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22.12.2021 / 17:15

All the new Covid rules for Wales from Boxing Day

First Minister Mark Drakeford has announced that revised level two restrictions will be reintroduced in Wales from Boxing Day, as Omicron infections rise.

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13.03.2024 / 14:15

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Boris Johnson was like 'absent football manager' during Covid, inquiry hears

Boris Johnson was compared to an 'absent' football manager during the Covid-19 pandemic, a public inquiry has heard.

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LA mayor tests positive for Covid after COP26 breakfast with world leaders

The Mayor of Los Angeles has tested positive for coronavirus a day after attending a breakfast with a host of world leaders.

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Nightclubs and gigs in Wales to require COVID passports from October

COVID passports are to be required for gigs and nightclubs in Wales from next month, the country’s First Minister has announced.Mark Drakeford said the ruling comes about because nightclubs are “inherently and intrinsically higher risk venues.”The new rules, which will come into effect from October 11, mean music fans and those attending nightclubs need to provide proof of an NHS COVID Pass – either of full vaccination or proof of a negative lateral flow test within 48 hours of the event – to attend indoor, non-seated events of over 500 capacity, outdoor non-seated events for more than 4,000, or any event with over 10,000 capacity.In a statement, Drakeford said: “Across Wales, coronavirus cases have risen to very high levels over the summer

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06.08.2021 / 15:21

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The Covid rules you still have to follow in Wales from Saturday as the country moves to alert level zero

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Wales to reopen nightclubs as most restrictions end

Nightclubs are set to reopen and all restrictions on meeting others are to be removed in Wales, in the biggest easing of coronavirus measures since the pandemic began.

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Boris Johnson to chair UK Covid-19 recovery summit

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will chair a coronavirus recovery summit with the First Ministers of Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales later today.

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Nicola Sturgeon to meet Boris Johnson for rescheduled summit on covid recovery

Mark Drakeford and Sturgeon wrote to Johnson stating they wanted a clearer agenda and to make sure it wasn't more than a PR exercise.Following the cancellation all sides blamed one another for the breakdown of potential talks.

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Coronavirus lockdown easing to be brought forward in Wales as infections fall

The easing of lockdown restrictions in Wales will be brought forward as Covid infections continue to fall, it has been confirmed.

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Wales to extend Covid lockdown for three weeks sparking fears England will too

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxWales faces at least three more weeks of lockdown.On Friday, First Minister Mark Drakeford will announce coronavirus restrictions will not be eased this month and residents must continue to stay-at-home.It is likely to spark fears Boris Johnson's presentation of a roadmap out of lockdown on Monday could follow a similar message.On February 22, the Prime Minister is expected to confirm plans will be in place for the high street and hospitality venues to reopen from March 8.But with only small steps out of lockdown being announced in Wales on Friday, despite low infection rates, it could leave many feeling pessimistic.Mr Drakeford told

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Wales schools could shut again weeks after opening if there's a Covid spike

Wales’ schools could have to shut again if opening them causes an infection spike, the First Minister has admitted.

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12.02.2021 / 15:16

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People aged between 65 and 69 in England can now be invited for the coronavirus vaccine

direct to your inboxThose aged between 65 to 69 will now be invited for a coronavirus vaccine jab in England.However regions can only move on to the next age category if GPs have done all they can to reach those at high risk, NHS England said.Some parts of the country have already begun vaccinating the over-65s with their first dose, after reaching everyone in the top four priority groups - which includes the over-70s and care home residents - who wanted a jab.Nottinghamshire Clinical Commissioning Group is among those that has invited over-65s to receive a vaccine, while in Shropshire, Coventry and Hampshire, some vaccines have been given already.In Wales, First Minister Mark Drakeford said some over-50s there have already begun to be

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NHS nurse 'angry and heartbroken' at catching coronavirus three weeks after vaccine

A nurse is worried she was lured into a false sense of security regarding the vaccine after she caught coronavirus only a matter of weeks after receiving the Pfizer vaccine.The NHS employee, who wishes to remain anonymous, works within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area in south-west Wales, which covers Pembrokeshire Local, Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire.She's said of her new positive test result that she is "angry and heartbroken" that she's caught the deadly virus at this stage.Wales is also in a tight lockdown, with First Minister Mark Drakeford set to review the measures next week as the UK continues to report staggering death figures.The new mutant strain of Covid has been ripping across Britain, and the nurse in question

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Labour MP Jo Stevens hospitalised with Covid-19 after suffering symptoms "for a while"

Labour MP Jo Stevens has been hospitalised with coronavirus, her team has said.

