Q&A with Sharon Peacock, head of UK effort to sequence SARS-CoV-2

Sharon Peacock, Author provided The UK is a world leader in sequencing SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Of all the coronavirus genomes that have been sequenced in the world, nearly half have been sequenced by COVID-19 Genomics UK Consortium (Cog-UK). The consortium began life on March 4 when SharonContinue Reading

The science behind why hobbies can improve our mental health

For some, having a hobby may even prevent depression. Diego Cervo/ Shutterstock The pandemic has taken its toll on many peoples’ mental health. Given the fear of the virus and the government restrictions on movement many may understandably be feeling more lonely, anxious, and depressed than usual. The World HealthContinue Reading

WEDNESDAY 10 FEBRUARY  2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Government cladding announcement “inadequate” says Plymouth MP Plymouth MP Luke Pollard has responded to today’s announcement on cladding from the government, calling it “inadequate”. The Housing Secretary announced today that those who live in low-rise buildings with dangerous cladding will not be eligibleContinue Reading

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has made its decision on Grand Union’s long standing application to introduce competitive train services between South Wales and London. In its application, the ORR has acknowledged that Grand Union has proven: Capacity to operate 6 pairs of intercity trains between South WalesContinue Reading