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In a bid to help retailers recover following months of lockdown, the government is allowing High Street shops to stay open until 22:00 when in-store trading can resume in England from 12 April, the Times reports. “Go have fun” is the government’s message to shoppers, who are being encouraged to spend their money when stores, pubs and restaurants reopen. Retailers usually require council permission to open after 19:00.

Times Front Page 8th of January 2025

Defence companies have ceased attending university careers fairs and similar events due to security concerns over potential protests, raising fears about staff safety and the risk of global threats, with firms expressing anxiety over being targeted by demonstrators.

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Times Front Page 6th of January 2025

Sir Keir Starmer has announced plans to tackle NHS waiting lists by shifting focus towards community care and surgical hubs, aiming to alleviate the strain on hospitals and improve patient access to timely treatments.

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Times Front Page 4th of January 2025

Sir Keir Starmer is contending with vocal criticisms from Donald Trump and Elon Musk, focusing his energy on responding to attacks related to the NHS and climate policies, with expectations for North Sea oil drilling changes set for December 2026.

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