And storm bella blows in with 100 mile an hour winds, adding to flooding chaos. Good evening. Theres more evidence tonight of the intense pressure on the nhs as covid 19 infections continue to rise right across the uk. The London Ambulance service says boxing day was one of the busiest ever days in its history, with many calls due to the usual winter pressures but compounded by the coronavirus. And in scotland, Doctors Say Health services could be overwhelmed if the relaxation of covid restrictions for christmas triggers a surge in cases. The warnings come as the latest government figures show the number of new infections is increasing. There were 30,501 new cases recorded in the latest 24 hour period. But the true number is likely to be higher, as some parts of the uk havent reported their numbers. 316 deaths were recorded, of people whod died within 28 days of a positive covid 19 test, taking the total across the uk to 70,752. With more on the strain on the nhs, heres our corresponde
We begin with breaking news this hour President Trump has approved a 2 trillion Government Spending and coronavirus stimulus package days after objecting to elements of the bill. The new law will not only support people and businesses threatened by the pandemic, it will also ensure the government remains open. In a statement, mr trump said it was his responsibility to protect americans from the economic devastation and ha rdship caused by the coronavirus. He also said that he has told congress that he wants far less wasteful spending and more money going to the American People in the form of 2,000 per adult and 600 per child. Daniel lippman is the White House Reporter for politico. He joins us from washington. President trump signed this and says it is his response ability but clearly not happy with it still. They talk about how they should write against big tech in this rambling statement that had some typos stop it called operation war, project warp speed, that is the government plan
Storm bella brings gusts of more than a hundred miles an hour, with roads in parts of wales, and devon and cornwall blocked by falling trees. And after 80 years working in the same post office in a village in shropshire, postmistress kay white finally retires. Good afternoon. Borisjohnson has promised that big changes are on the way for the uk following his brexit deal with the European Union. In an interview with the sunday telegraph, he said he wants to focus on leveling up the country and spreading opportunity across the uk. Mrjohnson said the brexit deal would provide new regulatory freedoms to deliver for people who felt left behind. But some fishing leaders have accused him of caving in to the eu and sacrificing their interests. Mps will vote on the deal in parliament on 30th december. Our Business Correspondent Vivienne Nunis has more. It is now 2a hours since the government published its 1200 page trade deal with brussels. This morning, the chancellor was quick to dispel fears
Hello and welcome if youre watching in the uk or around the world. Borisjohnson has promised that big changes are on the way for the uk following his brexit deal with the European Union. In an interview with the sunday telegraph, he said he wants to focus on leveling up the country and spreading opportunity across the uk. Mrjohnson said the brexit deal would provide new regulatory freedoms to deliver for people who felt left behind. But some fishing leaders have accused him of caving in to the eu and sacrificing their interests. Mps will vote on the deal in parliament on 30th december. Our Business Correspondent Vivienne Nunis has more. Its now 2a hours since the government published its 1,200 page trade deal with brussels. This morning, the chancellor was quick to dispel fears the uk might be economically worse off under this new trading relationship with the eu. For those who were anxious about the economic implications of leaving, they should be enormously reassured. The Free Trade
And after 80 years working in the same post office in a village in shropshire, postmistress kay white finally retires. Hello, and welcome if youre watching in the uk or around the world. Good afternoon. Borisjohnson has promised that big changes are on the way for the uk following his brexit deal with the European Union. In an interview with the sunday telegraph, he said he wants to focus on leveling up the country and spreading opportunity across the uk. Mrjohnson said the brexit deal would provide new regulatory freedoms to deliver for people who felt left behind. But some fishing leaders have accused him of caving in to the eu and sacrificing their interests. Mps will vote on the deal in parliament on 30 december. Our Business Correspondent Vivienne Nunis has more. We will bring that to you as soon as we will bring that to you as soon as we can. Health officials in south wales have thanked medical students whove responded to an appeal for volunteers to help in intensive care departm