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coronavirus

August 20, 2020

Thinking theologically in a time of viral catastrophe

The crucible of Christian theology is catastrophe. Readers of Dietrich Bonhoeffer know this. However, it is not just a question of one particular theology and one particular theologian.
July 27, 2020

Disabled people’s led organisations challenge UK Government's coronavirus record

The letter highlights the devastating impact of the crisis on the lives of disabled people and calls on government to put disabled people at the heart of recovery planning.
July 24, 2020

Chancellor has 'drawn a line' under helping million-plus people excluded from coronavirus support

Despite stating that he will not pick winners and losers, the Chancellor has done so when it comes to households and individuals, says the Chair of the Treasury Committee.
July 16, 2020

Government to publish guidance ensuring patients and families are involved in DNR decisions

Matt Hancock has said that he will publish two documents to ensure patients and families understand how Do Not Resuscitate decisions are made in light of the current coronavirus pandemic.
July 7, 2020

Call for furlough scheme to be extended for shielded and high-risk workers

Tens of thousands of people, especially older and disabled workers and those living with ill health, may not be able to go back to work safely, because they still face a high risk from coronavirus.
July 2, 2020

PM's planning and building announcements fall 'woefully short', says IPPR

The Institute for Public Policy Research has criticised the Prime Minister's announcement on planning and building.
June 29, 2020

One million pupils in England taught in classes of 31-plus

New data shows the highest proportion of secondary pupils for 40 years are being taught in classes of more than 31 .
June 29, 2020

Citizens Advice reveals nearly 1.4m have no access to welfare safety net

Migrants from non-EEA countries are disproportionately likely to work in frontline roles, including in healthcare, care work and security jobs.
June 25, 2020

Government allows resumption of bailiff enforcement visits

The 23 August date coincides with the end date for the protection for tenants from eviction for rent arrears during the coronavirus crisis.
June 19, 2020

Love in a time of Coronavirus

As the Coronovirus struck, people began to ask themselves what the ‘new normal’ would look like. There is a nostalgia in the question, a longing to return to ‘the normal’, whatever that may be.