November 2020 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News

£2.4 billion munitions deal secures thousands of UK jobs UK MOD 30 Nov 2020 -- A new £2.4 billion contract to equip UK Armed Forces with essential fire power will sustain 4,000 jobs around the UK over 15 years, Defence Minister Jeremy Quin today announced.
EU, UK entering "last week or so" of substantive negotiations: UK foreign secretary Global Times 30 Nov 2020 -- British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said Sunday that talks with the European Union (EU) on post-Brexit trade are entering "the last week or so" of "substantive" post-Brexit trade negotiations.
Time is running out for Brexit trade deal, Britain and EU say Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- As the United Kingdom and the European Union have failed to reach an agreement over trade, the two sides cautioned each other Monday that time was running out for a Brexit trade deal.
Britain's Johnson Asks Lawmakers to Back a Tougher Lockdown VOA 29 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is asking lawmakers to support new, tiered restrictions to keep the nation's hospitals from becoming overwhelmed before a vaccine for the coronavirus can be approved and distributed.
UK says tough tiers needed amid worsening coronavirus pandemic Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- The United Kingdom needs tougher restrictions following the end of the current lockdowns in order to prevent hospitals from becoming overwhelmed, a senior minister says.
UK Medical Workers Could Receive Coronavirus Vaccine Within a Week - Reports Sputnik 29 Nov 2020 -- As the coronavirus outbreak begins to worsen in the United Kingdom following eased restrictions throughout August and September, the hope of second lockdown measures being lifted becomes predicated on the provision of new effective vaccines.
UK Secures Another 2 Million Doses of Moderna Vaccine Against COVID-19 Sputnik 29 Nov 2020 -- The British government has secured another 2 million doses of the Moderna coronavirus vaccine and expects that around 3.5 million people will be able to get vaccinated, the government said in a Sunday statement.
Dominic Raab stays neutral on success (or failure) of Brexit trade deal negotiations Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- UK foreign secretary, Dominic Raab, has attempted to sit on the fence as negotiations with the European Union (EU) over a post-Brexit trade deal near the end of their final stage.
RAF in new confrontation with Russian Air Force over North Sea Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- The Royal Air Force (RAF) has tried to engage Russian air force assets over the North Sea with a view to deterring them from approaching British air space.
Saudi, UK, U.S. Naval Forces Conduct Mine Countermeasures Training US Navy 29 Nov 2020 -- Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF), Royal Navy and U.S. Navy forces participated in mine countermeasures (MCM) interoperability training in the Arabian Gulf, Nov. 9-12.
UK and France in new English Channel migration control agreement Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- After a year of record migrant crossings across the English Channel, the UK and France have reached a new agreement to tackle illegal migrant crossings.
UK's Typhoon Jets Scrambled to Intercept Two Russian Tu-142 Over North Sea, RAF Says Sputnik 28 Nov 2020 -- The Russian military aircraft operating near the British border did not violate the UK's airspace but the Royal Air Force (RAF) said that they could create a "hazard" by causing civilian airlines to change routes in order to avoid flying to close to the aircraft.
UK Regulator Confirms Government's Request to Assess Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Sputnik 27 Nov 2020 -- The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) confirmed on Friday that it has received a request from the government's Department of Health and Social Care to assess the COVID-19 vaccine being developed by the University of Oxford and pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca.
Scottish leader calls for 2nd independence referendum early next year Press TV 27 Nov 2020 -- Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has called for a second independence referendum to be held as soon as next year, in a major challenge to the United Kingdom (UK), which is is still struggling with difficulties of Brexit.
UK records highest daily COVID death toll since May 5 People's Daily 26 Nov 2020 -- The coronavirus-related deaths in Britain rose by 696 to 56,533, marking the highest daily death number since May 5, according to official figures released Wednesday.
UK Prime Minister Says Three-Tiered System Best Way to Avoid Spike in COVID-19 Cases Sputnik 26 Nov 2020 -- The new COVID-19 alert level tier allocations, which will come into force in the UK once the country's nationwide lockdown expires on 2 December, is the best way to prevent a spike in COVID-19, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said at a press briefing on Thursday.
Changes to the UK's aid budget in the Spending Review UK FCDO 26 Nov 2020 -- UK aid will be overhauled to achieve greater impact.
