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Wiltshire Police were called to Campion Close in Calne shortly after 12:00 GMT on Wednesday.
The defence secretary warns about those who "disregard" law, three years after the poisonings in Salisbury.
The list of places in England receiving funds is dominated by the north west, Yorkshire and Midlands.
International pupils should be allowed to isolate at boarding schools, parents and teachers say.
Peter Smirles and Jean Robson have been dating for 26 years and have finally married.
Occupational therapist Eleanor Woodley said one of the best parts of her job is helping people return home.
Vicky Price is a single mother-of-four with her own company. This is lockdown life in her own words.
Chloe, 24, is shielding and has had her first Covid-19 jab. This is lockdown life in her own words.
Chloe, 24, is clinically vulnerable and shielding and this is her lockdown life in her own words.
Olivia Hall was among the first people to give birth in lockdown. This is lockdown life in her words.
GP Simon Atkins says it has been hard seeing patients suffer - but vaccines are offering hope.
Infection rates are declining overall, but some regions are seeing a rise in cases.
The government is reviewing whether venues can ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
A year ago, the UK was yet to record a Covid case. Then a family rang NHS 111 from a hotel in York.
Christmas gatherings were cut back but was there still an impact on Covid cases?
Sunderland move up to fourth and within five points of League One's automatic promotion places after beating Swindon 1-0.
Badminton Horse Trials organisers confirm ongoing Covid-19 restrictions have forced the cancellation of the 2021 event.
Two tries from Zach Mercer sees Bath overturn a 16-point first-half deficit to beat Northampton 23-22.
Brett Pitman and Scott Twine score the goals as Swindon come from behind to beat fellow strugglers Northampton and bolster their survival hopes.
Lincoln drop two home points in their League One title bid after drawing with relegation-threatened Swindon.
The Labour leader was responding to a government recommendation of a 1% increase for staff in England.
Some are not being prioritised if they haven't been to hospital recently for the condition.
It is not yet clear how visitors will be required to prove they have received both doses of a jab.
Michael, who has dementia, hasn't been able to properly see his family for a year, due to Covid-19 restrictions in his nursing home.
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.
A series of earthquakes, one of 8.1 magnitude, trigger evacuation orders that are later stood down.
Days after the PM said all contracts were "on the record", government lawyers admitted many were not.
The bar on shipping 250,000 doses amid a row with the firm is backed by the EU.
The UK says it will unilaterally extend grace periods for Irish Sea border checks on parcels and agri-foods.
Two reports from MPs cast doubt on the government's approach to meeting its climate change goals.
Where was the help for the environment, social care, renters, and to cover the future costs of Covid?
Locals hope removing an introduced starfish can help save an iconic Australian species.
A proposed 1% pay rise for NHS staff and the EU blocking the export of vaccines are among the lead stories.
An ongoing Covid-19 study has shown how the North of England was hit harder than the rest of the country.
Simone Williams sees her hair, which measures nearly 1.5m in circumference, as a symbol of pride.
Hairdressers in the Netherlands have reopened after being shut since December.
The Korean boyband beat Taylor Swift and Drake to top the chart.
These three artists turn complex research into easy to digest information to help fight coronavirus.
Knowing which windows to open and having shorter lessons could help when children return to school.
There has been controversy about the 45 towns sharing just over £1bn from the Towns Fund.
Model Jarrakeh Cherno Jarra cut his afro as a child to avoid the "hassle" of people touching it.
Nalleli Cobo started suffering from asthma, nosebleeds and headaches.
The Father puts you in the confused head of a dementia sufferer, played by Sir Anthony Hopkins.
The once-a-decade survey gives a snapshot of UK life and helps find out what services are needed.
A growing number of clubs big and small are using more technology to help performances on the pitch.
Nicola Sturgeon's team believes no real punches were landed in eight hours of questioning by MSPs.
Believers are using an old, irrelevant law to herald the supposed return to power of Donald Trump.
Fulham manager Scott Parker says the video assistant referee is "killing" the excitement in football.
