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• Covid: UK hotel quarantine to start on 15 February

  04-02-2021 23:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  UK residents returning from coronavirus hotspots abroad will have to pay to stay in a hotel for 10 nights.
  
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• Best-selling Author Michael Hingson Becomes accessiBe's New Chief Vision Officer

  04-02-2021 23:16 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  accessiBe is the world's first and leading web accessibility solution that uses AI and automation to convert websites to full accessibility and ADA compliance.
  
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• UK directors face tough new liability rules under major audit reform

  04-02-2021 21:26
  Far-reaching overhaul of corporate governance set to be unveiled in long-awaited white paper
  
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• UK directors face new liability demands under major audit reform

  04-02-2021 21:26
  Far-reaching overhaul of corporate governance set to be unveiled in long-awaited white paper
  
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• Rare black Fortune 500 chief Ken Frazier to retire

  04-02-2021 21:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Merck chief executive Ken Frazier is just one of four black executives leading a major US company.
  
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• Treasury economists work on plan for phased lifting of Covid restrictions

  04-02-2021 20:54
  Tory MPs call on government to get rid of curbs completely by end of May, assuming vaccine supplies remain steady
  
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• Sunak hails vaccine success as model for more nimble UK economy

  04-02-2021 20:11
  Chancellor sees active role for the state in future in nurturing innovation
  
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• Doctors’ calls for broad NHS pension system reform rejected

  04-02-2021 19:46
  Government says measures introduced last year are sufficient to prevent risk of higher tax bills for working extra shifts
  
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• More than 30 UK bidders set to pursue 10 freeport zones

  04-02-2021 19:25
  Brexiters regard low-tax special economic areas as benefit of leaving the EU
  
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• More than 30 UK bidders ready to pursue 10 freeport zones

  04-02-2021 19:25
  Brexiters regard low-tax special economic areas as benefit of leaving the EU
  
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• ARIE Capital raising £10m EIS fund with eye on Chinese market

  04-02-2021 18:56 via s17026.pcdn.co
  
  Originally written by Timothy Adler on Growth Business
  ARIE Capital, the London-based venture capital fund, is raising a £10m Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) fund to back up to six tech start-ups. What makes ARIE Capital different is that it offers portfolio companies not only follow-on funding through its £26m VC fund but also a way into the Chinese market with its 1.4bn customers.
  
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• Can the Northern Ireland Brexit protocol survive?

  04-02-2021 18:48
  The European Commission’s move to invoke a ban on vaccine exports to the region exposed old divisions on both sides
  
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• Bank of England: Economy to rebound strongly due to vaccine

  04-02-2021 18:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  High Street banks are also told to prepare for the possibility that interest rates could fall below zero.
  
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• Covid court closures in England and Wales add to pressure on barristers

  04-02-2021 17:53
  Profession already under strain from budget cuts faces further anxiety with many criminal trials unable to take place
  
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• Dogecoin takes off after tip by Elon Musk

  04-02-2021 17:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The currency has risen more than 800% in the year so far.
  
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• The UK needs a balance of certainty and creativity in state aid rules

  04-02-2021 16:47
  Port of Dover freight figures conceal known unknowns
  
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• Heathrow workers to launch February strike action

  04-02-2021 16:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Workers will start a wave of action on Friday, but Heathrow says the airport will keep operating.
  
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• ‘British brands will die’: Fashion raises the alarm on Brexit trade deal

  04-02-2021 15:25
  Costs and paperwork are spiralling because of Britain’s new deal with the EU, designers and executives say
  
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• BoE prepares contingency plans to set negative rates

  04-02-2021 13:58
  Central bank stresses monetary policy committee does not think such a move is necessary
  
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• BoE expects vaccine-fuelled economic recovery in second half of 2021

  04-02-2021 13:58
  Monetary Policy Committee leaves door open for negative interest rates if upswing disappoints
  
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• BT urges UK government to cut business rates on new fibre lines to hit broadband target

  04-02-2021 13:39
  Telecoms group says pledge to remove onerous planning laws must be honoured
  
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• Brexit leaves a bitter taste and a mountain of clothes

  04-02-2021 13:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  North East firms say they have hit hurdles since the Brexit trade agreement came into force.
  
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• Peter Bazalgette on his new role at the Royal College of Art — and the UK’s post-Covid recovery

  04-02-2021 13:07
  The ITV chairman, who is set to become chair of the RCA, believes the country should focus on higher education and its creative industries
  
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• UK car sales fall 40 per cent in January as dealers shut in lockdown

  04-02-2021 11:47
  Trade group warns closure until March, the biggest purchase month, will harm industry
  
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• Covid Vaccine side effects: Dermatologists document cases of 'Covid arm'

  04-02-2021 11:42 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The CDC advises those who see an increase in swelling and tenderness after 24 hours from the time of vaccination to consult a doctor.
  