World-class autonomous minehunters to protect Royal Navy UK MOD 26 Nov 2020 -- The UK and France reaffirmed their long-standing defence relationship today by committing to a joint programme for Autonomous Minehunting Systems that will detect and neutralise mines around the world.
UK response to settlements in Har Homa UK FCDO 25 Nov 2020 -- The UK is deeply concerned by the Government of Israel's decision to advance the construction of 540 new buildings in the existing settlement of Har Homa, in southern Jerusalem.
Changes to the UK's aid budget in the Spending Review UK FCDO 25 Nov 2020 -- UK aid to be overhauled to achieve greater impact.
Addressing a Syrian-led political transition and the humanitarian crisis in Syria UK FCDO 25 Nov 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador James Roscoe, Acting UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on Syria
Visitors to Britain Could Shorten Quarantine With Negative Test VOA 24 Nov 2020 -- Britain announced Tuesday that travelers from abroad could face a shorter isolation period with a negative COVID-19 test days after their arrival.
Scotland's COVID-19 Infections Stabilize, Hospitalizations Fall VOA 24 Nov 2020 -- Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon told Parliament Tuesday that the number of new COVID-19 cases has stabilized and hospitalizations are down, but the COVID-19 alert levels in the country will remain as they are.
Quarantine Upon Arrival in England to Be Cut to 5 Days With Negative COVID-19 Test Sputnik 24 Nov 2020 -- All passengers arriving in England will be able to have the mandatory 14-day quarantine cut to five days on condition of a negative COVID-19 test, the UK Department for Transport (DfT) said in a statement.
UK PM unveils "tougher" tiered system of COVID restrictions to replace lockdown People's Daily 24 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Monday a "tougher" tiered system of coronavirus restrictions to replace England's current lockdown when it ends on Dec. 2.
UK pledges £155 million aid to support peace and stability in Afghanistan UK FCDO 24 Nov 2020 -- The UK aid pledge for 2021 will help reduce child mortality rates and improve access to education and vital infrastructure.
Securing stability and prosperity for the people of Iraq UK FCDO 24 Nov 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador James Roscoe, Acting UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on Iraq
Boris Johnson introduces post-lockdown three-tiered system to contain Covid-19 Press TV 23 Nov 2020 -- Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, unveiled a 56-page COVID Winter Plan to Parliament on Monday (November 23), effectively replacing the second lockdown with a "tougher" version of the old tiered system of restrictions.
British PM Lays Out Post-Lockdown Restrictions VOA 23 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has unveiled an updated plan for handling Britain's COVID-19 infection after the country's partial national lockdown is lifted December 2.
Boris Johnson beats hasty retreat over controversial devolution remarks Press TV 21 Nov 2020 -- Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has stepped back from his controversial comments on Scottish devolution, and now claims he supports the idea in principle.
Russia slaps sanctions on 25 British citizens Press TV 21 Nov 2020 -- Russia has slapped sanctions on 25 nationals of the United Kingdom in retaliation for British bans targeting the same number of Russian officials introduced some four months ago.
Russia Sanctions 25 British Citizens In Tit-For-Tat Move RFE/RL 21 Nov 2020 -- Russia has sanctioned 25 British citizens in response to punitive measures taken by London nearly five months ago against the same number of Russians for human rights violations.
UK Getting Ready to Roll Out Dual COVID-19, Flu Vaccination Program, Health Minister Says Sputnik 20 Nov 2020 -- The UK health minister, Matt Hancock, said on Friday that the National Health Service was getting ready to deliver a COVID-19 vaccination program in parallel with the flu inoculation within weeks, after the encouraging news from the developers of the Oxford and Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine candidates.
Five nations join forces to develop the Next Generation of Medium Multi-Role Helicopters NATO 20 Nov 2020 -- France, Germany, Greece, Italy and the United Kingdom announced the launch of a multinational project on Next-Generation Rotorcraft Capabilities on 19 November 2020.
UK PM announces largest military investment since Cold War Global Times 20 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Thursday the country's largest military investment in 30 years -- an extra 16.5 billion pounds (about 21.9 billion US dollars) in defence spending over next four years.
