The delay difficult to justify. The government argues the longer gap can saves lives by allowing more people to receive a first jab more quickly. Our Health Correspondent Anna Collinson reports. Its the largest Vaccination Programme in british history and to many so far, its been a success but there are calls for the Pfizer Biontech second dose to be given more quickly. The manufacturers have no data to back up the 12 week delay and some senior doctors want it reduced to six weeks. That would still allow many more people to have a first dose compared to a three week interval, but at least it will be in keeping with International Best practice guidance. There is no other nation internationally that has adopted a 12 week delay. During yesterdays downing street briefing, englands chief medical officer said extending the gap to 12 weeks was a Public Health decision, a view many agree with. I totally support the decision to extend the gap between doses. I think, looking at the evidence in t
Have been the biggest upset in fa cup history, Manchester City eventually beat cheltenham, but only after the League Two Side gave them a scare. Good morning. Well, it is going to be a snow day for some of you today across england and wales, with scenes like these. Further north of scotland and Northern Ireland, brighter with sunshine, but still a few snow showers around as well. Ill have the all important Weather Forecast coming up a bit later on. Its sunday, the 24th of january. Our main story one of the governments top scientists is urging people to abide by all coronavirus restrictions, even if theyve been fully vaccinated. Englands deputy chief medical officer, Professorjonathan Van Tam, said it is possible they can still pass the virus on even if they are protected against falling ill themselves. Efforts to step up the innoculation drive are continuing, with another raft of Vaccination Centres opening this week. Danjohnson has this report. Here is a historical setting for the mos
This is bbc news the headlines. A dramatic rescue in china as 11 gold miners whod been trapped underground for two weeks are brought out alive. A warning from englands deputy chief medical officer that you could still pass on the virus even if youre fully vaccinated. Anger in europe over vaccine delays italy accuses pfizer and astrazeneca of serious contract violations. New zealand confirms its first coronavirus case in months, which appears to have slipped through the countrys rigorous quarantine system. And borisjohnson becomes the first european leader to speak to the new us president , joe biden, since he entered the white house. Sport now, and for a full round up from the bbc sport centre, heres jane dougall. Starting with the cricket . Thats correct, yes. An impressive innings for england captainjoe root whos on 137 at tea. England fans heaving a sigh of relief after losing two wickets in quick succession early on day three of the second test against sri lanka in galle. Root lost
The draw for the FA Cup fifth round was made two weeks ago, at the same time as the fourth round draw.
Now, with nearly all fourth round ties complete, the final fixture list for the next stage of this year s competition is coming together.
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Soccer Football - FA Cup - Fourth Round - Manchester United v Liverpool - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - January 24, 2021 Manchester United s Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their third goal [Pool via REUTERS/Martin Rickett]
FA Cup fifth round fixtures