All you need to know from the May 25 Covid-19 briefing

Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser over a trip to Durham during lockdown, and announced the phased reopening of retailers from June 1 during Bank Holiday Monday's coronavirus daily briefing.

Boris Johnson 'regrets' pain caused by Dominic Cummings saga

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he does regret the pain caused by Dominic Cummings' decision to break lockdown restrictions and travel to County Durham.

UK death toll nears 37,000

Boris Johnson confirmed the UK’s death toll has risen to 36,914, an increase of 121 in the past 24 hours. The Prime Minister’s comments came during daily coronavirus press conference at 10 Downing Street. Report by Browna. Like us on Facebook at..

Trump, Biden Pay Tribute To Fallen Heroes

President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden honored those in the military who died while serving their country.

Jam-packed Southend-on-Sea as UK sunseekers escape quarantine during sunny holiday

This is the scene at a jam-packed Southend-on-Sea as UK sunseekers escape quarantine on Bank Holiday on Monday (May 25).

Dominic Cummings: I hope people believe I behaved reasonably in the circumstances

Dominic Cummings has sought to defend his decision to drive to County Durham despite the coronavirus lockdown restrictions, saying he believes he behaved “reasonably” and does not regret his actions.

Jam-packed Southend-on-Sea as UK sunseekers escape quarantine on Bank Holiday

This is the scene at a jam-packed Southend-on-Sea as UK sunseekers escape quarantine on Bank Holiday on Monday (May 25).

Jacinda Ardern: Earthquake hits as New Zealand's prime minister conducts TV interview

An earthquake hit as New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern was being interviewed live on TV. View on euronews

Dominic Cummings: I have not offered or considered resigning

Dominic Cummings has defended his decision to visit Durham despite lockdown and admitted he has never asked to resign from his position following widespread criticism.

Dominic Cummings: I went for a short drive to check my eyesight

Dominic Cummings addresses the media, and says that he took a short drive to the outskirts of Barnard Castle after recovering from coronavirus to check his eyesight before driving back to London to return to work.

Cummings: I don’t regret my decisions

Dominic Cummings has said he doesn’t regret his decision to travel to Durham adding he believes his actions were reasonable. The advisor’s comments come during a statement at Downing Street. Report by Browna. Like us on Facebook at..

Dominic Cummings: I do not regret trip to County Durham during lockdown

Dominic Cummings has sought to defend his decision to drive to County Durham despite the coronavirus lockdown restrictions, saying he believes he behaved “reasonably” and does not regret his actions.

Hundreds of Derbyshire residents hit park amid coronavirus pandemic

On a sunny bank holiday in the UK, hundreds of Derbyshire residents hit the park on Monday (May 25). "Most were spread out following social distancing guidance but some areas of the park made it difficult to do so," said the filmer.

Cummings: I didn’t tell PM ahead of lockdown travel

Dominic Cummings has said childcare was the main reason for his travel during lockdown. The advisor said he did not tell the PM he was planning to drive to Durham and dismissed claims he was against lockdown. Report by Browna. Like us on Facebook at..

'Out of the way!': Johnson aide dodges lockdown scandal spotlight

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has refused calls from his own party to fire top adviser, Dominic Cummings, on accusations Cummings flouted government lockdown rules. On Monday Cummings avoided media gathered outside his home.

Britain bakes on Bank Holiday Monday

Britons made the most of eased lockdown restrictions on Bank Holiday Monday, flocking to beaches to soak up the sunshine.

Brits flock to the beach on May Bank Holiday Monday

Despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Brits flocked to the beach today (May 25th) to enjoy some Bank Holiday sunshine. This clip shows the scene on Weymouth Beach in Dorset.

Protesters descend on Dominic Cummings' home

Protesters have gathered outside the home of Dominic Cummings, the Prime Ministers senior aide. A sign bearing a quote from the George Orwell’s novel Animal Farm was used to criticise his actions following allegations that he breached the..

Boris Johnson faces sustained pressure to sack Dominic Cummings

Boris Johnson is facing sustained pressure to sack his key aide Dominic Cummings following allegations he breached coronavirus lockdown restrictions. The Prime Minister will discuss the easing of measures at a Cabinet meeting on Monday, but the..

Members of the public shout 'resign' as Dominic Cummings arrives home

Dominic Cummings is confronted by angry members of the public upon his return home from Downing Street on Sunday evening, following accusations that he broke lockdown rules by visiting his parents in Durham. Boris Johnson defended Mr Cummings' actions..

