Covid-19: UK’s vaccine pledge and volunteers join booster jab trial
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning. …
The UK economy grew 2.3% in April, its highest monthly rate since July last year, according to the Office for National Statistics. It says consumers bought more cars and increased spending both on the High Street and in pubs, cafes and restaurants. Despite the surge in activity, the UK economy is still 3.7% below its pre-pandemic peak.