bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid-19: New coronavirus variant 'probably' in Northern Ireland

Mrs Foster said the new bubble rules would be placed in law , but added that she did not expect @ @ @ @ @ on people 's doors on Christmas Day or Boxing Day to check they are abiding @ @ @ @ @

Irish Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan said the ban on travel from Britain to the Republic of Ireland was initially for 48 hours, but added he did not want to give anyone "false hope that there is likely to be any major change".


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Pair who murdered man after 'petty row' in Wythenshawe jailed

They left him on the ground and sped off in the van , hitting another vehicle as they drove away @ @ @ @ @ dispose of the torch .

They left him on the ground and sped off in the van, hitting another vehicle as they drove away to change their clothes and dispose of the torch.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Dame Fanny Waterman: Leeds International Piano Competition founder dies at 100

Adam Gatehouse went on to call her `` a unique figure in our cultural firmament who infused everyone with whom @ @ @ @ @ a passion and enthusiasm and sheer love of music '' .

Adam Gatehouse went on to call her "a unique figure in our cultural firmament who infused everyone with whom she came into contact with a passion and enthusiasm and sheer love of music".


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Brexit: Trade deal talks continue as negotiators fail to reach agreement

`` We respect the sovereignty of the UK and we expect the same .
Both the EU and Britain must @ @ @ @ @ their own laws and control their own waters .
And we should both be able @ @ @ @ @ are at stake , '' Mr Barnier wrote on Twitter on Sunday .

"And the position is unchanged," Mr Johnson said. "There are problems. It's vital that everyone understands that the UK has got to be able to control its own laws completely, and also that we have got to be able to control our own fisheries."


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Christmas rules 2020: What are the new rules on mixing?

In Wales ( two households ) and Scotland ( three households up to a maximum of eight people ) , @ @ @ @ @ be allowed on 25 December .
In both countries , people are being advised not @ @ @ @ @ , even though they are permitted .

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bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid: What are the new tiers and lockdown rules in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?

What are the new rules for Christmas ?
What are the Covid restrictions in England ?
Which parts of south-east @ @ @ @ @ four ?
What are the new restrictions in tier four ?
What are you allowed @ @ @ @ @ ?
How were the tiers decided ?
What are the rules in Wales ?
What @ @ @ @ @ Scotland ?

If you test positive for Covid you are no longer legally required to self-isolate, but you are advised to stay at home and avoid contact with others for at least five full days.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--England's Big Picture: Best of 2020

England's Big Picture: Best of 2020

It 's important to note , however , that you still own the copyright to everything you contribute to England @ @ @ @ @ that if your image is accepted , we will publish your name alongside .

Please note that whilst we welcome all your pictures, we are more likely to use those which have been taken in the past week.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Starmer: PM must address nation after Cobra

Labour leader Keir Starmer says it is clear that the coronavirus pandemic is now `` out of control '' in @ @ @ @ @ the prime minister to show strong and decisive leadership .
He said Boris Johnson should @ @ @ @ @ 's emergency Cobra meeting , in light of rising infection rates and widening travel bans @

Labour leader Keir Starmer says it is clear that the coronavirus pandemic is now "out of control" in the UK, and urged the prime minister to show strong and decisive leadership.
He said Boris Johnson should address the nation following Monday's emergency Cobra meeting, in light of rising infection rates and widening travel bans.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--France border closure: 'In the short term this won't have an impact'

The Transport Secretary added disruptions like this happen between Dover and Calais regularly but people just do n't know about @ @ @ @ @ him and his french counter part are going to work to get this issue resolved @ @ @ @ @ for this morning .

The Transport Secretary said disruptions like this happen between Dover and Calais regularly, but people just don't know about them.
He added that he and his French counterpart are going to work to get this issue resolved, with a call scheduled for this morning.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--The Papers: Europe bans UK travel, and 'out of control' virus

A government source is quoted in the Mail as saying another nationwide lockdown is not out of the question because @ @ @ @ @ the South East and spreading the mutation to other parts of the country .

A government source is quoted in the Mail as saying another nationwide lockdown is not out of the question because of people leaving London and the South East and spreading the mutation to other parts of the country.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid-19: Drivers urged to avoid Kent ports as France shuts border

She said : `` We were really excited .
But sadly , once we got onboard and into our cabin @ @ @ @ @ that we would n't be going anywhere .


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid: Ireland travel ban leaves woman stranded in Holyhead

`` They [ the Irish government ] should have given us ample time to prepare for that , at least @ @ @ @ @ we would know what to do .
If we had found out earlier we would @ @ @ @ @ way [ from London ] - we would 've waited for the 48 hours before @ @ @

"They [the Irish government] should have given us ample time to prepare for that, at least given us information so that we would know what to do. If we had found out earlier we wouldn't have driven all the way [from London] - we would've waited for the 48 hours before coming here.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid-19: Tighter restrictions likely, Sir Patrick Vallance warns

Asked why tougher measures were not in place across the country following the introduction of the tier four level , @ @ @ @ @ The evidence on this virus is that it spreads easily .
It 's more transmissible @ @ @ @ @ make sure we have the right level of restrictions in place . ''

Asked why tougher measures were not in place across the country following the introduction of the tier four level, Sir Patrick added: "The evidence on this virus is that it spreads easily. It's more transmissible. We absolutely need to make sure we have the right level of restrictions in place."


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid-19: More than 40 countries ban UK arrivals

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On Monday morning, Mr Shapps said the situation in Kent was "not too disrupted" saying "it's mostly European and French hauliers getting caught up in this" and that about 20% of the overall 32,000 units of freight shipped today were affected by the restrictions.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid-19: NI Executive votes against GB-NI travel ban

It goes on to say there would be `` merit in limiting travel '' if the variant was not present @ @ @ @ @ its absence a precautionary approach is advised including possible limiting of travel from the Republic @ @ @ @ @ `` current disease trajectory '' there .

Responding to a question from People Before Profit MLA Gerry Carroll, Mr Swann said: "If anybody is using a school facility or if a school is facilitating testing in regards to the transfer test it's up the school, the board of governors and those organising and delivering the test to make sure they meet all current regulations.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid-19: Visitors from tier 4 and Wales 'must self-isolate'

Of course Christmas plans are already in the balance for many .
This is another blow , but one that @ @ @ @ @ necessary as this Covid winter really kicks in .

Of course Christmas plans are already in the balance for many. This is another blow, but one that it's felt is entirely necessary as this Covid winter really kicks in.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Grace Millane murder: Jesse Kempson guilty of attacking two more women

She told the court : `` I was just frozen and I let him do what he needed to do @ @ @ @ @ go to sleep or go home as soon as possible . ''

She told the court: "I was just frozen and I let him do what he needed to do so I could try and go to sleep or go home as soon as possible."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--UK government 'likely to miss' broadband and 5G targets

“ The government ’ s decision to abandon its 2025 gigabit-capable broadband target within weeks of ministers reassuring us of @ @ @ @ @ a belated recognition that it was unrealistic and unachievable , underlining concerns we ’ d @ @ @ @ @ said committee chairman Julian Knight .

“The government’s decision to abandon its 2025 gigabit-capable broadband target within weeks of ministers reassuring us of their commitment to it was a belated recognition that it was unrealistic and unachievable, underlining concerns we’d heard from industry," said committee chairman Julian Knight.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--NI police chief 'sorry' over BLM protests

`` The differential treatment by PSNI of protesters on 6th June when compared with those attending 'Protect Our Monuments ' @ @ @ @ @ claims of unfairness and discrimination against those persons who organised and attended the 'Black Lives @ @ @ @ @ the report stated .

He added: "It is clear to me that some members of the Black and Minority Ethnic Community have been frustrated, angry and upset by our policing response and our relationship with them has suffered.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Cornish boy continues with toy appeal despite brain tumour

Elliott , who is one of five children , started his appeal when he was just six years old .

Elliott, who is one of five children, started his appeal when he was just six years old.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Essex lorry deaths: Wanted man is arrested

The arrested man , who can not be named for legal reasons , is suspected of having been involved in @ @ @ @ @ the 39 people found dead in Essex , moving them from a safe house in @ @ @ @ @ taxis to a location near the French/Belgian border before they were put on to the @ @

The arrested man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is suspected of having been involved in transporting at least 10 of the 39 people found dead in Essex, moving them from a safe house in Anderlecht, Brussels, in taxis to a location near the French/Belgian border before they were put on to the lorry.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Offices share £481m rebate after interim business rates ruling

She added : `` Understanding the impact of the ongoing pandemic on rateable values is a complex legal and valuation @ @ @ @ @ to resolve these cases as quickly and efficiently as we can . ''

She added: "Understanding the impact of the ongoing pandemic on rateable values is a complex legal and valuation issue. We are working to resolve these cases as quickly and efficiently as we can."