Welcoming a nationwide ceasefire in Libya UK FCDO 19 Nov 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador Jonathan Allen, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on Libya
New UK National Cyber Force to Combine Assets From Multiple Agencies, Ministry of Defence Says Sputnik 19 Nov 2020 -- The United Kingdom's proposed new National Cyber Force (NCF) will bring together assets and personnel from multiple intelligence agencies, including MI6, Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory at Porton Down, the Ministry of Defence said in a press release on Thursday.
Oral statement to Parliament - PM statement to the House on the Integrated Review: 19 November 2020 Gov.UK 19 Nov 2020 -- Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement to the House of Commons on the Integrated Review.
Defence secures largest investment since the Cold War UK MOD 19 Nov 2020 -- The Prime Minister has announced the biggest investment in the UK's Armed Forces since the end of the Cold War, confirming an injection of £16.5 billion over four years.
Britain's Johnson Proposes $21.8B Military Spending Increase VOA 19 Nov 2020 -- Britain has announced a $21.8 billion increase in military spending over the next four years, its largest such investment since the end of the Cold War. The government said it was needed to counter the multitude of threats the country faces.
Pentagon Praises Record UK Defense Budget Hike, Urges Other 'Free Nations' to Follow Suit Sputnik 19 Nov 2020 -- The British military is Washington's primary partner in some of its most important missions around the globe, and London's planned exit from the European Union is likely to push the two nations even closer.
US Applauds UK for Announcing Significant Defense Spending Boost, Acting Pentagon Chief Says Sputnik 19 Nov 2020 -- The United States has praised the United Kingdom's announcement to substantially increase its military spending and efforts to reaffirm its NATO commitment, according a statement from the acting US Secretary of Defense, Christopher Miller.
Statement From Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller on UK Announcement of Largest Military Investment in 30 Years DoD 18 Nov 2020
Putting the needs and security of Israelis and Palestinians first UK FCDO 18 Nov 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador Jonathan Allen, UK Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on the situation in the Middle East
UK records highest daily coronavirus-related death toll since May 6 Global Times 18 Nov 2020 -- The coronavirus-related deaths in Britain rose by 598 to 52,745, marking the highest daily number of fatalities since May 6, according to official figures released Tuesday.
Protocol on Gibraltar - unilateral statement by the UK UK FCDO 18 Nov 2020 -- UK statement following the second meeting of the UK-EU Specialised Committee via videoconference.
Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention - 18th Meeting of State Parties: UK statement UK FCDO 18 Nov 2020 -- Aidan Liddle, UK Permanent Representative to the Conference on Disarmament delivered this statement under agenda iteam 9(b) - Clearing mined areas and mine risk education and reduction: conclusions and recommendations related to the mandate of the committee on article 5 implementation
Defence Secretary's speech at the Defence Space Conference 2020 UK MOD 18 Nov 2020 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace talks about transforming in the new Space Age.
UK to Raise Defense Spending by $21.9 Billion in 4 Years, Prime Minister's Draft Speech States Sputnik 18 Nov 2020 -- The UK defense budget will be increased by 16.5 billion pounds ($21.9 billion) over the next four years, as part of a government plan to invest in next-generation military capability amid the COVID-19 pandemic. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce the move in Parliament on Thursday.
Keir Starmer and Boris Johnson clash over Scottish devolution Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- Labor leader, Keir Starmer, has added his voice to growing criticism of Prime Minister, Boris Johnson's description of Scottish devolution as a "disaster".
Brexit Talks Go Down to Wire as EU Faces Budget Crisis VOA 18 Nov 2020 -- Talks between Britain and the European Union over a trade deal are going down to the wire, as the end of the Brexit transition period on December 31 draws near.
UK reports 21,363 new COVID-19 cases, 213 new deaths SPA 17 Nov 2020 -- The United Kingdom reported 21,363 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, taking the country's cumulative total to over 1.39 million, according to Reuters.
Sturgeon Slaps Level Four COVID 'Jockdown' and Travel Ban on Glasgow and 10 Council Areas Sputnik 17 Nov 2020 -- Scotland's first minister said Glasgow, Stirling and parts of five Scottish shires will be raised to the second-highest level of coronavirus pandemic restrictions from Friday - affecting two in five of the country's population.