Covid-19 victim: Dominic Cummings' actions show a complete lack of respect for us all

Interview with Kathryn De Prudhoe, from Leeds, who lost her father Tony Clay to Covid-19 on Dominic Cummings breaking lockdown rules. She talks about the loss of her father, being unable to properly mourn him and says Cummings has delivered a kick in..

Dominic Cummings Heckled As He Returns Home From Downing Street

Dominic Cummings Heckled As He Returns Home From Downing Street

Sir Keir Starmer: Boris Johnson treated the British public with contempt in not sacking key adviser

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer responds to Boris Johnson's assertion that he backs Dominic Cummings, following the senior aide's visit to Durham during the Covid-19 lockdown. Sir Keir said Mr Johnson had treated the British public "with contempt"..

All you need to know from the May 24 Covid-19 briefing

Prime Minister Boris Johnson backed his senior adviser over a trip to Durham during lockdown, and announced the phased reopening of schools from June 1 during Sunday's coronavirus daily briefing.

Dominic Cummings returns home after speaking to PM

Dominic Cummings has arrived back home after meeting with the Prime Minister in Downing Street over allegations he broke lockdown rules. During the daily press conference Boris Johnson expressed support for Mr Cummings stating that he had acted..

Dominic Cummings leaves No 10 after speaking to PM

Dominic Cummings has left Downing Street having had several conversations with the Prime Minister today over allegations he broke lockdown rules. During the daily press conference Boris Johnson expressed support for Mr Cummings, stating that he had..

PM defends advisor amid calls for resignation

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defended his advisor Dominic Cummings during the daily Downing Street press conference amid calls Mr Cummings should resign over allegations he broke lockdown rules. The PM said Mr Cummings had acted 'responsibly,..

Boris Johnson: Schools will start reopening on June 1

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the intention was for primary schools in England to open more widely on June 1 but acknowledged it “may not be possible” for all schools.

Boris Johnson backs Dominic Cummings over trip to Durham

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has backed his top aide Dominic Cummings over allegations he breached lockdown restrictions, saying: “He has acted responsibly, legally and with integrity”.

Screen showing Boris Johnson videos parks outside Cummings' home

A van with a jumbo screen showing videos of Boris Johnson's coronavirus warnings was parked outside Dominic Cummings' home in Islington, London on Sunday.

Steve Baker calls for Cummings to resign

Conservative MP Steve Baker has called on No 10 Adviser Dominic Cummings to resign over allegations he broke lockdown rules by travelling to Durham. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at..

Protesters turn up at home of Dominic Cummings in London

A protest van playing a video of PM Boris Johnson turned up outside the home of Dominic Cummings this afternoon (24 May). Another man was also seen holding a placard which read "Why are you above the law?". Dominic Cummings, the Prime Minister's..

Second Cummings lockdown trip 'not true', says Grant Shapps

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said that it is "not true" that Dominic Cummings returned to County Durham after his period of isolation ended, as it alleged in some newspapers.

Dominic Cummings: PM's aide faces more lockdown breach allegations

A fierce row over the actions of the Prime Minister’s top aide continues as Dominic Cummings faces more allegations that he broke lockdown rules. Boris Johnson is under renewed pressure to sack Mr Cummings after reports surfaced that the 48-year-old..

UK Novel Coronavirus Pandemic Death Toll Reaches 36,675

The British government announced Saturday the UK death toll from confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 rose by 282 to 36,675. Tragically, 36,675 people have now died. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps Downing Street briefing. The government..

All you need to know from the May 23 coronavirus briefing

Dominic Cummings' journey to Durham during lockdown became the focus of the question and answer session with the media at the daily coronavirus briefing on May 23, along with announcements on new investment into public transport.

Grant Shapps defends Dominic Cummings

Grant Shapps has defended Dominic Cummings, following allegations the No 10 adviser broke lockdown rules by travelling hundreds of miles to his parents while suffering from coronavirus symptoms. Facing questions from reporters in the Downing Street..

Shapps defends Cummings over lockdown journey

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps answers questions about Boris Johnson's aide Dominic Cummings travelling to Durham during lockdown. Mr Shapps said Mr Cummings had made the 250-mile journey in order to safeguard the welfare of his children.

Dominic Cummings: I behaved reasonably and legally in travelling to Durham

Downing Street has said Dominic Cummings believed he “behaved reasonably and legally” when he travelled from his London home to County Durham during the lockdown. Opposition MPs have accused Number 10 of a “cover-up” and called for the Prime..

Cummings: 'I behaved reasonably and legally'

Dominic Cummings has insisted he behaved "reasonably and legally" when asked by reporters about his trip to Durham during the coronavirus lockdown. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at..