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Essex lorry deaths: The supposed 'VIP' journey that killed 39 people

The driver of the trailer spoke only to hurry them along , Witness X told the court .
Later , @ @ @ @ @ on to a ferry , the driver had opened the doors and told them to @ @ @ @ @ time '' and stand in the middle of the trailer and hold on to each @ @

The driver of the trailer spoke only to hurry them along, Witness X told the court. Later, before the trailer was loaded on to a ferry, the driver had opened the doors and told them to "keep quiet all the time" and stand in the middle of the trailer and hold on to each other.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Bedford woman 'lost hands and feet' as Covid led to sepsis

A woman who had her hands and feet amputated after coronavirus led to pneumonia , which then caused sepsis , @ @ @ @ @ to her `` second life '' despite the challenges .
Caroline Coster , 58 , @ @ @ @ @ was put into a medically-induced coma for a month and nearly died twice after catching @ @ @ @ @ She was forced to retire from teaching and is adapting to her new life , @ @ @ @ @ dangers of people not taking coronavirus seriously .
Mrs Coster said : `` My first @ @ @ @ @ second life is also going to be good .
It 's going to be different @ @ @ @ @ be good .
`` It is a serious illness and if it 's not serious @ @ @ @ @ be serious for the old person who lives next door .
Or your mum .
@ @ @ @ @

A woman who had her hands and feet amputated after coronavirus led to pneumonia, which then caused sepsis, says she is looking forward to her "second life" despite the challenges.
Caroline Coster, 58, from Bedford, said she was put into a medically-induced coma for a month and nearly died twice after catching the virus in March.
She was forced to retire from teaching and is adapting to her new life, but has warned of the dangers of people not taking coronavirus seriously.
Mrs Coster said: "My first life was good. My second life is also going to be good. It's going to be different but it's gonna be good.
"It is a serious illness and if it's not serious for you, it might be serious for the old person who lives next door. Or your mum. Or your grandma."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Vietnamese migrants: 'I will never be able to forget him'

In October 2019 , 39 Vietnamese migrants died of suffocation in an airtight trailer , as a people-smuggling gang attempted @ @ @ @ @ UK .
The BBC spoke to two families in Vietnam whose sons died on the @ @

In October 2019, 39 Vietnamese migrants died of suffocation in an airtight trailer, as a people-smuggling gang attempted to traffic them into the UK.
The BBC spoke to two families in Vietnam whose sons died on the journey.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--PM Boris Johnson: 'Supermarket supply chain strong and robust'

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said delays at Dover only affect `` human-handled freight '' - about 20 % of the @ @ @ @ @ .
Speaking at a press conference he reassured the public on food supplies saying : @ @ @ @ @ chains are strong and robust '' .
He added that he understands the concerns of @ @ @ @ @ the new variant .

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said delays at Dover only affect "human-handled freight" - about 20% of the total going to continental Europe.
Speaking at a press conference he reassured the public on food supplies saying: "British supermarkets say supply chains are strong and robust".
He added that he understands the concerns of 'our international friends' over the new variant.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Charity single maker LadBaby aims for the Christmas number one for the third year running

LadBaby is aiming for his third Christmas number one with a take on Journey 's Do n't Stop Believen ' @ @ @ @ @ Hoyle and wife LadBabyMum Roxanne have added some sausage roll references to the classic track @ @ @ @ @ to the Covid pandemic .
As in 2018 and 2019 , proceeds from the single @ @ @ @ @ charity The Trussell Trust .

LadBaby is aiming for his third Christmas number one with a take on Journey's Don't Stop Believin'.
As usual LadBaby Mark Hoyle and wife LadBabyMum Roxanne have added some sausage roll references to the classic track, but also some references to the Covid pandemic.
As in 2018 and 2019, proceeds from the single will go to food bank charity The Trussell Trust.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Families kept apart by Covid: 'I will miss giving you a cuddle'

New coronavirus restrictions announced on Saturday by Prime Minister Boris Johnson mean many families are no longer able to see @ @ @ @ @ Some had already taken the decision to stay apart to keep each other safe .
@ @ @ @ @ has been speaking to some of those affected and hearing how they 're planning for @ @ @ @ @ year .

New coronavirus restrictions announced on Saturday by Prime Minister Boris Johnson mean many families are no longer able to see each other over Christmas.
Some had already taken the decision to stay apart to keep each other safe.
BBC Breakfast's Jayne McCubbin has been speaking to some of those affected and hearing how they're planning for a very different Christmas this year.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 for all' and 'Royals break rule of six'

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Read about our approach @ @ @ @

According to The Telegraph, the government has tabled a proposal which would see the value of the EU's fishing catch in UK waters being cut by around a third, far closer to the 25% reduction Brussels had been pushing for. But EU diplomats tell the Guardian they still doubt this latest offer will be acceptable in full.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Sydney 'selfie hotspot' death Briton Madalyn Davis 'took drugs'

She had been to a house party the evening before her death and gone with seven other people from there @ @ @ @ @ the sun rise .

He added: "There is no safe way to consume alcohol and drugs, her death was at a beauty spot which people seek to enjoy, it will doubtless not be the last.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid in Scotland: Fears of level one businesses heading for lockdown

Mr Begg said : `` The phones have been going mad with everybody wondering 'what do we do ? '
@ @ @ @ @ suppliers panicking about what they do with deliveries . ''

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bbcuk--2020-12-21--Remote learning possible for some schools

`` At this time and dependent upon the public health situation , I am proposing that remote learning would need @ @ @ @ @ post primaries for the non-exam year students with effect from 25 January , on a @ @ @ @ @ of half term , '' he said .

"At this time and dependent upon the public health situation, I am proposing that remote learning would need to be brought in for post primaries for the non-exam year students with effect from 25 January, on a temporary basis until the end of half term," he said.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: Low school attendance 'will lead to inequality'

`` The school environment is very different as well so we 've provided a lot of emotional support - far @ @ @ @ @ do - because the issues we 're facing are far more complex . ''

"Pupils, we know, come to schools not just for education, but to see their friends and socialise for a few hours a day. That's a very, very important aspect of education. This kind of insecurity will hit any pupil."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Carpet shops 'having 10 Christmases at once'

But in lockdown , following discussions for up to an hour away from a store , people were not `` @ @ @ @ @ three hours '' going through `` stuff again '' , he said .

But in lockdown, following discussions for up to an hour away from a store, people were not "willing to spend two or three hours" going through "stuff again", he said.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid-19: 1,500 lorries stuck in Kent as UK and France aim to restart freight

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The port of Harwich in Essex - which is about 130 miles from Dover by road - is also seeing a build up of lorries as drivers divert from Dover, a spokesman for the port said. The port of Felixstowe in Suffolk is also busy but there are no queues.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--UK borrowing hits highest November level on record

However , Mr Sunak made clear on Tuesday that he would not be taking any hasty action .
`` When @ @ @ @ @ 's right that we take the necessary steps to put the public finances on a @ @ @ @ @ are able to respond to future crises in the way we have done this year @ @ @ @ @

However, Mr Sunak made clear on Tuesday that he would not be taking any hasty action. "When our economy recovers, it's right that we take the necessary steps to put the public finances on a more sustainable footing so we are able to respond to future crises in the way we have done this year," he said.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Coronavirus: Impact of new variant on children investigated

Early analysis of how and where it is spreading have also given `` hints that it has a higher propensity @ @ @ @ @ according to Prof Neil Ferguson from the MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis , @ @ @ @ @ .

Early analysis of how and where it is spreading have also given "hints that it has a higher propensity to infect children", according to Prof Neil Ferguson from the MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis, who also sits on Nervtag.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Puberty blockers: Parents' warning as ruling appealed

Theo , a 14-year-old trans boy who suffers from extreme gender dysphoria , came out as trans when he was @ @ @ @ @ waiting to see a gender specialist , and last year he tried to take his @ @ @

Clarification and update 23 December: We have made some changes to this article which include amending its opening line to make clear that the NHS gender identity service has not appealed against the High Court ruling but is seeking leave to do so. We have also added a paragraph which provides further background information on GenderGP and included links to the BBC Action Line.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Margaret Tebbit: Ex-minister's wife who survived IRA bomb dies aged 86

Lord Tebbit previously said there was `` no possibility of any forgiveness '' for the people behind the bombing .
@ @ @ @ @ can hope that there 's a particularly hot corner of hell reserved for them and @ @ @ @ @ own time there . ''

Lord Tebbit, 89, previously said there was "no possibility of any forgiveness" for the people behind the bombing. He added: "One can hope that there's a particularly hot corner of hell reserved for them and they can repent in their own time there."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Tashaun Aird: Family of murdered boy critical of school exclusion

The 15-year-old , who wanted to be a professional musician and producer , was stabbed nine times during a planned @ @ @ @ @ alleyway .
The stabbing came three months after an earlier one , which left Tashaun @ @ @ @ @

The 15-year-old, who wanted to be a professional musician and producer, was stabbed nine times during a planned attack and died in an alleyway. The stabbing came three months after an earlier one, which left Tashaun in hospital for weeks.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Post Office scandal: 'Light at end of tunnel'

`` When I was 19 this happened to me .
I have lived with it for so many years , @ @ @ @ @ feel a light at the end of the tunnel , for me it is massive @ @

"When I was 19 this happened to me. I have lived with it for so many years, and now I can actually feel a light at the end of the tunnel, for me it is massive."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--NS&I: Answers demanded by MPs for customers' anxiety and complaints

`` We 're taking a lot of calls , and our website has also had many more visitors than normal @ @ @ @ @ 're doing all we can to make our teams bigger , while still following government @ @ @ @ @ safe . ''

"We're taking a lot of calls, and our website has also had many more visitors than normal. Right now, we're doing all we can to make our teams bigger, while still following government guidelines so that everyone is safe."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Drinkers in York fined for crossing over tier boundaries

`` If you choose to visit the city of York from tier three areas without a justifiable reason ... chances @ @ @ @ @ of our officers and you 'll be asked about the reason for your visit .
@

"If you choose to visit the city of York from tier three areas without a justifiable reason... chances are you will encounter one of our officers and you'll be asked about the reason for your visit."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Lockerbie bombing: Alleged bomb-maker charged on 32nd anniversary of attack

According to the FBI , the alleged bomb-maker Mr Masud is said to have admitted in his jailhouse confession that @ @ @ @ @ investigators say were wrapped around the bomb in the Samsonsite suitcase .