UK health secretary urges vigilance amid vaccine hopes People's Daily 17 Nov 2020 -- British Health Secretary Matt Hancock on Monday urged Britons to "remain vigilant" despite looming vaccine hopes and keep abiding by the restriction rules to curb the resurgence of coronavirus.
Royal Navy warship sails into Arctic Circle for High North operation UK MOD 17 Nov 2020 -- HMS Lancaster has completed three days of operations in the High North, marking the second time the Royal Navy has sailed into the Arctic Circle in two months.
EU fully "determined" to reach agreement with UK: spokesperson Global Times 17 Nov 2020 -- The European Union (EU) is "100 percent determined to reach an agreement" with the United Kingdom on their future relations, despite a presumed deadline drawing closer, an EU spokesperson said on Monday.
Welsh Tory leader contradicts Boris Johnson on devolution Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- The leader of the Welsh Tories has hit out at Boris Johnson's description of devolution as a "disaster".
Boris Johnson under fire for incendiary comments on Scottish devolution Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has been widely criticized for his chauvinistic and insensitive comments on Scottish devolution.
British PM Johnson: Giving Scotland Self-Governance Was 'Disaster' VOA 17 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson triggered anger Monday in Scotland when he called the decision to grant Scotland governing powers "a disaster," and said he did not support granting the nation any additional powers. The reported comments come as surveys show rising support for a second independence referendum.
Top Iran, UK diplomats discuss bilateral cooperation within JCPOA framework Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- The top Iranian and British diplomats have exchanged views on bilateral cooperation within the framework of the 2015 nuclear agreement between Tehran and world powers.
A Dozen Tory MPs Now Self-Isolating After PM Johnson Exposed to COVID-19 Sputnik 16 Nov 2020 -- PM Boris Johnson may become the first to answer Prime Minister's Questions via Zoom this week, after he was forced to self-isolate due to coming into contact with someone infected with coronavirus - with fellow Conservative MP Lee Anderson speculated to be the carrier.
UK to Launch Two COVID-19 'Megalabs' in England, Scotland in Early 2021 to Tackle Skyrocketing Cases Sputnik 16 Nov 2020 -- The facilities will back a rapid testing programme rolled out in early November aimed at tackling asymptomatic cases across England and Scotland, the government's health ministry said on Monday.
UK to Run Final Stage Clinical Trial of Janssen's COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate Sputnik 16 Nov 2020 -- The COVID-19 vaccine candidate being developed by the pharmaceutical company Janssen, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, will begin its phase three clinical trial across the United Kingdom on Monday with 6,000 voluntaries, the UK government announced.
Coronavirus cases reach record levels in divided London People's Daily 16 Nov 2020 -- The number of coronavirus cases diagnosed in London has reached record levels, but latest official figures showed that the British capital is a divided city, with a slowing in some boroughs but increases in others.
UK PM self-quarantining after coronavirus contact People's Daily 16 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is self-quarantining after coming into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, a Downing Street spokesman said in a statement Sunday.
Pursuing peace and stability in the Sahel UK FCDO 16 Nov 2020 -- Statement by Ambassador James Roscoe at the Security Council briefing on peace and security in Africa - G5 Sahel
Industry groups: 'No-deal' Brexit risks ports and customs checks chaos Press TV 16 Nov 2020 -- With hopes fading for a post-Brexit trade deal, an influential industry group has warned that some British ports will find it "impossible" to carry out their fundamental tasks.
Boris Johnson lowers expectations of Brexit trade negotiations breakthrough Press TV 16 Nov 2020 -- Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has significantly lowered expectations that a post-Brexit trade deal can be struck in the final weeks of the transition period.
Power Struggle at Downing Street Boosts Hopes of Brexit Deal VOA 16 Nov 2020 -- The departure from Downing Street of two of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's key aides, combined with the projected U.S. election outcome, is making it more likely that Britain will conclude a post-Brexit trade deal with the European Union, some British and EU officials suggest.
UK and EU officials issue complex messaging on post-Brexit trade deal Press TV 15 Nov 2020 -- As post-Brexit trade talks between the UK and the European Union (EU) reach make or break time, a leading British minister says outstanding differences "can be resolved" and a deal "can be done".
