New record for Covid app self-isolation alerts as ‘pingdemic’ continues
This week the Government said it was expanding its daily contact testing for front line sectors as an alternative to isolation.
This week the Government said it was expanding its daily contact testing for front line sectors as an alternative to isolation.
Freedom Day has come and gone – but for many office workers in the West Midlands nothing has changed.
Councillors have outlined their reasons for voting on Shropshire Council's controversial housing plan – with one in a particularly affected area expressing his "serious misgivings".
Downing Street’s statement came after business minister Paul Scully suggested people and firms should make an ‘informed decision’ about what to do.
Downing Street’s statement came after business minister Paul Scully suggested people and firms should make an ‘informed decision’ about what to do.
Business minister Paul Scully said it was up to employers and individuals to decide how to respond to a notification from the NHS Covid-19 app.
Downing Street said the low-strength Bluetooth used by the app is unlikely to be strong enough.
Consumer group Which? warned it can be ‘incredibly difficult’ for anyone told to self-isolate to get their money back.
The gaming giant’s parental controls app will now enable parents to set spending limits for their children by adding money to their account.
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Under current plans, those who are fully vaccinated will be able to forgo self-isolation from August 16.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said he did not support people removing the app.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said he did not support people removing the app.
The Shropshire Star has launched a new interactive app offering readers the best news and sport coverage, free of intrusive advertising.
Wem enjoyed a welcome return to form but were left frustrated in their bid for victory in Premier Division Two of the Birmingham & District Cricket League.