The documentary alleged that Mr Masud had also been linked to a bombing at a disco in West Berlin in 1986, which killed three people. It also reported that he was imprisoned in Libya over his role in the 2011 uprising that ousted Gaddafi.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Covid-19: Christmas 'in jeopardy' after ban on UK travellers

`` We do n't get enough time together as a family , so we wanted to make the most of @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We want our son to spend as much time as possible with his @ @ @

"We don't get enough time together as a family, so we wanted to make the most of it." he said. "We want our son to spend as much time as possible with his English grandparents.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: Can you still go home for Christmas? And other questions

If a student stayed at university past the student travel window , can they still travel home this week using previously booked train tickets ?
Are they allowed to use London stations on their journey between different tier two areas ?
The government says that people should not travel into or out of a tier four area in England unless it 's for unavoidable work , education , caring responsibilities or healthcare reasons .
However , students in England and Wales can still travel home despite the travel window ( which was 3-9 December ) now being closed .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ household ” – such as their family home – until 7 February and then return to university .
Despite the new restrictions , passengers are allowed to travel through a tier four area as part of their journey home .
Separately , the government has said it will provide cash refunds for domestic rail and coach tickets bought on or after 24 November for the previous Christmas travel window , which was planned to run between 23 and 27 December .
In Scotland , students can travel home if they have two negative @ @ @ @ @ @ @

How is the government going to protect vulnerable children who remain unvaccinated? My son has cystic fibrosis and will now be forced to mix - he has not had any access to vaccination.
Because your son is in a clinical risk group - and as long as he is over five - he should soon be offered two doses of the Pfizer vaccine. You should be contacted by your GP or specialist team to arrange this.
With regard to the dangers of mixing, the UK has also recommended that Covid vaccines are offered to all children aged 5 to 11, not just those at high clinical risk. This is likely to start in England in April. Children are generally at much lower risk of becoming seriously ill from a Covid infection, although some do still get sick and need hospital care. Over-12s can already be vaccinated, and it's hoped that extending the rollout to younger age groups will help protect even more children from the risk of catching and spreading Covid.
Schools are expected to work with and support families who have concerns about a pupil returning to the classroom. It is compulsory for school-age children to attend, even if they were previously shielding - the only exception is a small number of children whose clinician or GP has advised them not to attend. If you have concerns about this, you should talk to your doctor.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: PPE 'could be recycled' with help of sunlight

`` So you would have a simple , washing-machine kind of thing - put all your waste in , turn @ @ @ @ @ the sun to shine and then all the waste is gone but you also get @ @ @ @ @ value . ''

"So you would have a simple, washing-machine kind of thing - put all your waste in, turn it on, wait for the sun to shine and then all the waste is gone but you also get something out that has a value."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: What are the new tiers and lockdown rules in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?

What are the rules for Christmas ?
Elsewhere in England - and in Scotland and Wales - joining other households @ @ @ @ @ is now allowed on Christmas Day only .
In Northern Ireland one day between 23 @ @ @ @ @ .
What are the Covid rules in England ?
All areas of England have been @ @ @ @ @ tiers , depending on factors such as how fast Covid is spreading and pressure on @ @ @ @ @ new restrictions in tier four ?
`` Clinically extremely vulnerable '' people in tier four @ @ @ @ @ at home `` as much as possible '' .
The government says if they ca @ @ @ @ @ they should n't go to work .
What can you do in tier four ?
@ @ @ @ @ in Scotland ?
What are the rules in Wales ?

If you test positive for Covid you are no longer legally required to self-isolate, but you are advised to stay at home and avoid contact with others for at least five full days.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Truckers' tales: Life on the road amid ports chaos

New permits , a potential no-deal Brexit , the Christmas rush moving online : British lorry drivers and hauliers had plenty to deal with as the UK approaches 31 December , when its current trading arrangement with the EU comes to an end .
But on Sunday evening , France closed its borders to freight traffic from the UK for 48 hours as a precautionary measure against the spread of a new strain of coronavirus .
Although long-made plans to deal with traffic problems have kicked in and there 's been reassurance on fresh food supplies for Christmas , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were already dealing with delays .
'It 's put a lot of miles on the clock' '' So far , we 've always had travel ban exemptions for freight .
Once I saw the news , I phoned my boss and said I think we have a problem !
`` , he says .
`` It was totally unexpected . ''
Thanks to a quick change of plans , Cameron redirected towards Hull , where he is booked on a ferry to Rotterdam on Monday evening .
His high-value shipment of pharmaceutical goods @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , about one day late .
`` It 's put a lot of miles on the clock and there are a lot of extra costs involved .
It is an exceptional situation , but it 's put the prices up quite a bit for the customer . ''
Mr Caesar is also concerned about his return journey home for Christmas .
If France does insist that all drivers need to be tested before being allowed to cross the Channel , it 's likely some wo n't make it back for the festivities .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ has some home comforts in his cab : `` I 've got more than I have at home !
A microwave , a George Foreman grill , a Playstation ...
It 's good to have it kitted out and they do really look after us because of how long we can be away for . ''
'It 's getting out which is the issue' He said that the process went relatively smoothly : `` We were held up a little bit at the port because the authorities wanted to wait until there were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the return from Dover back to Dunkirk empty . ''
`` When I came up the road today - I saw Spanish , French , Dutch trucks all parked up .
The ones that are sat on the M20 , facing a two-day - or even four-day trip to Poland or Lithuania - most of them might not get back home in time , particularly if they celebrate on Christmas Eve .
Despite the queues he saw on his return , he believes that there is no reason for shoppers to panic-buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's just getting out of the UK that 's the issue .
We 're still importing things - and those people who are saying we 're going to run out of produce , it 's just not true . ''
'Drivers just want to get home' The operations director at DWP & Sons , a haulage firm based in Stoke-on-Trent , says that it currently has three drivers who were stuck in queues on the M20 for about 14 hours .
`` Guess what ?
If they want to go to the toilet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hole at the side of the road .
It 's 2020 , that 's so undignified .
If it was n't for the fact they have self-sufficient cabs - microwaves , coffee machines - they 'd have nothing . ''
Some drivers have been diverted so freight can be transported unaccompanied , such as containers or lorry trailers on their own .
These can still be transported from the UK to France .
Others got stuck on the other side of the Channel .
`` All of them want to get home and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's only a couple of times a year where truck drivers want to be home and Christmas is one of them , '' he says .

Truckers' tales: On the road amid border gridlock Published 22 December 2020
Image source, Getty Images
New permits, a potential no-deal Brexit, the Christmas rush moving online: British lorry drivers and hauliers had plenty to deal with as the UK approaches 31 December, when its current trading arrangement with the EU comes to an end.
But on Sunday evening, France closed its borders to freight traffic from the UK for 48 hours as a precautionary measure against the spread of a new strain of coronavirus.
Although long-made plans to deal with traffic problems have kicked in and there's been reassurance on fresh food supplies for Christmas, the move heaps additional strain on truckers who were already dealing with delays.
So what have journeys been like for those on the road?
'It's put a lot of miles on the clock'
Image source, Cameron Caesar
Cameron Caesar previously worked as an Emergency Care Assistant on ambulances, having only taken up a full-time job as a lorry driver for a small, family-run, firm five months ago.
He had been due to make his first international crossing from Dover on Sunday evening.
"So far, we've always had travel ban exemptions for freight. Once I saw the news, I phoned my boss and said I think we have a problem!", he says. "It was totally unexpected."
Thanks to a quick change of plans, Cameron redirected towards Hull, where he is booked on a ferry to Rotterdam on Monday evening. His high-value shipment of pharmaceutical goods should arrive in France on Tuesday afternoon, about one day late.
"It's put a lot of miles on the clock and there are a lot of extra costs involved. It is an exceptional situation, but it's put the prices up quite a bit for the customer."
Mr Caesar is also concerned about his return journey home for Christmas. If France does insist that all drivers need to be tested before being allowed to cross the Channel, it's likely some won't make it back for the festivities.
But, he says at least he has some home comforts in his cab: "I've got more than I have at home! A microwave, a George Foreman grill, a Playstation... It's good to have it kitted out and they do really look after us because of how long we can be away for."
'It's getting out which is the issue'
Paul from Peterborough loaded his lorry in Belgium on Sunday evening and got a ferry from Dunkirk to Dover.
He said that the process went relatively smoothly: "We were held up a little bit at the port because the authorities wanted to wait until there were enough trucks for a two-way sailing, with the return from Dover back to Dunkirk empty."
While he and his colleagues managed to avoid lengthy delays, Paul is reluctant to head back to mainland Europe before Christmas.
"When I came up the road today - I saw Spanish, French, Dutch trucks all parked up. The ones that are sat on the M20, facing a two-day - or even four-day trip to Poland or Lithuania - most of them might not get back home in time, particularly if they celebrate on Christmas Eve.
"It's those drivers you've got to feel for," he says.
Despite the queues he saw on his return, he believes that there is no reason for shoppers to panic-buy fresh food.
"Currently, it's just getting out of the UK that's the issue. We're still importing things - and those people who are saying we're going to run out of produce, it's just not true."
'Drivers just want to get home'
Image source, Phil Houlton Image caption, Phil Houlton is the operations director of a haulage firm in Stoke-on-Trent
"People focus on the goods, but in this country, we're doing nothing for those drivers," says Phil Houlton.
The operations director at DWP & Sons, a haulage firm based in Stoke-on-Trent, says that it currently has three drivers who were stuck in queues on the M20 for about 14 hours.
"Guess what? If they want to go to the toilet, they've got to dig a hole at the side of the road. It's 2020, that's so undignified. If it wasn't for the fact they have self-sufficient cabs - microwaves, coffee machines - they'd have nothing."
Some drivers have been diverted so freight can be transported unaccompanied, such as containers or lorry trailers on their own. These can still be transported from the UK to France. Others got stuck on the other side of the Channel.
While the firm has been preparing for a potential "no-deal" Brexit for months, Mr Houlton's primary concern is now ensuring the wellbeing of the drivers who are stuck.
"All of them want to get home and spend time with their families. It's only a couple of times a year where truck drivers want to be home and Christmas is one of them," he says.
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bbcuk--2020-12-22--The best albums and songs of 2020: Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa

Five albums into her career , Fiona Apple has had enough .
`` Kick me under the table all you @ @ @ @ @ shut up , '' she seethes on Under The Table .
Later , on Heavy @ @ @ @ @ `` I 've been sucking it in so long / That I 'm bursting at @ @ @ @

"You so numb you watch the cops choke out a man like me / Until my voice goes from a shriek to whisper 'I can't breathe'," rapped Killer Mike on Walking In The Snow. "And you sit there in house on couch and watch it on TV / The most you give is a Twitter rant and call it a tragedy."