Coronavirus infections in prisons increase sharply in October Press TV 14 Nov 2020 -- Coronavirus infections are reportedly rampant across the UK prison service, but particularly in England and Wales.
UK Reports 26,860 New COVID Cases on Saturday, 462 Deaths SPA 14 Nov 2020 -- Britain reported 26,860 new cases of coronavirus today, on Saturday, down from 27,301 on Friday and the lowest number since Wednesday, according to Reuters.
Readout of Acting Secretary of Defense Mr. Christopher C. Miller Phone Call With U.K. Secretary of State for Defense Ben Wallace DoD 13 Nov 2020
Brexit Negotiations 'Held Hostage' by No.10 Infighting and Dominic Cummings, EU Officials Sputnik 13 Nov 2020 -- As the United Kingdom is set to leave the European Union's Single Market and Customs Union at the end of this year, top EU politicians have cited the presence of Boris Johnson's advisor Dominic Cummings as the leading cause of delayed trade negotiations.
UK coronavirus death toll tops 50,000 People's Daily 12 Nov 2020 -- The number of people who have died with coronavirus in Britain has passed 50,000, according to government figures released Wednesday.
UK's test, trace chief says program failed to predict demand People's Daily 11 Nov 2020 -- Britain's National Health Service (NHS) coronavirus test and trace program had failed to predict the scale of demand for testing as schools and universities returned this autumn, the head of the program said Tuesday.
UK records highest daily coronavirus death toll since mid-May People's Daily 11 Nov 2020 -- Another 532 people with coronavirus have died in Britain, marking the highest daily coronavirus death toll since mid-May, according to official figures released Tuesday.
Boris Johnson Says Pfizer Vaccine Not a 'Knockout Blow' to COVID-19 as MPs Fight Lockdown Extension Sputnik 11 Nov 2020 -- While England has been placed into a second lockdown amid resurgent coronavirus cases throughout the country as the Winter months draw closer, new trial results have seen hopes of a working vaccine becoming available next year appear more promising.
Irish foreign minister Coveney rules out Brexit trade deal this week Press TV 11 Nov 2020 -- As post-Brexit trade continue to unfold at a glacial pace the Irish foreign minister has ruled out a speedy breakthrough.
U.S. Condemns 'Arbitrary' Expulsion Of U.K. Diplomats From Belarus RFE/RL 11 Nov 2020 -- The United States has condemned the "harassment" and expulsion of two British diplomats from Belarus this week amid a deterioration in relations between Minsk and Western capitals over a disputed presidential election and authoritarian leader Alyaksandr Lukashenka's violent crackdown on postelection protests.
Expulsion of UK Diplomats from Belarus US Dept. of State 11 Nov 2020 -- The United States expresses solidarity with the United Kingdom and condemns the harassment and expulsion of two UK diplomats from Belarus on November 9.
UK Coronavirus Weekly Death Toll Surpasses 1,000 For First Time Since June Spike Sputnik 10 Nov 2020 -- Although Pfizer has confirmed that the company's coronavirus vaccine is more than 90% effective, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Monday "there's a long way to go" before the jabs will be available to Britons, adding that nationwide lockdown restrictions are needed in order to curb the growth in coronavirus cases.
UK PM warns against easing efforts to fight COVID-19 amid vaccine hopes Global Times 10 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday warned against relaxing efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic amid looming hopes of a vaccine.
Former Tory PM John Major warns of 'brutal' Brexit experience Press TV 10 Nov 2020 -- Former Tory Prime Minister, John Major, has upped the stakes in last minute trade negotiations with the European Union (EU) by warning that Brexit may be "even more brutal than expected".
Falklands finally landmine free thanks to UK-funded team UK FCDO 10 Nov 2020 -- A UK-funded programme which started in 2009 has completed its dangerous mission to de-mine the Falkland Islands three years ahead of schedule.
UK lashes out at Belarus over expulsion of 'diplomats' Press TV 10 Nov 2020 -- The British foreign policy and defense establishment has hit out at Belarus after the government in Minsk expelled two British diplomats.
Britain Expels Two Belarusian Diplomats In Tit-For-Tat Move RFE/RL 10 Nov 2020 -- Britain says it has expelled two Belarusian diplomats following the "unjustified expulsion" of two of its own diplomats by Minsk, amid a wave of protests across Belarus calling for the resignation of Alyaksandr Lukashenka following a presidential election in August that the West has refused to accept.
