21 June: End of England’s Covid lockdown could be delayed by one month

The US president says increasing them to 50% will protect local industry and reduce reliance on China.

Downing Street says ministers approved the expansion after accusing Iran of “reckless strikes”.

The latest figures come amid concern over a recent small rise in cases linked to the Indian variant.

The director general says “mistakes have been made” but “allegations that BBC News is institutionally biased are wrong”.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s dedication to duty was praised at a memorial service at Westminster Abbey.

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United with immediate effect.