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11,000 positive tests in Wales missing from official figures

An extra 11,000 positive coronavirus tests missing from official figures in Wales demonstrate "how serious the position" in the country is, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.

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16.12.2020 / 17:49

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This is how the Wales Christmas Covid rules have changed ahead of level 4 lockdown

direct to your inbox The Welsh Government has now announced that the whole of Wales will once again be plunged into a strict national lockdown at Christmas. The first of the new coronavirus measures are set to be imposed on Christmas Eve, First Minister Mark Drakeford announced on Wednesday.

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Christmas coronavirus rules to stay but guidance will be toughened up

Festive rules allowing families to mix over Christmas will go ahead - but with tougher warnings about the coronavirus risks.

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Wales 'will enter full lockdown after Christmas' if coronavirus rates fail to drop

Wales could go into full lockdown after Christmas unless rising coronavirus infections are curbed, the First Minister has warned.

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11.12.2020 / 17:01

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NHS in Wales 'will not be able to cope' if coronavirus hospital admissions continue to rise, First Minister warns

direct to your inbox The NHS in Wales will not be able to cope if coronavirus hospital admissions continue to rise at the rate they currently are at, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.

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Pubs to stop selling alcohol in Wales amid virus rise

Pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes in Wales will be forced to stop selling alcohol and to shut by 6pm in a new round of restrictions that begin on Friday night ahead of Christmas, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.

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Schools could close a week early for Christmas to stop Covid infection spike

Wales Online reported.First Minister Mark Drakeford has said he wants schools in Wales to stay open, causing debate between authorities including the Welsh Government, headteachers and the Welsh Local Government Association about implementing online lessons.The Welsh Government added in a statement: "We have had regular dialogue with local authorities and unions throughout the pandemic and these discussions continue."Our priority remains ensuring that all children and young people's education continues with as little disruption as possible."One council leader said: "Everything is under review."Some councils in England have already announced that they will shut their schools early, including some of those in Greater Manchester.Sue Walker,

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Coronavirus 'has not gone away and families should be responsible at Christmas'

People should "think carefully" about who they meet and how far they travel over Christmas, the First Minister of Wales has said.

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Dr Hilary Jones blasts 'weak nation' for not wanting to cancel Christmas amid pandemic

Dr Hilary Jones has questioned the "weak nation" for having a five-day break during Christmas amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Brits warned delivering Christmas cards by hand could spread coronavirus

Brits have been warned not to deliver Christmas cards by hand or go door-to-door this festive season.

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Wales coronavirus cases have fallen after 'firebreak' lockdown sparking hope

The number of coronavirus cases in Wales have fallen after a two-week "firebreak" lockdown giving hope to the country.

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Wales to implement 2-week 'firebreak' lockdown as COVID-19 cases spike

LONDON - Wales has become the second nation in the United Kingdom to lock down large swaths of its economy to combat rising coronavirus infections, even as British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is resisting loud calls to do the same throughout England.Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford said Monday that his administration was backing a short, sharp “firebreak” to slow the spread of COVID-19. All non-essential retail, leisure, hospitality and tourism businesses will close for two weeks beginning at 6 p.m.

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Wales to have two-week 'circuit-breaker' lockdown amid coronavirus rise

The Daily Star's FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inboxWales will enter a two-week ‘circuit-breaker’ national lockdown on Friday in a bid to slow the spread of coronavirus.First Minister Mark Drakeford confirmed the country will enter the “fire-break” lockdown, coinciding with the school half term, following a surge in cases.It will start on Friday at 6pm and last until November 9.He said: “There are no easy choices in front of us as the virus spreads rapidly in every part of Wales.“We know that if we do not act now it will continue to accelerate and there is a very real risk that our NHS would be overwhelmed.“The number of people taken to hospital with coronavirus symptoms is growing every

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I'm A Celeb bosses try to save 2020 show as new Covid rules puts stars into lockdown

I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! series which is due to start filming in the coming weeks could be in doubt due to new coronavirus rules.

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Every I'm A Celeb star who could be banned from entering Wales thanks to new Covid laws

I'm A Celebrity fans breathed a sigh of relief earlier this year when it was announced that the show would be going ahead. ITV bosses had managed to switch up the customary Aussie jungle for a windswept - and allegedly haunted - castle in the north of Wales.

