As we enter the last week of lockdown you may be pulling your hair out trying to think of ways to entertain your children. But don’t fear! We’ve come up with some great ideas to fill those winter days with fun for all the family.
Tag: covid-19
Can we trust a coronavirus vaccine?
It has been an exciting few weeks. First Pfizer announced a 90 per cent efficacy of its vaccine candidate, then Moderna one-upped it with 94 per cent. Then, in the early hours of Monday morning, November 23, the Oxford vaccine was shown to have 70 per cent effectiveness – increasing to 90 if people were given an initial half dose followed by a booster. The Oxford vaccine also has the advantage of being by far the cheapest and easiest to store of the three.
Evacuation style plan to get students home in time for Christmas
Universities will give out allocated dates to students travelling back home safely for Christmas.
BioNTech/Pfizer Coronavirus vaccine 90 per cent effective in trials
The UK Health Secretary announced plans to roll out the new coronavirus vaccine, made by Pfizer and BioNTech, from as early as December 1, after preliminary trials showed 90 per cent effectiveness in patients.
Single parents feel forgotten amidst Covid pandemic
As we begin the second lockdown of 2020, which started on November 5, single parents are fearful of what challenges the winter will bring. The first lockdown made many individuals across the world feel isolated and helpless, but single parents, in particular, had a fountain of responsibilities to face alone.
Kingston resident announced as finalist in national Founders Cup photography competition
A Kingston resident has been announced as a finalist in the national Founders Cup photography competition.
Eat Out to Help Out may have caused second wave of Covid-19
The Government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme may have significantly contributed to the resurgence of Covid-19 in the UK, according to a study by the University of Warwick.
Kingston’s independent businesses anxiously await news of government aid schemes for second lockdown
Kingston business owners are worried about the survival of their livelihoods following the announcement of a second national lockdown, due to begin on November 5.
Richmond CEOs walk marathon for residents affected by Covid lockdown
Four charities in Richmond walked a marathon to raise awareness and money for their services which help the vulnerable.
Gyms push back against Covid restrictions
Covid-19 restrictions are causing concern amongst gym-goers and owners in Kingston, as the future on whether or not they can remain open looks uncertain.