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: The night London's theatres went dark

`` Social distancing is really hard backstage , we have to be close , '' Troy explains .
`` There @ @ @ @ @ show which is 16 seconds long and involves the two actresses doing a full costume @ @ @ @ @ , two dressers , a wig person and a stage manager all in a tiny @ @ @ @ @ social distance .

"Social distancing is really hard backstage, we have to be close," Troy explains. "There is one change in the show which is 16 seconds long and involves the two actresses doing a full costume change. You have them, two dressers, a wig person and a stage manager all in a tiny space so you can't social distance.


bbcuk--2020-12-21--Coronavirus, Brexit, Christmas: How a dramatic week in the UK unfolded

Unlike the first lockdown in the spring , there have been no signs of panic buying - lettuce might be @ @ @ @ @ the event of any shortages , but that is clearly not alarming the British public @

So here's where we are with that: the European Union and the UK are still negotiating over a trade deal that would set out the terms for their future relationship. These talks have been going on for a while and even extended on a few occasions, but now a hard deadline is looming.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 for all' and 'Royals break rule of six'

According to The Telegraph , the government has tabled a proposal which would see the value of the EU 's @ @ @ @ @ being cut by around a third , far closer to the 25 % reduction Brussels @ @ @ @ @ But EU diplomats tell the Guardian they still doubt this latest offer will be acceptable @ @ @

According to The Telegraph, the government has tabled a proposal which would see the value of the EU's fishing catch in UK waters being cut by around a third, far closer to the 25% reduction Brussels had been pushing for. But EU diplomats tell the Guardian they still doubt this latest offer will be acceptable in full.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid in Scotland: Fears of level 1 businesses heading for lockdown

Mr Begg said : `` The phones have been going mad with everybody wondering 'what do we do ? '
@ @ @ @ @ suppliers panicking about what they do with deliveries . ''

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bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: 4,200 deaths so far in pandemic in Wales

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Looking at the number of deaths we would normally expect to see at this point in the year is seen as a useful measure of how the pandemic is progressing.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Ilkley River Wharfe is first in England to become bathing site

Environment Minister Rebecca Pow said : `` Unfortunately , we all know the water quality wo n't change overnight .
@ @ @ @ @ we need farmers and businesses to commit to achieve the necessary improvements . ''

Environment Minister Rebecca Pow said: "Unfortunately, we all know the water quality won't change overnight. It will take time and we need farmers and businesses to commit to achieve the necessary improvements."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Scuffles as hauliers face 'a few days' at UK border

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bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Ministers discuss extension of tier 4 curbs to more areas

`` The tiered system was designed before we knew the full ferocity of the new variant , and so we @ @ @ @ @ it 's sufficiently robust to be able to withstand this and to stop cases just @ @ @ @ @ levels they are now in parts of the country . ''

He said: "The tiered system was designed before we knew the full ferocity of the new variant, and so we have to make sure it's sufficiently robust to be able to withstand this and to stop cases rising at the very worrying levels they are now in parts of the country."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Nicola Sturgeon broke Covid rules at funeral

`` The main thing is how honest and trustworthy our leaders are .
I do n't doubt anyone in Scotland @ @ @ @ @ but it really does matter , because everybody must follow the rules at all times @ @ @ @ @ can . ''

"She was leaving a funeral of a colleague of ours - a wonderful, wonderful individual who did a huge amount of work during the pandemic. It was an awfully sad day for many of us in the government who knew him and his family well.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Sikh charity sends food to stranded truckers

`` We are a community club and we want anyone in the community or who passes through to know we @ @ @ @ @ , '' club chairman James Lawson said .

"We gave pizzas to the lorry drivers as they were driving into Manston Airport. We have a pizza kitchen and we can't play football at the moment, so we had a lot of stock which was starting to go out of date, so it seemed a perfect opportunity to help out.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Brexit: Johnson and EU chief in 'close contact' over trade deal push

`` We want to make sure we have arrangement in place that ensure we continue to be an independent sovereign @ @ @ @ @ alive to the fact that this is an agreement that is likely to last for @ @ @ @ @

The UK has insisted on having control over fishing in its waters from 1 January and retaining a larger share of the catch from them than under the current quota system.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Coronavirus: Vaccinate more people with one dose, urges Tony Blair

But not everyone will reject the idea out of hand .
Some whose freedoms to leave their house or to @ @ @ @ @ been curtailed may think that giving away some of their data is a price worth @ @ @ @ @ normality .

"With current circumstances, I would strongly urge you to use as many first doses as you possibly can for risk groups and only after you have done all of that come back with second doses."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Nigella Lawson reveals why she will not be cooking turkey this Christmas

She added : `` One of the things I think we 've all realised is how we miss having people @ @ @ @ @ therefore all that worrying over 'is this perfect , should we do this or that @ @ @ @ @ is actually secondary to the feeling of eating with other people . ''

She added: "One of the things I think we've all realised is how we miss having people round our table, and therefore all that worrying over 'is this perfect, should we do this or that', you realise that is actually secondary to the feeling of eating with other people."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Kernowite: New mineral found on rock mined in Cornwall

Mr Rumsey , principal curator of minerals at the NHM in London , said : `` A lot of these @ @ @ @ @ ago when the mines were still active , so the discovery of a new mineral @ @ @ @ @ that is related to the region 's most famous mineral , is really quite amazing @

Mr Rumsey, principal curator of minerals at the NHM in London, said: "A lot of these discoveries happened over 100 years ago when the mines were still active, so the discovery of a new mineral from Cornwall, particularly one that is related to the region's most famous mineral, is really quite amazing.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Star Wars actor Dave Prowse's funeral held

`` Covid restrictions meant there was no wake but we hope to celebrate his life later next year if and @ @ @ @ @ ' has returned , '' she wrote on Facebook .

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bbcuk--2020-12-23--Helen's Law: Killers could still be freed despite new law

Failure to co-operate and reveal such information is `` frowned upon '' by the board and could see a prisoner @ @ @ @ @ in the first instance , Mr Jones said .

She said it was "upsetting to hear the law may not have helped our case" and that it was "a very cruel time to put something like that in the papers", causing her "great distress."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--'Unforgettable' Christmas for Shrewsbury hotel rough sleepers

Shropshire Council said the hotel was one of a number in the county which has opened its doors to the @ @ @ @ @ with funding for temporary housing provided through Housing Benefit , the council 's budget and @ @ @ @ @ the government .

Shropshire Council said the hotel was one of a number in the county which has opened its doors to the homeless during the pandemic, with funding for temporary housing provided through Housing Benefit, the council's budget and from Covid-19 funding provided by the government.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid-19: Kindness spreads Christmas cheer across the UK

`` We 've had my brother and my sister-in-law having to do the shopping for us and neighbours on the @ @ @ @ @ '' Keith said .
`` It 's been a year when we 've been reliant @ @ @ @ @ people have helped .
This sort of sums up the year . ''

"We've had my brother and my sister-in-law having to do the shopping for us and neighbours on the street looking after us," Keith said. "It's been a year when we've been reliant on other people and other people have helped. This sort of sums up the year."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--How dependent is the UK on the EU for food?

Food is loaded on the truck at a farm in Spain , for example , and is driven to Calais @ @ @ @ @ on '' a ferry or the Eurotunnel and `` rolls off '' when it gets @ @ @ @ @ before heading to its final destination .
These trucks are then loaded up with UK @ @ @ @ @ back across the Channel to EU customers .

Food is loaded on the truck at a farm in Spain, for example, and is driven to Calais where it directly "rolls on" a ferry or the Eurotunnel and "rolls off" when it gets to Dover in the UK before heading to its final destination. These trucks are then loaded up with UK goods which are then sent back across the Channel to EU customers.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--'Covid my excuse for not seeing relatives at Christmas'

`` It feels like an opportunity to think about the spirit of Christmas .
We should think about what a @ @ @ @ @ for many and so we should do whatever we can this festive season to try @ @ @ @ @ bit happier and easier , '' says Dr Singh .

"Some are using the pandemic as an excuse - and some of them are using it as an excuse so much that they can't really tell the difference between their story about why they're not going home and why they're really not going home.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid: Shielders in Wales advised to stay home again

`` However if they choose to do so they should follow the advice provided on our website which includes keeping @ @ @ @ @ , meeting for short periods in well ventilated areas , maintaining strict hand and surface @ @ @ @ @ away from others . ''

"I have had people in Rhondda Cynon Taf tell me they were put in a terrible position of having to choose between risking their lives in work or staying at home and facing poverty because they had no right to stay at home," she said.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Will schools be closed next term by variant of virus?

If the new variant spreads more easily among young people , should they be kept out of its path ?
@ @ @ @ @ the start of school next term ?

The January return to school was also going to mark the start of mass Covid testing for secondary schools - a key part of the plan to end the cycle of schools having to send home so many pupils every time they had a Covid case.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Christmas dinner: A beginner's guide to the perfect feast

You 're going to want the meat to be at 72C or above to make sure it 's cooked .
@ @ @ @ @ a meat thermometer knocking around in the kitchen , stick a skewer or a fork @ @ @ @ @ the thigh .
If the juices are clear , you 're safe to serve .

