Andrew Pierce talks to biology professor James Naismith on the British Medical Journal's warning that Christmas celebrations could spark a surge in infection, and speaks to Robert Halfon, Chair of The Commons Education Select Committee, on a new plan to use rapid coronavirus tests in all English schools from January. Plus, 'tis the season to be merry - so Matthew Jukes has some tips on top Christmas wines!

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Andrew Pierce talks to microbiology expert Professor Brendan Wren on the new mutant strain of coronavirus spreading in Britain (and whether we should really be worried) and speaks to Polly Neate CBE, chief executive of Shelter, on whether the virus could cause an epidemic of homelessness this Christmas. Plus, a clever alternative to secret Santa which leaves you with a warm festive glow.

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Andrew Pierce gets two very different perspectives on the ongoing Brexit negotiations, from hardline Brexiteer Sir John Redwood, and outspoken Remainer Charlie Mullins, who says he'd prefer another pandemic to no-deal Brexit. Plus, Mayoral candidate Shaun Bailey on London's new Tier 3 restrictions... and the Santa school bringing Father Christmas direct to your living room this Christmas (in a Covid-secure way, of course).

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Jim White’s best bits this week, from Dr Ellie Cannon on how the vaccine rollout will really work, to best-selling crime author Nicci Gerard on how to get loved ones in care homes home for Christmas. Plus, youth Olympian DJ Renegade on why breakdancing will be the next Olympic sport.

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Jim White, standing in for Andrew Pierce, talks to Ryan Howsam, founder of travel insurer Staysure about what no-deal Brexit might mean for travellers next year, and speaks to Tim Foster of Yummypubs on the prospect of London being plunged into Tier 3 (and what it will mean for business). Plus, nature blogger Lucy Lapwing on how to spot birds in your garden this year. 

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Jim White, in for Andrew Pierce, talks to Marley Morris of the Institute for Public Policy Research on the risks (and possible benefits) of a Brexit no-deal, and speaks to Jim Killock of Open Rights Group on whether it is time for social media giant Facebook to be broken up. Plus, is there any real reason pubs have to shut early in the pandemic?

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Jim White talks to Mail on Sunday GP Dr Ellie Cannon on reports of allergic reactions to Pfizer's vaccine, and speaks to best-selling crime writer Nicci Gerard on why care home residents MUST come home for Christmas. Plus, youth Olympian DJ Renegade on breakdancing (sorry, 'breaking') becoming an Olympic sport.

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Jim White talks to Dr Gabriel Scally, member of the Independent Sage group, on a historic day in the battle against coronavirus, and speaks to sculptor Martin Jennings on the mysterious monoliths appearing around the world. Plus, as a million people turn to cannabis as a medicine in Britain, does it work?

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Jim White, standing in for Andrew Pierce talks to the Mail's Deputy Politics Editor John Stevens on the latest sticking points as Brexit negotiations enter their final days, and talks to Dan Martin of Elmtronics on a landmark day for electric vehicles in the UK. Plus, is the Pfizer vaccine already on sale on the darkweb?

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Andrew Pierce’s best bits this week, from Conservative MP Jake Berry on lockdowns in the north and why the Government hasn’t delivered on its promises, and Guy Adams on the dubious tactics used by BBC man Martin Bashir to secure his bombshell interviews. Plus, the Mail’s Jan Moir on the celebrities who might make good politicians (from Bill Nighy to Daniel Craig).

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