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• Adults in the 20 to 49 age group are biggest COVID-19 superspreaders: study says

  04-02-2021 11:26 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The research suggested that targeting the 20 to 49 age group for vaccination may help in hastening school reopenings.
  
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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle share sweet throwback umbrella picture to thank fans

  04-02-2021 11:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Duke and the Duchess of Sussex had also included a note with their card.
  
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• 'Mr. Queen' and Shin Hye Sun land top spots on weekly buzzworthy list

  04-02-2021 10:14 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  "Mr. Queen" is followed by "True Beauty" and Season 2 of "The Penthouse."
  
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• Kim Kardashian has a 'divorce plan in place' for Kanye West

  04-02-2021 09:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Kim and Kanye are having limited interactions, and have been living separate lives for a long time now.
  
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• Twitter mocks rapper Lil Uzi Vert over $24M pink diamond forehead piercing

  04-02-2021 09:48 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  People compared Lil Uzi Vert's forehead accessory to the solar gem found on Paul Bettany's Vision.
  
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• Netherlands set to roll out rapid coronavirus breath tests

  04-02-2021 09:29 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The rapid coronavirus breath test can deliver results in minutes and works just like a breath alcohol test.
  
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• Influencer claims he lost $85,000 after investing in GameStop stocks

  04-02-2021 09:12 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  David Dobrick admitted that he is so bad at stocks but he likes doing it anyway because he loves gambling.
  
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• 'Don't bully' Britney Spears, singer's social media manager says amid #FreeBritney movement

  04-02-2021 09:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Britney Spears makes her own Instagram posts and they are not a plea for help.
  
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• 'The Crown' leads Golden Globes with six nominations; stars react

  04-02-2021 08:20 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Olivia Colman, Gillian Anderson, Helena Bonham-Carter, Emma Corrin and Josh O'Connor have received nominations for their performances.
  
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• Dolly Parton has yet to receive COVID-19 vaccine even after $1M donation

  04-02-2021 07:37 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Dolly Parton plans to have it on video when she gets her COVID-19 vaccine to encourage people to get vaccinated.
  
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• Meghan Markle's half-sister releases 'tell-all' book with sensational claims about 'controlling' Duchess

  04-02-2021 07:28 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Samantha writes that her father sounded upset when she called to check in with him days ahead of Meghan's wedding.
  
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• Messi transfer news: Koeman slams Di Maria for saying Barca captain may join PSG

  04-02-2021 06:35 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Koeman called Di Maria disrespectful for speaking about Messi's future.
  
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• #RIPChrisPratt trends over alleged old 'insensitive, racist' tweets

  04-02-2021 06:06 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Chris Pratt is accused of being racist and insensitive after screenshots of tweets he allegedly made in 2012 surfaced online.
  
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• UK carmakers after Brexit: a race with Europe to attract battery production

  04-02-2021 06:00
  Manufacturers are less concerned about tariffs and supply chains than the switch to mass production of electric vehicles
  
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• UK carmakers after Brexit: a race to attract battery production

  04-02-2021 06:00
  Manufacturers are less concerned about tariffs and supply chains than the switch to mass production of electric vehicles
  
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• Tokyo 2020 boss faces resignation calls over sexist remarks

  04-02-2021 05:47 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Mori is reported to have said Wednesday that "board of directors meetings with many women take a lot of time."
  
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• British millionaire drowns in Barbados after ignoring locals' warning

  04-02-2021 05:34 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The businessman was told that the currents were unsafe for swimming.
  
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• Melania didn't 'care,' but Jill Biden wants to show she does

  04-02-2021 04:51 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  First ladies have the odd position of being married to the most powerful man in the country but without a formal public role.
  
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• Hundreds isolated, tested as Covid case rocks Australian Open build-up

  04-02-2021 04:11 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  Health officials insisted the risk to players and officials was "low" after a staff member at one of the tournament's designated hotels tested positive.
  
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• So what is Jeff Bezos going to do now?

  04-02-2021 04:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  After stepping down as CEO of Amazon, Bezos says he will focus on his 'other passions'.
  
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• US extends new START nuclear treaty with Russia as rifts rise

  04-02-2021 03:56 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  The Russian foreign ministry welcomed the extension of New START and said it hoped Biden was turning the page on the "destructive US policy" of ending arms control measures.
  
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• Virus team visits China lab as poorer nations get vaccine boost

  04-02-2021 03:39 via ibtimes.co.uk
  
  A WHO team finally started work on its investigation in recent days after months of delays, with the experts visiting the Wuhan Institute of Virology on Wednesday.
  
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• White boys' club? New tales from the City

  04-02-2021 01:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Hedonistic, ruthless and elitist. That's how the financial industry has usually been portrayed on screen, but how true to life is this?
  
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• Is high-speed rail travel on a track to nowhere?

  04-02-2021 01:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The recently scrapped Singapore-Kuala Lumpur train link isn't the only such project to struggle.
  
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