFC has admitted its famous Finger Lickin’ Good slogan is not quite right for the era of face masks and official hand-washing advice, as it launches a new advertising campaign…
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Topshop owner accused of potential legal breach over redundancy terms
The owner of Topshop and Topman has been accused of potential breaching employment law by offering staff being made redundant less favourable terms for their notice periods, linked to the…
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Usain Bolt in quarantine after taking Covid-19 test following birthday party
The world’s fastest man Usain Bolt is in quarantine after taking a Covid-19 test just days after a party for his 34th birthday, which was attended by England footballer Raheem…
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Case of man reinfected with coronavirus stokes immunity fears
A young man has been diagnosed with coronavirus more than four months after he recovered from a first episode of the disease, suggesting that immunity to the virus can be…
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After Covid, there’s no getting excited about budget estimates | Greg Jericho
It is rare to experience a moment when the entire way the political and economic debate is reported changes, but we are in such a moment. The Parliamentary Budget Office’s…
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Essential poll: Australians back strong surveillance and banning all international flights to curb Covid
Australians are prepared to countenance much stronger surveillance measures to ensure people diagnosed with Covid-19 remain in quarantine while they recover, according to the latest Guardian Essential poll. The survey…
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The Guardian view on fair dealing: name firms bailed out by the state | Editorial
If the government supported businesses with £50bn of government-backed coronavirus loans then the public ought to know who the recipients are. By not releasing details of the 1.2m that accessed…