This is bbc news with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the world. The uk government defends its rationing of coronavirus testing in some areas, which has left some people with symptoms having to drive more than a hundred miles for a swab. If people need a test, the vast majority get it quickly close to home. But when those Testing Centres are full, then obviously people are offered a test at the nearest place at which one is available. And if youve been asked to travel a considerable distance for a test in the uk, please do get in touch. On twitter, its Annita Mcveigh or bbcyourquestions. Leading figures in uk aviation accuse the government of overseeing the demise of the industry due
to the lack of testing at airports. Russia demands to see the evidence that the opposition activist, Alexei Navalny, was poisoned with a novichok nerve agent. A rescue operation is under way after a ship carrying more than a0 crew and nearly 6,000 cattle has gone missing off the coast
Get that doesnt look like it will get in until monday night. Mid to high teens at the best. Hello, this is bbc news, the headlines. University lecturers warn a Million Students due to return for the autumn term should study from home because of coronavirus. We are really worried that we could see universities becoming the care home of any second wave of coronavirus in the uk. Tens of thousands of people are expected to take to the streets of minsk to protest at what they believe is the rigged re election of the belarus prime minister. European countries are urged to offer a place of safety to hundreds of migrants rescued by ships in the mediterranean including one paid for by the street artist banksy. Fire has destroyed much of a large tower block in the spanish capital madrid. More than 20 fire crews needed to tackle the blaze. There are no reports of any injuries. Now on bbc news. Another chance tojoin mike corey in this classic travel show episode as he travels across malaysias bigg
Tonight at six deadlock continues in the post brexit trade talks, with fundamental differences remaining between the uk and the eu. Downing street has made clear that the uk is ready to walk away from the talks, but, for now, negotiations continue in brussels. Can you tell us about any progress, if a deals still possible . Were still working very hard. Id like to be giving more positive news, but, at the moment, these negotiations seem stalled and the barriers to progress are still very much in place. Well have the latest from our correspondents in brussels and westminster. Also tonight. Ready to roll out the vaccine tomorrow the firstjabs will be administered in hospitals around the uk. Hashem abedi, the brother of the Manchester Arena suicide bomber,
finally admits from prison that he helped to plan the attack. A glimmer of hope for debenhams as mike ashley founder of Sports Direct confirms hes in talks for a last minute rescue. Rugby leagues Kevin Sinfield completes seven marathons
Today at six, growing pressure on ministers to change their minds about relaxing covid rules for christmas. Were all getting in the festive mood but leading medical experts say lives could be lost. Our Health System is not going to manage if we allow the current trend to continue on top of the super spread event that will be these five days at christmas. The decorations are up, and the presents are ready but what if it all falls through . The turkey is on order, 15 lb turkey, if theres onlyjill and i for christmas dinner, thats a hell of a lot of turkey to eat, you know. Also on tonights programme. Classroom covid as one in five secondary pupils in england stays away,
the government announces mass testing in schools next month. Protecting Children Online a new law could mean tech giants losing billions in fines. Workers in the Hospitality Business are the worst hit as the jobless total rises to 1. 7 million. One man and his very special guide dog dave kent is planning a christmas surpr