Surge testing to be deployed in areas within Middlesbrough, Walsall, and Hampshire in connection to new variant

Further targeted areas will have additional testing made available to help monitor and suppress the spread of a COVID-19 variant.

Groundbreaking COVID-19 treatments to be fast-tracked through clinical trials

The world’s most innovative treatments for COVID-19 will soon be fast-tracked through the UK’s clinical trial system, as the government announces funding for the most promising treatments.

Business Secretary urges Surrey residents to come forward for vaccine after virtual visit

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng has paid tribute to clinicians and volunteers during a virtual visit to a vaccination hub in Surrey, after which he urged anyone who is eligible to come forward for their jabs.

Over 3 million rapid coronavirus tests in schools and colleges

Significant milestone sees primary and secondary schools and colleges conduct over 3 million tests with staff and students since January

China’s decision to ban BBC World: Foreign Secretary’s statement

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab comments on the Chinese decision to ban the broadcasting of BBC World News.