You're going to want the meat to be at 72C or above to make sure it's cooked. If you don't have a meat thermometer knocking around in the kitchen, stick a skewer or a fork into the thickest part of the thigh. If the juices are clear, you're safe to serve.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: 'Living with 50 people has been a blessing'

`` If something is needed from the shop or the pharmacy in the village then the request goes out on @ @ @ @ @ the community will take up the action , '' David noted in his blog about @ @ @ @ @ lockdown .

"If something is needed from the shop or the pharmacy in the village then the request goes out on social media and someone in the community will take up the action," David noted in his blog about life there during the first lockdown.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--‘I was desperate for a cancer manual – but there isn’t one’

With Ellen , though , it 's far harder , no impossible , to describe the constituent aromas .
But @ @ @ @ @ is , and how I can not imagine not having it there any more .
@ @ @ @ @ those five nights , I went to sleep holding the pillow that she rests her @ @ @ @ @ in .

With Ellen, though, it's far harder, no impossible, to describe the constituent aromas. But I know how good it is, and how I cannot imagine not having it there any more. When she was in hospital those five nights, I went to sleep holding the pillow that she rests her head on, breathing her in.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--The Glasgow artist inspired by what she finds in the fridge

Limited by how far she could travel for a picture , her border collie Ollie became the subject for many @ @ @ @ @ felt sorry for him having to pose for a shot day after day .

Limited by how far she could travel for a picture, her border collie Ollie became the subject for many of her images until she felt sorry for him having to pose for a shot day after day.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--'I had zero plans beyond my parents' kitchen'

`` It did cause us huge concern that we were going to be losing customers as fast as we were @ @ @ @ @ to shut down so frequently .
This was something we could only sustain for the @ @ @ @

"If a young entrepreneur thinks they have a good idea and they think it's going to go somewhere, you need to have a plan of how you're going to manage that growth. How are you going to expand? What is your next step going to be?


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Truckers' tales: On the road amid border gridlock

New permits , a potential no-deal Brexit , the Christmas rush moving online : British lorry drivers and hauliers had plenty to deal with as the UK approaches 31 December , when its current trading arrangement with the EU comes to an end .
But on Sunday evening , France closed its borders to freight traffic from the UK for 48 hours as a precautionary measure against the spread of a new strain of coronavirus .
Although long-made plans to deal with traffic problems have kicked in and there 's been reassurance on fresh food supplies for Christmas , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were already dealing with delays .
'It 's put a lot of miles on the clock' '' So far , we 've always had travel ban exemptions for freight .
Once I saw the news , I phoned my boss and said I think we have a problem !
`` , he says .
`` It was totally unexpected . ''
Thanks to a quick change of plans , Cameron redirected towards Hull , where he is booked on a ferry to Rotterdam on Monday evening .
His high-value shipment of pharmaceutical goods @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , about one day late .
`` It 's put a lot of miles on the clock and there are a lot of extra costs involved .
It is an exceptional situation , but it 's put the prices up quite a bit for the customer . ''
Mr Caesar is also concerned about his return journey home for Christmas .
If France does insist that all drivers need to be tested before being allowed to cross the Channel , it 's likely some wo n't make it back for the festivities .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ has some home comforts in his cab : `` I 've got more than I have at home !
A microwave , a George Foreman grill , a Playstation ...
It 's good to have it kitted out and they do really look after us because of how long we can be away for . ''
'It 's getting out which is the issue' He said that the process went relatively smoothly : `` We were held up a little bit at the port because the authorities wanted to wait until there were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the return from Dover back to Dunkirk empty . ''
`` When I came up the road today - I saw Spanish , French , Dutch trucks all parked up .
The ones that are sat on the M20 , facing a two-day - or even four-day trip to Poland or Lithuania - most of them might not get back home in time , particularly if they celebrate on Christmas Eve .
Despite the queues he saw on his return , he believes that there is no reason for shoppers to panic-buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's just getting out of the UK that 's the issue .
We 're still importing things - and those people who are saying we 're going to run out of produce , it 's just not true . ''
'Drivers just want to get home' The operations director at DWP & Sons , a haulage firm based in Stoke-on-Trent , says that it currently has three drivers who were stuck in queues on the M20 for about 14 hours .
`` Guess what ?
If they want to go to the toilet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hole at the side of the road .
It 's 2020 , that 's so undignified .
If it was n't for the fact they have self-sufficient cabs - microwaves , coffee machines - they 'd have nothing . ''
Some drivers have been diverted so freight can be transported unaccompanied , such as containers or lorry trailers on their own .
These can still be transported from the UK to France .
Others got stuck on the other side of the Channel .
`` All of them want to get home and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's only a couple of times a year where truck drivers want to be home and Christmas is one of them , '' he says .

Truckers' tales: On the road amid border gridlock Published 22 December 2020
Image source, Getty Images
New permits, a potential no-deal Brexit, the Christmas rush moving online: British lorry drivers and hauliers had plenty to deal with as the UK approaches 31 December, when its current trading arrangement with the EU comes to an end.
But on Sunday evening, France closed its borders to freight traffic from the UK for 48 hours as a precautionary measure against the spread of a new strain of coronavirus.
Although long-made plans to deal with traffic problems have kicked in and there's been reassurance on fresh food supplies for Christmas, the move heaps additional strain on truckers who were already dealing with delays.
So what have journeys been like for those on the road?
'It's put a lot of miles on the clock'
Image source, Cameron Caesar
Cameron Caesar previously worked as an Emergency Care Assistant on ambulances, having only taken up a full-time job as a lorry driver for a small, family-run, firm five months ago.
He had been due to make his first international crossing from Dover on Sunday evening.
"So far, we've always had travel ban exemptions for freight. Once I saw the news, I phoned my boss and said I think we have a problem!", he says. "It was totally unexpected."
Thanks to a quick change of plans, Cameron redirected towards Hull, where he is booked on a ferry to Rotterdam on Monday evening. His high-value shipment of pharmaceutical goods should arrive in France on Tuesday afternoon, about one day late.
"It's put a lot of miles on the clock and there are a lot of extra costs involved. It is an exceptional situation, but it's put the prices up quite a bit for the customer."
Mr Caesar is also concerned about his return journey home for Christmas. If France does insist that all drivers need to be tested before being allowed to cross the Channel, it's likely some won't make it back for the festivities.
But, he says at least he has some home comforts in his cab: "I've got more than I have at home! A microwave, a George Foreman grill, a Playstation... It's good to have it kitted out and they do really look after us because of how long we can be away for."
'It's getting out which is the issue'
Paul from Peterborough loaded his lorry in Belgium on Sunday evening and got a ferry from Dunkirk to Dover.
He said that the process went relatively smoothly: "We were held up a little bit at the port because the authorities wanted to wait until there were enough trucks for a two-way sailing, with the return from Dover back to Dunkirk empty."
While he and his colleagues managed to avoid lengthy delays, Paul is reluctant to head back to mainland Europe before Christmas.
"When I came up the road today - I saw Spanish, French, Dutch trucks all parked up. The ones that are sat on the M20, facing a two-day - or even four-day trip to Poland or Lithuania - most of them might not get back home in time, particularly if they celebrate on Christmas Eve.
"It's those drivers you've got to feel for," he says.
Despite the queues he saw on his return, he believes that there is no reason for shoppers to panic-buy fresh food.
"Currently, it's just getting out of the UK that's the issue. We're still importing things - and those people who are saying we're going to run out of produce, it's just not true."
'Drivers just want to get home'
Image source, Phil Houlton Image caption, Phil Houlton is the operations director of a haulage firm in Stoke-on-Trent
"People focus on the goods, but in this country, we're doing nothing for those drivers," says Phil Houlton.
The operations director at DWP & Sons, a haulage firm based in Stoke-on-Trent, says that it currently has three drivers who were stuck in queues on the M20 for about 14 hours.
"Guess what? If they want to go to the toilet, they've got to dig a hole at the side of the road. It's 2020, that's so undignified. If it wasn't for the fact they have self-sufficient cabs - microwaves, coffee machines - they'd have nothing."
Some drivers have been diverted so freight can be transported unaccompanied, such as containers or lorry trailers on their own. These can still be transported from the UK to France. Others got stuck on the other side of the Channel.
While the firm has been preparing for a potential "no-deal" Brexit for months, Mr Houlton's primary concern is now ensuring the wellbeing of the drivers who are stuck.
"All of them want to get home and spend time with their families. It's only a couple of times a year where truck drivers want to be home and Christmas is one of them," he says.
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bbcuk--2020-12-23--Grateful families in singing tribute to care home staff

Staff at a Somerset care home moved in for 84 days earlier this year to keep residents safe during the @ @ @ @ @ was separated from his wife and their four-year-old daughter , while another slept in a @ @ @ @ @ could look after residents safely .
In a unique show of thanks , families of @ @ @ @ @ Court House in Cheddar took part in an online tribute .
The BBC used Covid-secure @ @ @ @ @ the reactions of staff and residents .

Staff at a Somerset care home moved in for 84 days earlier this year to keep residents safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
One worker was separated from his wife and their four-year-old daughter, while another slept in a stock room to ensure they could look after residents safely.
In a unique show of thanks, families of those they cared for at Court House in Cheddar took part in an online tribute.
The BBC used Covid-secure remote control cameras to film the reactions of staff and residents.
The story was broadcast on BBC Breakfast an prompted an emotional response from presenter Louise Minchin.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid: New dads share fatherhood experiences

Men who became fathers during the pandemic lockdown have been talking about how coronavirus left them unable to go maternity @ @ @ @ @ their partner 's labour .
The three fathers met through online group Music Football Fatherhood @ @ @ @ @ dads throughout the pandemic on parenting dilemmas .
At the start of lockdown hospitals put @ @ @ @ @ allowed in hospitals , but the NHS has now revised the rules .
`` Pregnant @ @ @ @ @ a partner , relative , friend or other person through pregnancy and childbirth as it @ @ @ @ @ it now says .
`` It is therefore our aim , further to a risk @ @ @ @ @ should have access to support from a person of her choosing at all stages of @ @ @ @ @ all trusts should facilitate this as quickly as possible . ''

Men who became fathers during the pandemic lockdown have been talking about how coronavirus left them unable to go maternity appointments and be present during their partner's labour.
The three fathers met through online group Music Football Fatherhood, which has been supporting dads throughout the pandemic on parenting dilemmas.
At the start of lockdown hospitals put restrictions in place on people allowed in hospitals, but the NHS has now revised the rules.
"Pregnant women value the support from a partner, relative, friend or other person through pregnancy and childbirth as it facilitates emotional wellbeing," it now says.
"It is therefore our aim, further to a risk assessment, that a woman should have access to support from a person of her choosing at all stages of her maternity journey and that all trusts should facilitate this as quickly as possible."
Video Journalist: Simone Stewart


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Covid-19: Can face masks make communal singing safe enough?

Communal signing is n't allowed in the UK under coronavirus guidelines but researchers are hoping to find the evidence needed @ @ @ @ @ University College London has been analysing how wearing a face mask could make communal singing @ @ @

Communal signing isn't allowed in the UK under coronavirus guidelines but researchers are hoping to find the evidence needed to bring it back.
University College London has been analysing how wearing a face mask could make communal singing safe enough.


bbcuk--2020-12-22--Coronavirus: Footage shows moment police find 60-strong party

Police have released bodycam footage of the moment a party of more than 60 people was discovered in Leicester .
@ @ @ @ @ for holding the gathering at a private residence in King Street on 12 December , @ @ @ @ @ force said 37 fines , totalling £23,500 , have been issued to people for breaking @ @ @ @ @ two weeks .
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@ @ @ @ @ eastmidsnews @ bbc.co.uk .

Police have released bodycam footage of the moment a party of more than 60 people was discovered in Leicester.
Two £10,000 fines were issued for holding the gathering at a private residence in King Street on 12 December, Leicestershire Police said.
The force said 37 fines, totalling £23,500, have been issued to people for breaking coronavirus rules in the past two weeks.
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bbcuk--2020-12-23--Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 to be widened' and 'kick in the baubles'

The paper quotes the chair of the British Medical Association 's GP committee , Dr Richard Vautrey , as saying @ @ @ @ @ n't got it yet are frustrated because they want to be getting on and vaccinating @ @ @ @ @ Department of Health tells the paper it has sufficient doses to maintain the vaccination programme @ @ @ @ @ closely with Pfizer to ensure supplies keep arriving in the UK .

The paper quotes the chair of the British Medical Association's GP committee, Dr Richard Vautrey, as saying: "GPs who haven't got it yet are frustrated because they want to be getting on and vaccinating their patients." The Department of Health tells the paper it has sufficient doses to maintain the vaccination programme, and it's working closely with Pfizer to ensure supplies keep arriving in the UK.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: NI homecomers 'must self-isolate on arrival'

The massive drop in compliance from the public is a big concern for the executive with the prospect of more @ @ @ @ @ period now laced with the added danger that the new variant of the virus is @ @ @ @ @ here .

He told BBC Newsline: "The regulations published tonight will see that go into regulation, the executive agreed to that yesterday and it is being worked through by the departmental solicitors' office to ensure it is legally enforceable.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid vaccine: Ex-MP Ann Clwyd says older people 'very afraid' about wait

We currently expect to begin contacting people aged 80 and over , to invite them for vaccination , from early @ @ @ @ @ Please wait to be invited for COVID-19 vaccination .
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"Given reports in the past few days about the different approaches being taking to deliver the vaccine in different parts of the UK, and the potential confusion this could cause, it would be helpful for the Welsh Government to provide further information to older people about its plans, clearly setting out what the arrangements will be and when they can expect to be vaccinated," the commissioner said.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19 guidance for blind people 'breaches equality laws'

`` It is like being treated like a child .
I want to be able to do this myself , @ @ @ @ @ after myself as much as possible .

"It is like being treated like a child. I want to be able to do this myself, to be able to look after myself as much as possible.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Six million more people to enter tier 4 on Boxing Day

If you are reading this page and ca n't see the form you will need to visit the mobile version @ @ @ @ @ submit your question or comment or you can email us at HaveYourSay @ bbc.co.uk .
@ @ @ @ @ age and location with any submission .

"But we mustn't give up now, we know that we can control this virus, we know we can get through this together, we're going to get through it by suppressing the virus until a vaccine can make us safe."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--UK has two cases of variant linked to South Africa

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bbcuk--2020-12-24--Brexit: EU-UK trade deal expected, as cabinet briefed

The UK has insisted on having control over fishing in its waters from 1 January and retaining a larger share @ @ @ @ @ than under the current quota system .

The UK has insisted on having control over fishing in its waters from 1 January and retaining a larger share of the catch from them than under the current quota system.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Lorry drivers stuck at UK border for another night

He said 6,000 lorries were in the area and the government had called in the Army to assist with getting @ @ @ @ @ negative on their way - but added it was `` not something that could be @ @ @ @ @ people should stay away from Kent and the ports .

He said 6,000 lorries were in the area and the government had called in the Army to assist with getting the hauliers who had tested negative on their way - but added it was "not something that could be done instantaneously" and said people should stay away from Kent and the ports.


bbcuk--2020-12-24--EU to allow post-Brexit UK farm produce exports

The Defra letter says : `` Unfortunately the EU have confirmed they will not accept our case for a permanent @ @ @ @ @ seed potatoes… on the grounds that there is no agreement for GB to be dynamically @ @ @ @ @ .

And whereas the export of Ware potatoes for eating is still permitted, there will be a ban on exporting seed potatoes - that is, potatoes which are not meant to be consumed, but are planted in order to grow more potatoes.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Stella Tennant: Model dies days after 50th birthday

`` It 's going to take us a long time to change our habits , but I think that this @ @ @ @ @ in the right direction , '' she told The Guardian last year .


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Queen's art experts leave as Covid hits royal finances

Writing in the Trust 's latest annual report , the Prince of Wales , its chairman , said : `` @ @ @ @ @ far the greatest challenge in the charity 's history and have had to take many @ @ @ @ @ adjust to the new economic realities . ''

Writing in the Trust's latest annual report, the Prince of Wales, its chairman, said: "We are now facing by far the greatest challenge in the charity's history and have had to take many hard decisions in order to adjust to the new economic realities."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid: Johnson and Starmer thank "very best" at Christmas

`` I know it has n't been easy .
I know for many of our key workers they will have @ @ @ @ @ one more time , this Christmas , as will our armed forces , who have @ @ @ @ @ overseas , '' he said .

"I know it hasn't been easy. I know for many of our key workers they will have to step up again, one more time, this Christmas, as will our armed forces, who have deployed here and across the overseas," he said.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Deepfake queen to deliver Channel 4 Christmas message

The five-minute message will refer to a number of controversial topics , including the decision by the Duke and Duchess @ @ @ @ @ UK .
It will also allude to the Duke of York 's decision to step @ @ @ @ @ this year after an interview he gave to the BBC about his relationship with sex @ @ @ @

The five-minute message will refer to a number of controversial topics, including the decision by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to leave the UK. It will also allude to the Duke of York's decision to step down from royal duties earlier this year after an interview he gave to the BBC about his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Man Utd into EFL Cup semi-finals