UK Expels 2 Belarusian Diplomats as Mirror Response to Minsk Actions, Foreign Secretary Says Sputnik 10 Nov 2020 -- After incumbent President Alexander Lukashenko won the vote by a landslide in August, several countries, including the UK, the US, as well as the European Union, criticised the Belarusian authorities for alleged election fraud and violence against protesters.
UK expels Belarusian diplomats in clear message to Lukashenko's regime UK FCDO 10 Nov 2020 -- Two Belarusian diplomats have been expelled from the UK today in response to the unjustified expulsion of two British diplomats from Belarus earlier this week.
UK PM warns against easing efforts to fight COVID-19 amid vaccine hopes People's Daily 10 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday warned against relaxing efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic amid looming hopes of a vaccine.
British Prime Minister Johnson Welcomes Pfizer/BioNTech Vaccine News VOA 09 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson welcomed the news from pharmaceutical company Pfizer that its potential vaccine showed better than 90% efficacy in Phase 3 tests. But he cautioned that a vaccine is still a long way off and that one vaccine is not a solution.
UK imposes stricter restrictions on Denmark visitors over mink COVID-19 fears People's Daily 09 Nov 2020 -- Freight drivers who are not British citizens and have been through Denmark in the last fortnight are warned they will be turned away from the British border, the BBC reported Sunday.
Post-Brexit trade negotiations resume amid political & diplomatic uncertainty Press TV 09 Nov 2020 -- British and European Union (EU) officials have resumed post-Brexit trade talks amid intensifying political and diplomatic uncertainty.
Britain Begins COVID Mass Testing in Liverpool VOA 07 Nov 2020 -- As Britain battles a surge in coronavirus infections with a nationwide monthlong lockdown, an ambitious mass testing pilot project has been launched in the northwestern city of Liverpool. Anyone who lives or works in the city and comes forward will be given a free test, whether they show symptoms of COVID-19 or not. Sabina Castelfranco has more from London.
Foreign Secretary statement on US Presidential Election UK FCDO 07 Nov 2020 -- Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab comments on result of the US Presidential Election.
UK PM Johnson Faces Backbench Revolt if He Pushes for COVID Lockdown Extension Sputnik 08 Nov 2020 -- British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab denied allegations by leading Conservative backbench MP Sir Graham Brady that the government was exaggerating the potential death toll from coronavirus to justify draconian lockdown measures.
Boris Johnson: 'significant differences' remain over post-Brexit trade deal Press TV 07 Nov 2020 -- With less than two months remaining before the expiry of the Brexit transition period, Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has said "significant differences" remain between the two parties in relation to forging a lasting trade deal.
UK government rules out Scottish independence referendum for 'generation' Press TV 07 Nov 2020 -- The Scottish Secretary, Alister Jack, has thrown down the gauntlet at both the Scottish government and the Scottish independence movement writ large, by dismissing the possibility of an independence referendum "for a generation".
Month-long coronavirus lockdown in England enough to "make a real impact": PM People's Daily 06 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday said that the month-long lockdown in England, which came into force earlier in the day, is enough to "make a real impact" and will end on Dec. 2 as planned.
British lawmakers pass England lockdown regulations Global Times 05 Nov 2020 -- British lawmakers on Wednesday voted in favor of the government's a month-long lockdown for England by 516 votes to 38, a majority of 478.
Ignoring COVID-19 Surge, London Revelers Swarm Bars Before Lockdown VOA 05 Nov 2020 -- People in London packed pubs and bars late Wednesday for one last drink before all of England shutdown for one month in an attempt to halt a surge in COVID-19 infections.
UK statement on the 31 October 2020 presidential elections in Côte d'Ivoire UK FCDO 05 Nov 2020 -- Minister for Africa James Duddridge gave a statement on Côte d'Ivoire's presidential election on 31 October 2020.
Britain Calls For New Vote In Belarus After 'Damning' Report On Rights Abuses RFE/RL 05 Nov 2020 -- British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is calling for new elections in Belarus after the publication of an independent report into the "falsified" presidential election in August and a brutal crackdown on postelection protests.
