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What did Rishi Sunak actually say about people in the arts?
ITV claimed the Chancellor suggested that people working in the arts sector should retrain and find other jobs. Read
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Economy, Business & Finance
ITV claimed the Chancellor suggested that people working in the arts sector should retrain and find other jobs. Read
Health
One target was met before it was announced. The data has not been published that would let us check the other. Read
Crime
Police recorded crime per person in London is up 18% since 2016. Across England it is up 31%. Read
Health
It is £500 for the whole period of self-isolation, not £500 per week. Read
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Health
We are not mistaking normal autumn illness for a “second wave” Read
It has been claimed on social media that challenging someone who is not wearing a face covering could result in a fine. Read
A photo of a pharmacist preparing to give the Mayor of London his flu vaccination has gone viral. Read
Antibody tests which detect whether someone had Covid-19 in the past may pick up antibodies to other coronaviruses. Read
Some claims of gangs trying to steal children seem to be exaggerated. Read
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