Chief Whip defends stance on MP rape arrest

Business minister dismisses reports of over 50s lockdown

Business Minister Nadhim Zahawi has dismissed reports that the government is considering a lockdown for over-50s, insisting their policy is to respond to local outbreaks and use test and trace. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Business minister 'right to wait' for police over rape claim

Business Minister Nadhim Zahawi says it is right to wait for the police to conclude their investigations before the Chief Whip makes a decision on whether to suspend the MP who has been arrested over rape allegations. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Matt Hancock announces new Covid-19 testing programme

Matt Hancock has announced two tests which can detect coronavirus and flu are to be rolled out. The tests promise results in 90 minutes and can even be conducted by people without medical training. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Prince William hosts outdoor FA Cup final viewing

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge has hosted an outdoor FA Cup final viewing in Sandringham today. He discussed the "Head's Up" campaign, which promotes open discussion about mental health through the vehicle of football, and how plans for the campaign had been hampered by the coronavirus pandemic. Report by Connerv. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn