Sajid Javid's 'Plan B' in case of Covid surge - including home working and masks - and when it could be triggered

hospitals battling the virus, with 97 being treated in intensive care. Some 4,157,613 people have received the first dose of the Covid vaccination and 3,810,775 have received their second dose in Scotland.It comes as children aged 12 to 15 in Scotland will be able to get a coronavirus vaccine from today.

Oscar-winning actress Emma Thompson has joked that she’s given her husband Greg Wise condoms in case he falls victim to the infamous ‘Strictly curse’.The 62-year-old acting legend, whose husband Greg, 55, is dancing alongside the show’s longest-serving Strictly pro Karen Hauer, made the tongue-in-cheek comment as she opened up about him taking part in the BBC series. Speaking ahead of Greg’s dancing debut, national treasure Emma told The Sun: “I am worried about the Strictly curse, very much so.

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!How observant do you believe you’ve really been while enjoying a flight? Below are some hidden buttons and lesser known features that may have totally whizzed you by.Firstly, there is a concealed button under your armrest, and it could give you more room.The button lets you move the armrest upwards and out of your way.As well as giving you more space, it also has a more practical use.The feature was designed to allow passengers to escape faster in an emergency and it also allows people with disabilities to get in and out of the aisle.Have you ever watched cabin crew staff breeze up and down the aisle while appearing to brush their hands against the overhead lockers?What they are actually

A MAN arrested on suspicion of assault after Katie Price was allegedly punched at home has today been re-bailed. The suspect was held after the TV star was allegedly punched in the face at her Essex home last month.

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!The father of two children who were found dead at home on Sunday morning has paid a heartbreaking tribute to them on social media.Derbyshire police have launched a murder investigation following the deaths of four people at a house on Chandos Crescent in Killamarsh. The other two bodies found are understood by DerbyshireLive, to be of the children's mum and a third child.

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The Emmys were skewered on social media as viewers took notice of the lack of coronavirus safety measures, specifically masks.  The 2021 awards show was one of the first to return to the typical in-person format following more than a year of delayed and adjusted ceremonies like the Oscars and Golden Globes. Few of the stars in attendance on Sunday were seen on the broadcast wearing masks or observing social distancing guidelines.  Although host Cedric the Entertainer noted on the broadcast that everyone in attendance had to show proof of vaccination, as well as test negative for COVID-19, stars like Seth Rogen, came out swinging at the lack of requirements.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran has increased its bed capacity for coronavirus patients as health chiefs continue to grapple with an autumn surge in admissions.The number of beds designated for people requiring hospital treatment after falling ill with Covid has shot up to 110 from 93 last Monday.Over the course of the past seven days, hospital admissions have risen from 83 to 92 – prompting health chiefs to increase their capacity.NHS Ayrshire & Arran say the numbers are kept under review and that the situation is fluid.Joanne Edwards, director of acute services said: “As of Monday, September 20, 2021, NHS Ayrshire & Arran currently has 110 designated Covid-19 beds.“We are able to use our capacity flexibly between urgent, emergency cases, elective

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New Cumnock during the search for missing Carson Shephard were 'part of initial inquiries' and no criminality has since been established, police have confirmed.

Neighbours star Johnny Ruffo has taken to social media to share an update with his fans as he battles brain cancer for a second time.The 32-year-old is currently undergoing chemotherapy and has been open about sharing this journey on Instagram with his followers.While on a scenic walk with his girlfriend Tahnee he decided to check in with his fans and revealed that he was “exhausted” but was still fighting on.He wrote: “Cracking day for a walk. Just thought I’d jump on and give an update…“I’m still kicking along with my chemotherapy treatment, feeling pretty exhausted but I’m doing great otherwise and not giving up the fight.

We’re on the home stretch of Married At First Sight UK now, with just a couple more weeks remaining of the sixth season, and are equally as obsessed with the stars’ beauty looks as we are with the highs and lows of their new marriages. One of this year’s most glamorous contestants is sports journalist and former glamour model Amy Christophers who, luckily for her 133k followers, has been taking the time to give us all a look inside her beauty routine – and says she has had her lip filler dissolved since leaving the show.

iPhone 13 is set to be Apple's best phone yet, as the phone has already received millions of pre-orders from die-hard fans who can't wait to get their hands the latest device.The model boasts of having the most advanced pro camera system ever on the iPhone, and a battery life that has massively improved from previous models. For those who are still unsure about picking up this device, the Mirror has broken down everything you need to know about the iPhone 13, in numbers.

STRICTLY star Tilly Ramsay has the perfect pad to sit back and relax in after a hard day of training for the BBC One show. The 19-year-old is one of 15 famous faces who are taking part in nineteenth series of the competition.

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!An "obsessive, jealous, pathetic" killer buried two woman in the same spot nine years apart.The bodies of missing 17-year-old Kara Kopetsky and Jessica Runions, 21, were discovered after mushroom hunters spotted a human skull in Cass County, Missouri, the US.

ITV, which in recent years has aired a number of crime dramas based on real life stories including White House Farm and the Pembrokeshire murders.ITV also broadcast Des, for which David Tennant recently won a National Television award for his role as Dennis Nielsen.

Katie Price hsa celebrated Christmas early by singing along to the Home Alone soundtrack in a Carpool Karaoke-style session with sister Sophie. The 43-year-old former glamour model jumped on her Instagram story on Sunday to spread the “Christmas spirit” with her fans, as she ate a cheese and ham toastie during a car journey.

Megan Wolfe has warned Married At First Sight fans to get extra popcorn ahead of Monday 20th September's episode.The 26 year old blonde beauty, who is married to Robert 'Bob' Voysey on the show, shared a snap of herself and her husband dressed up for the third dinner party on the series. Megan looked gorgeous in a black off-the-shoulder body con dress.

The Crown, wasn’t able to have an in-person fitting for her ethereal Valentino gown, instead trying on looks remotely. The dress, from Valentino’s current autumn/winter ready-to-wear collection, was re-made specifically for the actress by the design house, which added in extra beaded panels and a layer of lining.

Glen Kamara's lawyer after he claimed Ibrox fans would be targeted in the Czech Republic in the Europa League clash later this month. And he insists UEFA should issue a warning about RANGERS fans instead, after he posted a screenshot of Lyon's vandalised bus in Glasgow last week.