Freya Davies and Tammy Beaumont both impress as England beat New Zealand by six wickets in the second Twenty20 in Wellington to win the series.
The government has unveiled its plans for unlocking UK restrictions, including holiday travel.
New Covid-19 variants keep appearing – and their mutations are very different to the comic book kind.
The Oxford University-AstraZeneca vaccines should save many lives, say experts.
The coronavirus vaccine is being rolled out across the EU but there have been delays.
As schools remain closed to most pupils, the BBC is offering a wealth of educational material.
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1. How to get more done. One of the drawbacks of working from home is the amount of distractions at your fingertips, whether it be a full pantry of food or living distractions like family members and pets. The temptation to relax and doing chores are the top two biggest work-from-home distractions. Time-management skills are key to helping with these distractions. READ MORE 2. Latest data shows vaccine reduces transmission. There is "early data" showing a reduction in transmission in people who have had a coronavirus vaccine, the health secretary has said. The Health Secretary said hospital admissions were falling "much more sharply" than they were in the pandemic's first wave. The government aims to offer a first jab to all adults in the UK by the end of July, with one in three adults already vaccinated. Boris Johnson will unveil his plan for ending England's lockdown by close of business today. BBC 3. WTO appoints first woman chief. Former Nigerian finance minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is to lead the World Trade Organisation (WTO), becoming the first woman and first African to hold the director-general role. It comes after US president Joe Biden overturned Donald Trump’s block on her appointment. Okonjo-Iweala, who spent 25 years at the World Bank, will take over the Geneva-based institution at a make-or-break time for the global trading system, as governments seek to navigate the economic and health consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. The Independent 4. House prices reach record high. House prices rose by 8.5% in 2020, the highest annual growth rate since October 2014. The average price for a property reached a record high of £252,000 in December, with the most growth recorded in the northwest: 11.2%. London prices rose by 3.5%. UK house prices soared in the second half of the year, but mortgage offers and online asking prices suggest that prices will fall back this year by around 2%. Office for National Statistics 5. Companies focus on wellbeing. Workplace wellbeing has become a more significant consideration for employers, research suggests. During the pandemic, several major companies, such as insurer Aviva, have offered staff days off for wellbeing. In the UK, research from insurer Westfield Health shows the cost of mental health absenteeism increased in 2020, but also that the majority of employers plan to spend more on employee wellbeing in coming years. Long-term flexibility and mental health programs at work were both cited as popular options by employees in the study. Wellbeing is one of 10 tutorials on 10/10, our government supported leadership development and mentoring programme. LEARN MORE |
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6. Stop the guilt of pandemic laziness. You're sitting at home, scrolling through Netflix recommendations when you're suddenly hit with pangs of guilt for being lazy. Been there? Same. One social psychologist tells us to stop this nonsense, explaining we feel this way because "we use external cues as an 'anchor' to help us gauge whether we are spending our time well enough." Not every moment we're home needs to be spent working. In fact, they encourage "cyberloafing," or a mindless scroll through the internet or social feeds, as research shows we often come back “more productive and focused” after such an activity. CNBC 7. What’s the future of work. Once the world gets past the pandemic, what will stick around in our professional lives, and what will go away? McKinsey Global Initiative research involving the US, UK and other countries found that more than 100 million workers will likely need to transition to new jobs by 2030, which is up to 25% more than pre-COVID estimates in advanced economies. The research also shows that working from home and virtual meetings will stick around, though "less intensely," and the adoption of automation and artificial intelligence will speed up, especially for work that involves physical proximity. The Times 8. How to raise the subject of salary. When's the right time to ask about compensation in a job interview? Should a candidate inquire about pay right off the bat, or wait until later on in the job search process when they've solidified that they’re a strong fit for the role? Among our top tips: [1] Wait until the end of the first interview or call to broach the topic. [2] Be honest, informed, and realistic about your expectations. [3] Consider delaying the question if you're meeting with a hiring manager or future employer, as opposed to a recruiter. Editor 9. What happens when you work from bed? After almost a year working from home, many have realised that working from bed isn't as comfy as it sounds. Though many have tried it during the pandemic, according to research by Buba, a majority of home workers in the UK have reported aches and pains due to their lack of proper desk. And working from bed isn't just bad ergonomically, with experts advising that it can be bad for productivity and sleep, due to the brain associating bed with work. BBC 10. The bottom line. Just under 60% of the 50,888 people who died with Covid in England between January and November last year were disabled, though disabled people only make up 17.2% of the population. Office for National Statistics |
An ongoing Covid-19 study has shown how the North of England was hit harder than the rest of the country.