Man Utd into EFL Cup semi-finals

Last updated on .From the section League Cup Captain Harry Maguire said Manchester United `` have to start lifting trophies '' after they set up a Carabao Cup semi-final against rivals Manchester City with a late win at Everton .
Cavani 's stunning curling effort from 20 yards opened the scoring in front of 2,000 fans , just as the game looked set to head to penalties .
With Everton chasing the game , substitute Martial added a second in stoppage time to send Ole Gunnar Solskjaer one step closer to earning his first trophy as United boss .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' said Maguire .
`` It 's important to reach these big games but we have to start winning them and lift some trophies for this club .
`` It was an excellent performance and we should have been out of sight , we had three or four great chances .
We need to be more clinical . ''
Everton were lacklustre in the second half , after Richarlison went off injured , having promised much in the first period , with Gylfi Sigurdsson 's free-kick testing Dean Henderson .
Defeat for Carlo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three successive wins which has lifted them to fourth in the Premier League table .
United continued their upsurge over the last month with a victory which means they have now won all nine of their domestic away games this season - a run which has seen them go third in the Premier League table with a game in hand on their rivals .
Despite making nine changes to the team which beat Leeds on Sunday after going 2-0 up inside three minutes , Solskjaer 's side began with a similar intensity but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Everton team whose defence has improved in recent games .
In keeping with their 3-1 win at Goodison last month , Bruno Fernandes was at the heart of their endeavour and in Cavani , they had a striker with a keen eye for goal despite missing the last few games through injury .
It was an eventful night for the former Paris St-Germain forward , who joined United in October .
Having tested Everton keeper Robin Olsen early on , he was then involved in an off-the-ball incident with Yerry Mina where he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Without the use of VAR until the semi-finals , neither player was punished .
There were also chances for Mason Greenwood and Paul Pogba but once Everton found their feet midway through the first half , United found it hard to break down their opponents .
With the game petering out in the second half , Solskjaer sent on Marcus Rashford and Martial in search of a goal , but neither appeared to provide a spark .
That was until Martial found space on the counter attack to feed Cavani , who cut @ @ @ @ @ @ @ corner with a rasping strike for his fourth of the season .
With Everton committing players forward to take the game to spot-kicks , they allowed United to break twice more with Fernandes hitting the post on one surge before Martial finished a slick move for his fourth of the season too .
Having slipped up in three cup semi-finals last season , Solskjaer said he was `` desperate '' for silverware this campaign , and his side are showing signs they could win a first trophy for the club since their 2017 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help Everton as trophy search continues Everton 's improvement in their last three games has been buoyed by being one of a handful of teams who can now allow fans into their stadium .
But on a cold and wet night at Goodison Park , where the supporters did their best to raise the team , Ancelotti 's side could not find a rhythm to overly trouble United , who looked like they had the extra guile to win the tie .
Much of Everton 's recent success has come by holding firm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attack , and there were moments when Henderson was called into action to deny Sigurdsson and Calvert-Lewin .
But much of their endeavour came from set-pieces , and when they lost Richarlison to what looked like a head injury following a collision with Eric Bailly , they struggled to get in behind the United defence .
Before the break , it was the much improved Sigurdsson who provided the hosts ' biggest threat , with his corner teeing up Calvert-Lewin and a weaving run leading to blocked shot before his fizzing free-kick was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the fans in the Gwladys Street End urged an equaliser as Godfrey 's shot was stopped , but Ancelotti 's side missed out on a first semi-final since 2016 as their search for a first trophy since their 1995 FA Cup win continues .
'We have no regrets ' - what they said Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti said : `` We are disappointed because it was an important competition for us .
We have no regrets because the team performed .
`` We had a difficult start but after 20 minutes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the second half we did n't give an opportunity against a team which is really strong .
We performed defensively , we were good until the end , we were close to the penalties but anyway no regrets , absolutely . ''
Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said : `` We had three semi-finals last year and it is a step not far enough .
`` It was an excellent performance from the beginning .
I thought we should have been one or two goals up at least .
`` The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pressure and created loads of chances but you always know it will be difficult against Everton and they pegged us back in the last 15 minutes of the first half .
`` We defended well and in the second half it was tight but we had a little bit of an upper hand . ''
Everton return to the Premier League with a trip to bottom of the table Sheffield United on 26 December , before hosting Manchester City two days later .
Manchester United are away at Leicester on Boxing Day , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 29 December .
• None Manchester United have reached the League Cup semi-finals for the 16th time , second only to Liverpool ( 17 ) in the competition 's history .
• None Everton failed to register a shot on target in the second half , with Gylfi Sigurdsson having 57 % of their total attempts tonight ( 4/7 ) .
• None This was United 's third clean sheet in 12 away games in all competitions this season , with all of these shutouts coming in the League Cup .
• None @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last 25 away games in all competitions , since a 0-2 defeat at Liverpool in January .
• None United are the first team to win away at Everton twice in the same season since Chelsea in the 2007-08 campaign .
• None This was United 's 14th consecutive away win in domestic competition , with the Red Devils last failing to win on the road in non-European competition against Spurs back in June ( 1-1 ) .
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• None Cavani 's late winner for came from his fourth shot on target in the match , which was one more than Everton managed .
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Last updated on .From the section League Cup
Edinson Cavani scored his fourth goal of the season and his second against Everton
Captain Harry Maguire said Manchester United "have to start lifting trophies" after they set up a Carabao Cup semi-final against rivals Manchester City with a late win at Everton.
United's last domestic silverware was the League Cup in 2017 and they are within one game of another final after Edinson Cavani and Anthony Martial broke Everton's resistance at Goodison Park.
Cavani's stunning curling effort from 20 yards opened the scoring in front of 2,000 fans, just as the game looked set to head to penalties.
With Everton chasing the game, substitute Martial added a second in stoppage time to send Ole Gunnar Solskjaer one step closer to earning his first trophy as United boss.
"We are expected to win trophies," said Maguire. "It's important to reach these big games but we have to start winning them and lift some trophies for this club.
"It was an excellent performance and we should have been out of sight, we had three or four great chances. We need to be more clinical."
Everton were lacklustre in the second half, after Richarlison went off injured, having promised much in the first period, with Gylfi Sigurdsson's free-kick testing Dean Henderson.
Defeat for Carlo Ancelotti's team ends a run of three successive wins which has lifted them to fourth in the Premier League table.
Cavani shows class as away run continues
United continued their upsurge over the last month with a victory which means they have now won all nine of their domestic away games this season - a run which has seen them go third in the Premier League table with a game in hand on their rivals.
Despite making nine changes to the team which beat Leeds on Sunday after going 2-0 up inside three minutes, Solskjaer's side began with a similar intensity but could not find a breakthrough against an Everton team whose defence has improved in recent games.
In keeping with their 3-1 win at Goodison last month, Bruno Fernandes was at the heart of their endeavour and in Cavani, they had a striker with a keen eye for goal despite missing the last few games through injury.
It was an eventful night for the former Paris St-Germain forward, who joined United in October.
Having tested Everton keeper Robin Olsen early on, he was then involved in an off-the-ball incident with Yerry Mina where he appeared to grab the Everton defender. Without the use of VAR until the semi-finals, neither player was punished.
There were also chances for Mason Greenwood and Paul Pogba but once Everton found their feet midway through the first half, United found it hard to break down their opponents.
With the game petering out in the second half, Solskjaer sent on Marcus Rashford and Martial in search of a goal, but neither appeared to provide a spark.
That was until Martial found space on the counter attack to feed Cavani, who cut inside Ben Godfrey and found the bottom corner with a rasping strike for his fourth of the season.
With Everton committing players forward to take the game to spot-kicks, they allowed United to break twice more with Fernandes hitting the post on one surge before Martial finished a slick move for his fourth of the season too.
Having slipped up in three cup semi-finals last season, Solskjaer said he was "desperate" for silverware this campaign, and his side are showing signs they could win a first trophy for the club since their 2017 Europa League triumph.
Fans can't help Everton as trophy search continues
Everton's improvement in their last three games has been buoyed by being one of a handful of teams who can now allow fans into their stadium.
But on a cold and wet night at Goodison Park, where the supporters did their best to raise the team, Ancelotti's side could not find a rhythm to overly trouble United, who looked like they had the extra guile to win the tie.
Much of Everton's recent success has come by holding firm in defence and breaking on the counter attack, and there were moments when Henderson was called into action to deny Sigurdsson and Calvert-Lewin.
But much of their endeavour came from set-pieces, and when they lost Richarlison to what looked like a head injury following a collision with Eric Bailly, they struggled to get in behind the United defence.
Before the break, it was the much improved Sigurdsson who provided the hosts' biggest threat, with his corner teeing up Calvert-Lewin and a weaving run leading to a blocked shot before his fizzing free-kick was saved.
After Cavani's late finish, the fans in the Gwladys Street End urged an equaliser as Godfrey's shot was stopped, but Ancelotti's side missed out on a first semi-final since 2016 as their search for a first trophy since their 1995 FA Cup win continues.
'We have no regrets' - what they said
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti said: "We are disappointed because it was an important competition for us. We have no regrets because the team performed.
"We had a difficult start but after 20 minutes, defensively we were in control.
"In the second half we didn't give an opportunity against a team which is really strong. We performed defensively, we were good until the end, we were close to the penalties but anyway no regrets, absolutely."
Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said: "We had three semi-finals last year and it is a step not far enough.
"It was an excellent performance from the beginning. I thought we should have been one or two goals up at least.
"The first 25-30 minutes we put them under pressure and created loads of chances but you always know it will be difficult against Everton and they pegged us back in the last 15 minutes of the first half.
"We defended well and in the second half it was tight but we had a little bit of an upper hand."
What next?
Everton return to the Premier League with a trip to bottom of the table Sheffield United on 26 December, before hosting Manchester City two days later.
Manchester United are away at Leicester on Boxing Day, and face Wolves at Old Trafford on 29 December.
United's away form continues - the stats
Manchester United have reached the League Cup semi-finals for the 16th time, second only to Liverpool (17) in the competition's history.
Everton failed to register a shot on target in the second half, with Gylfi Sigurdsson having 57% of their total attempts tonight (4/7).
This was United's third clean sheet in 12 away games in all competitions this season, with all of these shutouts coming in the League Cup.
United have scored in each of their last 25 away games in all competitions, since a 0-2 defeat at Liverpool in January.
United are the first team to win away at Everton twice in the same season since Chelsea in the 2007-08 campaign.
This was United's 14th consecutive away win in domestic competition, with the Red Devils last failing to win on the road in non-European competition against Spurs back in June (1-1).
Martial is the third substitute to both score and assist a goal for Manchester United in all competitions this season (Greenwood v Luton, Cavani v Southampton), with no sub having done this for the club in either 2018-19 or 2019-20.
Cavani's late winner for came from his fourth shot on target in the match, which was one more than Everton managed.
Player of the match Cavani Edinson Cavani with an average of 8.19 Everton Everton Everton
Man Utd Manchester United Manchester United Everton Avg Squad number 10 Player name G Sigurdsson Average rating 5.59 Squad number 22 Player name Godfrey Average rating 5.58 Squad number 23 Player name Coleman Average rating 5.11 Squad number 5 Player name Keane Average rating 5.06 Squad number 16 Player name Doucouré Average rating 4.96 Squad number 7 Player name Richarlison Average rating 4.88 Squad number 9 Player name Calvert-Lewin Average rating 4.88 Squad number 13 Player name Mina Average rating 4.78 Squad number 33 Player name Olsen Average rating 4.75 Squad number 21 Player name André Gomes Average rating 4.52 Squad number 17 Player name Iwobi Average rating 4.49 Squad number 26 Player name Davies Average rating 4.49 Squad number 14 Player name Tosun Average rating 4.46 Squad number 20 Player name Bernard Average rating 4.40 Manchester United Avg Squad number 7 Player name Cavani Average rating 8.19 Squad number 9 Player name Martial Average rating 7.57 Squad number 18 Player name Bruno Fernandes Average rating 7.44 Squad number 10 Player name Rashford Average rating 7.22 Squad number 3 Player name Bailly Average rating 7.10 Squad number 26 Player name Henderson Average rating 6.98 Squad number 27 Player name Alex Telles Average rating 6.95 Squad number 6 Player name Pogba Average rating 6.93 Squad number 5 Player name Maguire Average rating 6.82 Squad number 34 Player name van de Beek Average rating 6.72 Squad number 38 Player name Tuanzebe Average rating 6.70 Squad number 31 Player name Matic Average rating 6.60 Squad number 11 Player name Greenwood Average rating 6.55 Squad number 23 Player name Shaw Average rating 6.30


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Flooding: Firefighters receive 500 calls as heavy rain causes chaos

A spokesman said : `` The rain has filled up the brooks and streams which are now higher than the @ @ @ @ @ drains ca n't empty and are consequently backing up . ''


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Charities send food to stranded truckers

`` We gave pizzas to the lorry drivers as they were driving into Manston Airport .
We have a pizza @ @ @ @ @ play football at the moment , so we had a lot of stock which was @ @ @ @ @ date , so it seemed a perfect opportunity to help out .

