Coronavirus lockdown measures1 day agoMan 'damaged beyond repair' over mother's death during CovidThe inquiry, which is in its last week of scheduled public hearings, is examining the pandemic's 'Impact on Society'.1 day ago1 day agoWhat is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?The inquiry into the government's handling of the pandemic has published two reports with eight more to follow.1 day ago3 days agoTown's theatre reopens for first time since 2020Heywood Civic has undergone a £6.3m redevelopment to attract bigger acts to the stage, organisers say.3 days ago12 Feb 2026Failed restaurant firm chased for Covid cashA company behind Rooftop Gardens is being pursued for £25,000 by the government.12 Feb 20267 Feb 2026Jeane Freeman: SNP politician who led Covid responseThe former SNP politician spent her life in public service and inherited the health brief just before the global pandemic.7 Feb 202616 Dec 2025Sunak defends Covid loan scheme over excessive fraud claimsCritics say Bounce Back Loans were vulnerable to fraud, but Sunak cited need for speedy rollout16 Dec 20257 Dec 2025Covid fraud and error cost taxpayers £10.9bn, report will sayA lack of anti-fraud controls in Covid support schemes is expected to be highlighted in the report.7 Dec 202526 Nov 2025Covid lockdown linked to rise in child developmental issuesThe University of Edinburgh-led study examined health visitor reports on 258,000 children between March 2020 and August 2021.26 Nov 202524 Nov 2025Covid inquiry hears impact on firms and staffBusiness owners describe breaking into tears as they were forced to lay off staff, while workers feared for their jobs24 Nov 2025...
