Tag: UK

Apr 2020. Ramadan under Lockdown

April 2020. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims across the globe and throughout the UK endure a period of daily fasting – the largest act of religious observance of its kind. For the world’s 1.8 billion Muslims, including Britain’s 3.1 million-strong Muslim community, the annual event represents a time to fast and devote a… Continue reading Apr 2020. Ramadan under Lockdown

Apr 2020. The Queen’s Speech on Coronavirus

April 2020. The Queen stresses the value of self-discipline and resolve during the coronavirus pandemic in a special address to the nation. In a rare speech, she acknowledges the Grief, Pain and financial difficulties Britons are facing during this “time of disruption”. She also thanks NHS staff and key workers, and emphasises the important role… Continue reading Apr 2020. The Queen’s Speech on Coronavirus

Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 8

March 2020. Boris Johnson is to address the UK on new measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic, amid concerns people have been ignoring government advice. The UK has been under growing pressure to follow other countries by ordering the closure of more shops, and enforcing rules on social distancing. The PM will make a statement… Continue reading Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 8

Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 7

March 2020. Letters are being sent telling 1.5 million people in England most at risk of coronavirus to stay at home. They will receive letters or text messages strongly advising them not to go out for 12 weeks to protect themselves, the government said. It comes as the PM asked the UK not to visit… Continue reading Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 7

Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 6

March 2020. Young people are not immune from coronavirus and must avoid socialising and communicating it to older, more vulnerable people, the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned. The choices made by the young can be “the difference between life and death for someone else”, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said. Over 11,000 patients have… Continue reading Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 6

Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 5

March 2020. Dozens of London Underground stations are to be closed indefinitely amid a toughening of measures to try to slow the spread of coronavirus. Transport for London announced a series of changes late on Wednesday evening as it urged people in the capital not to travel if at all possible. “People should not be… Continue reading Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 5

Mar 2020. The World Homeless and the Coronavirus

March 2020. Hotels and offices will be converted into emergency safe spaces under a national action plan drawn up by Tony Blair’s former homelessness expert, to protect rough sleepers from coronavirus. Louise Casey, hired by Boris Johnson last month over the issue of homelessness, was scheduled to start her role after Easter but deepening disquiet… Continue reading Mar 2020. The World Homeless and the Coronavirus

Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 4

March 2020. Schools in the UK are to shut from Friday until further notice as a response to the coronavirus pandemic. Schools will close except for looking after the children of keyworkers and vulnerable children, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said. This academic year’s exams will not go ahead in England and Wales; decisions are… Continue reading Mar 2020. Coronavirus in the UK Part 4

Sep 2016. Homeless in the UK

September 2016. Many People will Shake their Heads at the Seemingly Uncaring Opinion I have for Not Bringing In Migrants. Yes they should be Supported, but that’s for another time. This Clip Highlights Why I feel that way. There are so many People in the UK who are Homeless and Suffer from Diagnosed Mental Health… Continue reading Sep 2016. Homeless in the UK