UK calls for fresh presidential elections in Belarus UK FCDO 05 Nov 2020 -- The Foreign Secretary welcomed the publication of an independent report into electoral fraud and human rights violations committed by the Belarusian authorities.
UK records highest single-day death toll from coronavirus since May People's Daily 04 Nov 2020 -- The coronavirus-related deaths in Britain rose by 397 to 47,250, the highest daily increase since May, according to official figures released Tuesday.
MPs vote for second coronavirus lockdown Press TV 04 Nov 2020 -- MPs have resoundingly voted to support Prime Minister, Boris Johnson's plan for a month-long lockdown beginning on Thursday (November 05).
British Parliament Approves Second National COVID-19 Lockdown VOA 04 Nov 2020 -- The British Parliament has approved a four-week coronavirus lockdown plan to begin Thursday morning.
UK Daily COVID-19 Death Toll Rises by 492, Most Since Mid-May SPA 04 Nov 2020 -- Britain recorded 492 new COVID-19 deaths today, on Wednesday, the biggest toll since May 13 and up from 397 on Tuesday, Reuters cited government data as showing.
UK faces "medical and moral disaster" without action over COVID-19, PM says People's Daily 03 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday defended his decision to impose a new lockdown on England, the second of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, saying that Britain could face a "medical and moral disaster" if nothing changes.
UK faces "medical and moral disaster" without action over COVID-19, PM says Global Times 03 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday defended his decision to impose a new lockdown on England, the second of its kind since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, saying that Britain could face a "medical and moral disaster" if nothing changes.
Britain Raises National Terror Alert Level to 'Severe' VOA 03 Nov 2020 -- Britain's Home secretary announced Tuesday the nation was raising its terrorism threat level from "substantial" to "severe" following recent terrorist activity in France and Austria.
UK Terror Threat Level Raised to 'Severe', Attack Considered 'Highly Likely' Sputnik 03 Nov 2020 -- Terrorist attacks across Europe have been ramping up in recent weeks, seeing four people killed on Monday near Vienna synagogue as well as multiple attacks in France during October.
UK raises terrorism threat level to 'severe' Press TV 03 Nov 2020 -- Following terrorist attacks in France and Austria, the UK has raised its terror threat level from "substantial" to "severe", which indicates that the security apparatus believes a terrorist attack is now "highly likely".
Londoners urged to unite as England enters second COVID-19 lockdown People's Daily 02 Nov 2020 -- London mayor Sadiq Khan has made an impassioned plea to Londoners to unite at a time of "crisis" as England prepares to enter a second national lockdown to quell the resurgence of coronavirus.
Month-long England lockdown could be extended: senior official People's Daily 02 Nov 2020 -- British Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove on Sunday admitted the month-long lockdown, which will be imposed in England on Thursday, could be extended if rates of infection do not fall sufficiently.
Britain Locks Down as Europe Becomes Pandemic Epicenter VOA 02 Nov 2020 -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is defending plans to impose a nationwide lockdown beginning Thursday, warning that a failure to act could cause up to twice as many deaths this winter as during the first wave in the spring.
Scotland's First Minister Considers Widespread Lockdown as COVID-19 Surges VOA 02 Nov 2020 -- Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon Monday she would not rule out shutting down all or part of the country to address a recent surge in new COVID-19 cases.
UK and France able to deploy a 10,000 strong joint military force in response to shared threats UK MOD 02 Nov 2020 -- This major milestone comes as the two countries commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Lancaster House defence and security, and nuclear treaties.
Britain Coronavirus Cases Surpass 1 Million VOA 01 Nov 2020 -- Britain Sunday became the ninth country with more than 1 million confirmed coronavirus cases.
UK confirmed coronavirus cases top one million Global Times 01 Nov 2020 -- Another 21,915 people in Britain have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 1,011,660, according to official figures released Saturday.
Michael Gove raises prospect of extended lockdown in England Press TV 01 Nov 2020 -- As senior Tories raise the prospect of rebellion over Boris Jonson's plan for a second lockdown, Michael Gove has added fuel to the fire by claiming the proposed shutdown could last more than a month.

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November 2020 - United Kingdom Special Weapons News