New Covid-19 variants keep appearing – and their mutations are very different to the comic book kind.
Michael, who has dementia, hasn't been able to properly see his family for a year, due to Covid-19 restrictions in his nursing home.
The fox frequently visits the garden of Faroz and his daughter Sophia, who initially thought it was a wolf.
The crash caused "significant damage" to the supermarket and an inquiry is under way, police say.
The Duchess of Cornwall gives an update on her father-in-law's condition during a vaccination centre visit.
A teenager says he has realised "how much sometimes I take for granted", including his beliefs.
"I am so pleased to have participated in a new way to share Bible stories," says the Bishop of Ely.
The BBC's Jonathan Blake takes us through the big things that stood out from this year's Budget.
As rules on care home visits in Scotland are relaxed, one woman describes how it felt to hug her mum for the first time in almost a year.
AI software can now match footage of motorists throwing rubbish with their car's number plate and issue an automatic fine .
From newly elected backbencher to Chancellor in less than five years.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak says the Budget he has delivered protects jobs, businesses and will bring prosperity across the UK.
A paramedic and a Met officer have become engaged after meeting on a 999 callout at a chicken shop.
The chancellor sets out a three-part plan to “protect the jobs and livelihoods of the British people”.
The Labour leader said the UK faced a worse economic crisis because of the chancellor's decisions.
The Golden Globe winner says it "makes sense" for her to leave at the end of The Crown's fourth season.
The controlled explosion of a World War Two bomb in Exeter has left a crater in the ground and properties with "structural damage".
Actress Ruthie Henshall is calling for more visiting access to family members in care homes.
How a picture book about a little bear who discovers he is deaf tells a personal story for its creators.
A look at how schools are preparing to welcome back most pupils on 8 March.
A self-taught amateur space photographer captures a range of spectacular images from his garden.
A meteor - which was caught on camera - was visible for around seven seconds on Sunday night.
Jim Ashworth-Beaumont needs the prosthetic after being involved in a cycling accident last year.
Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi says authorities are working to locate a person with a concerning variant of coronavirus.
Alex has been homeless on and off for 10 years, and lost his job as lorry driver when the pandemic hit.
Shanique is studying for her master's degree after struggling to find employment.
The Chancellor says he wants to level with people about the economic challenges ahead.
Labour's Anneliese Dodds tells the BBC's Andrew Marr there should be no immediate tax rise on businesses.
Kaci says it was her birthday wish to raise money for a charity that supports disabled children.
A controlled detonation has been carried out on an unexploded World War Two bomb found in Exeter.
"Pawstep Portraits" captures dogs with their owners, who then donate to the NHS or Lanta Animal Welfare.
Four young performers pay tribute to the 100-year-old veteran, who raised almost £33m for NHS charities.
After phase one is complete by mid-April, here's the order in which all other adults will get the jab.
Outdoor sport for people with disabilities is allowed in lockdown and is a lifeline for families.
BBC editors Faisal Islam and Simon Jack tell us what Chancellor Rishi Sunak might have in store.
Fishing community leaders say Greenpeace's action is dangerous and illegal.
The landscape has been recreated to help young people understand how to run a national park.
A nurse who died with Covid-19 inspired nearly her entire family to join the NHS.
Nearly 200,000 extremely clinically vulnerable young people have been offered their vaccine.
There has been an increase in private tuition during the pandemic but concerns remain about the checks in place.
Lord Chris Smith is calling for more diversity in Government.
Calls to a major domestic violence charity increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic in 2020.
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