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I'm A Celeb bosses insist show will 'follow strict Covid protocols' as Wales implements travel ban

I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! will still be filmed in Wales despite new restrictions, an ITV spokesperson told Standard Online.There were fears the popular ITV series, hosted by Ant and Dec may be hauled from the schedules after Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford announced that UK citizens in areas under Tier 2 and Tier 3 coronavirus restrictions are banned from entering the country.This has the potential for things to become particularly difficult as London is set to enter the Tier 2 stage of lockdown, while Greater Manchester is planning to plunge into Tier 3.Wales is currently under some of the UK’s strictest coronavirus regulations, with most people unable to cross county lines without a “reasonable excuse” – which includes work.

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Mark Drakeford considering 'circuit breaker' two-week coronavirus lockdown for Wales

First Minster Mark Drakeford says he is considering implementing a two-week circuit breaker lockdown across Wales.

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Matt Lucas spoofs Boris Johnson’s coronavirus briefings during Bake Off debut

Matt Lucas made his debut on The Great British Bake Off in a skit mimicking British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s coronavirus briefings.

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Gordon Brown launches radical campaign to stop mass coronavirus unemployment

Former PM Gordon Brown is launching a radical UK-wide campaign to stop the coronavirus fallout triggering massive unemployment.

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Wales to consider allowing hairdressers to reopen from July 13

Wales will consider letting hairdressers reopen from July 13, the nation's First Minister signalled today.

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Wales sets date for when English visitors can return - AND stay for holidays

Mancunians will soon be able to travel across the border to Wales for a holiday next month.First Minister Mark Drakeford on Friday morning announced that the country hopes to scrap its "stay local" rule on July 6, 'provided coronavirus is still under control'.It'll be a big boost for the Welsh tourism industry as it will allow people - from inside and outside of Wales - to travel and stay in 'self-contained' accommodation.The plan is that for a week later, on July 13, for hospitality business-owners to take bookings.This will include rented cottages, a hotel that has turned 'self-contained', and static caravans with their own kitchens and toilets.Mr Drakeford's announcement came alongside a number of other proposed changes to the lockdown,

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Brits can go on staycations in Wales from July 6, Government announces

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Holidays in Wales can start from July 6 as border reopens to tourism

Holidays in Wales are set to restart from Monday 6 July as the country officially reopens its border to tourism.

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Anger as Nicola Sturgeon plea for Brexit extension rejected by Michael Gove

Nicola Sturgeon made a plea for the transition period to be extended. The First Minister, along with Welsh leader Mark Drakeford, told Prime Minister Boris Johnson that his timetable for a 31 December exit would be “extraordinarily reckless”.

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Families to be reunited as Wales eases coronavirus lockdown from Monday

Wales will ease its coronavirus lockdown from Monday, with families and friends able to reunite next week.

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Wales confirms it won't reopen schools on June 1 as row over English plan mounts

Schools in Wales will not open on June 1 First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed.

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13.05.2020 / 22:43

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‘Stay away’ says Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford to north west residents

Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford has spoken of the "close relationship and a long history" between Wales and the North West as he urged people to keep away.

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England on its own as Scotland, Wales and Ireland all slam 'stay alert' advice

England is on its own in the coronavirus fight as Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have all slammed Boris Johnson's 'stay alert' advice with the 'four nations' approach having fallen apart.

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10.05.2020 / 10:47

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What time and TV channel is Boris Johnson speech on coronavirus lockdown tonight?

Boris Johnson is set to address the nation on his plans to ease lockdown on Sunday night.

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Different parts of UK set to have different lockdown rules

Different parts of the UK look likely to operate under slightly different coronavirus lockdown rules next week after announcements by the leaders of the Welsh and Scottish governments suggested deviation.

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The three changes to lockdown restrictions in Wales that come into force on Monday

Wales is making three 'modest adjustments' to its coronavirus lockdown restrictions from Monday.

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Wales announces extension to coronavirus lockdown — but with three changes

Wales has announced it will extend its coronavirus lockdown measures, following a day after Scotland did the same.

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Year 6 pupils may return to school first in Wales - hinting at UK coronavirus plan

Year 6 pupils could be the first to return to primary schools from as early as June 1 under plans being considered by the Welsh government.

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Coronavirus lockdown in UK extended for another 3 weeks as deaths top 13,000

The UK's coronavirus lockdown has been extended for a further three weeks, the government has announced.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0