"We gave pizzas to the lorry drivers as they were driving into Manston Airport. We have a pizza kitchen and we can't play football at the moment, so we had a lot of stock which was starting to go out of date, so it seemed a perfect opportunity to help out.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Doctor Who Christmas special to be offered in 4K HDR on iPlayer

`` We 've made a range of drama , factual and natural history programmes available for iPlayer viewers to watch @ @ @ @ @ as some of the biggest live events , and we 'll continue to look at @ @ @ @ @ areas as we explore UHD on iPlayer in the future . ''

"We've made a range of drama, factual and natural history programmes available for iPlayer viewers to watch in UHD, as well as some of the biggest live events, and we'll continue to look at these as well as other areas as we explore UHD on iPlayer in the future."


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Somerset care workers thanked by singing relatives

Staff at a Somerset care home moved in for 84 days earlier this year to keep residents safe during the @ @ @ @ @ was separated from his wife and their four-year-old daughter , while another slept in a @ @ @ @ @ could look after residents safely .
In a unique show of thanks , families of @ @ @ @ @ Court House in Cheddar took part in an online tribute .
The BBC used Covid-secure @ @ @ @ @ the reactions of staff and residents .
The story was broadcast on BBC Breakfast an @ @ @ @ @ presenter Louise Minchin .

Staff at a Somerset care home moved in for 84 days earlier this year to keep residents safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
One worker was separated from his wife and their four-year-old daughter, while another slept in a stock room to ensure they could look after residents safely.
In a unique show of thanks, families of those they cared for at Court House in Cheddar took part in an online tribute.
The BBC used Covid-secure remote control cameras to film the reactions of staff and residents.
The story was broadcast on BBC Breakfast an prompted an emotional response from presenter Louise Minchin.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid: What are the new tiers and lockdown rules in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?

What are the rules for Christmas ?
Elsewhere in England - and in Scotland and Wales - joining other households @ @ @ @ @ is now allowed on Christmas Day only .
In Northern Ireland one day between 23 @ @ @ @ @ .
What are the Covid rules in England ?
All areas of England have been @ @ @ @ @ tiers , depending on factors such as how fast Covid is spreading and pressure on @ @ @ @ @ new restrictions in tier four ?
`` Clinically extremely vulnerable '' people in tier four @ @ @ @ @ at home `` as much as possible '' .
The government says if they ca @ @ @ @ @ they should n't go to work .
What can you do in tier four ?
@ @ @ @ @ in Scotland ?
What are the rules in Wales ?

If you test positive for Covid you are no longer legally required to self-isolate, but you are advised to stay at home and avoid contact with others for at least five full days.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid: Santa Claus explains how to keep safe at Christmas

`` Things are going to be a bit different , but that does n't mean Christmas is n't happening .
@ @ @ @ @ from Santa Claus ahead of what is surely to be a festive season unlike any @ @ @ @ @ vary around the world , but Father Christmas can still visit homes as he is @ @ @ @ @ essential work .
But he and the elves are taking extra steps to ensure they @ @ @ @ @ keeping people safe .
Santa took time out of his busy schedule to answer questions @ @ @ @ @ School of Glasgow ’ s Junior School about how to stay safe this Christmas .

"Things are going to be a bit different, but that doesn't mean Christmas isn't happening."
That's the message from Santa Claus ahead of what is surely to be a festive season unlike any other.
Christmas lockdown rules vary around the world, but Father Christmas can still visit homes as he is a key worker carrying out essential work.
But he and the elves are taking extra steps to ensure they can still visit homes while keeping people safe.
Santa took time out of his busy schedule to answer questions from children at the High School of Glasgow’s Junior School about how to stay safe this Christmas.
Video by Laura Foster and Mattea Bubalo.
Filming by Emily Brooks.


bbcuk--2020-12-24--Dickens Museum: A Christmas Carol performance goes online

Christmas is usually the busiest time of the year at The Dickens Museum in London .
But like many other @ @ @ @ @ has been forced to close because of Covid-19 restrictions .
Thinking this might be the @ @ @ @ @ moved many events online , including a new way of telling the festive favourite A @ @ @

Christmas is usually the busiest time of the year at the Charles Dickens Museum in London.
But like many other museums around the country it has been forced to close because of Covid-19 restrictions.
Thinking this might be the case, the museum has moved many events online, including a new way of telling the festive favourite A Christmas Carol.
Video journalist: Alex Stanger


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: More tier 4 areas, a new variant and a message of hope

The health secretary has given a message of hope as he delivered the latest coronavirus update from Downing Street .
@ @ @ @ @ not to `` give up '' as he announced more areas would head into tier @ @ @ @ @ He also revealed the detection of another Covid variant in the UK , linked to @ @ @ @ @ Read more : Six million people to enter tier 4 on Boxing Day

The health secretary has given a message of hope as he delivered the latest coronavirus update from Downing Street.
Matt Hancock urged the public not to "give up" as he announced more areas would head into tier 4 from Boxing Day.
He also revealed the detection of another Covid variant in the UK, linked to travel to South Africa.
Read more: Six million people to enter tier 4 on Boxing Day


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Stranded truckers clash with police in Kent

Scuffles broke out between police and hauliers at the Port of Dover and at a lorry park at the disused @ @ @ @ @ said one man was arrested as tempers flared among stranded truckers as they waited for @ @ @ @ @ result .
Many drivers have been stuck in Kent after France closed its borders on @ @ @ @ @ started to reopen but the backlog could take several days to clear .

Scuffles broke out between police and hauliers at the Port of Dover and at a lorry park at the disused Manston Airport.
Kent Police said one man was arrested as tempers flared among stranded truckers as they waited for Covid-19 tests and a negative result.
Many drivers have been stuck in Kent after France closed its borders on Sunday. They have now started to reopen but the backlog could take several days to clear.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--BBC Breakfast presenter's teams at Covid care home choir

BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin was moved to tears by a piece broadcast on the programme on Wednesday .
It @ @ @ @ @ care home in Somerset who formed a choir in a surprise singing tribute to their @ @ @ @ @ care for them .
Louise said : `` I ’ m sorry if I ’ @ @ @ @ @ well , but that ’ s just how this year ’ s been '' .
@ @ @ @ @ Louise was reacting to here .

BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin was moved to tears by a piece broadcast on the programme on Wednesday.
It featured relatives of residents at care home in Somerset who formed a choir in a surprise singing tribute to their loved ones and those who care for them.
Louise said: "I’m sorry if I’ve made you cry as well, but that’s just how this year’s been".
You can watch the piece Louise was reacting to here.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--The Papers: UK and EU on 'verge' of Brexit trade deal

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The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites .
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However, the Daily Mirror is not so sure - despite accepting that a no-deal Brexit "would be far worse". It describes Boris Johnson as "still so dodgy" - and warns that the prime minister is hoping Christmas and Covid will divert public attention from the concessions he has made to Brussels.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: Truckers who tested negative board ferries for France

If you are reading this page and ca n't see the form you will need to visit the mobile version @ @ @ @ @ submit your question or comment or you can email us at HaveYourSay @ bbc.co.uk .
@ @ @ @ @ age and location with any submission .

If you are reading this page and can't see the form you will need to visit the mobile version of the BBC website to submit your question or comment or you can email us at HaveYourSay@bbc.co.uk. Please include your name, age and location with any submission.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid: Baby girl becomes Scotland's youngest death

Since the first Covid-19 deaths were registered in Scotland on 17 March there have been 6,399 excess deaths , but @ @ @ @ @ the first weeks of 2020 was below average which makes the overall figure lower .

Since the first Covid-19 deaths were registered in Scotland on 17 March there have been 6,399 excess deaths, but the number of deaths in the first weeks of 2020 was below average which makes the overall figure lower.


bbcuk--2020-12-23--Covid-19: New strain confirmed in Northern Ireland patient

Northern Ireland 's Chief Medical Officer Michael McBride urged the public `` to act on the assumption that it is @ @ @ @ @ Ireland '' and that `` the person they pass in the street or stand next @ @ @ @ @ have it '' .

Northern Ireland's Chief Medical Officer Michael McBride urged the public "to act on the assumption that it is already well established in Northern Ireland" and that "the person they pass in the street or stand next to in a queue may have it".


bbcuk--2020-12-24--Flooding dampens Christmas spirit as homes and shops hit

Arnolds Lighting and Electrical on Skinner Street said on social media : `` There are no words to describe the @ @ @ @ @ almost over the top of the counter .
We have lost everything .
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