He says future lockdowns are less likely the more people, including 18-25-year olds, get vaccinated.
Covid: Professor Jonathan Van-Tam answers your questionsCovid: Professor Jonathan Van-Tam answers your questions
The deputy chief medical officer answers a range of questions about Covid from young audience members.
Covid-19: Biden tells states to offer $100 vaccine incentive as cases riseCovid-19: Biden tells states to offer $100 vaccine incentive as cases rise
The US president also announced that all federal workers must be vaccinated or subjected to testing.
Nightclubs start asking for NHS Covid pass in EnglandNightclubs start asking for NHS Covid pass in England
It comes as the Lib Dems demand MPs debate their use in England amid concerns over discrimination.
Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming of Black WidowScarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming of Black Widow
The star says box office takings for Black Widow were hit when it was streamed at the same time.
Marcus Coutain: Knee-on-neck arrest PC will not face disciplinary actionMarcus Coutain: Knee-on-neck arrest PC will not face disciplinary action
Footage showed Marcus Coutain asking an officer to “get off my neck” during his arrest in July 2020.
Storm Evert: South West braces for 75mph winds and heavy rainStorm Evert: South West braces for 75mph winds and heavy rain
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to hit the region.
NHS Covid-19 app pings rise by over 70,000 to new recordNHS Covid-19 app pings rise by over 70,000 to new record
The number of coronavirus alerts hits a new record, with nearly 690,000 sent in England and Wales.
Daphne Caruana Galizia: Malta responsible for journalist death – inquiryDaphne Caruana Galizia: Malta responsible for journalist death – inquiry
The results of an inquiry say officials could have prevented Daphne Caruana Galizia’s 2017 murder.
Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker and Chris Chibnall to leave in 2022Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker and Chris Chibnall to leave in 2022
The star of the BBC sci-fi drama series will bow out with a trio of specials.
Actor Bob Odenkirk ‘stable’ after collapsing on setActor Bob Odenkirk ‘stable’ after collapsing on set
The US actor is still in hospital after being rushed there from the set of Better Call Saul.
RNLI donations increase after migrant rescue criticismRNLI donations increase after migrant rescue criticism
The lifeboat charity says it has been “overwhelmed” by support after it released footage of Channel rescues.
Mikey Poulli: The young blind footballer backed by star playersMikey Poulli: The young blind footballer backed by star players
Mikey Poulli, who lost his sight due to a rare degenerative condition, dreams of playing for England.
In pictures: International Tiger Day 2021In pictures: International Tiger Day 2021
The annual event aims to raise awareness around the endangered big cats.
Rare Harry Potter book sells for £80k at Leyburn auctionRare Harry Potter book sells for £80k at Leyburn auction
The volume sold at auction in North Yorkshire for almost three times its estimated price.
Covid: The doctor sisters working through the pandemicCovid: The doctor sisters working through the pandemic
Caitlín and Megan Prosser have been supporting each other throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.
Author of Christmas letter to Santa found by chimney sweeps revealedAuthor of Christmas letter to Santa found by chimney sweeps revealed
Robert Crampton says he would like to be reunited with the hopeful note penned on his behalf.
Lily Parr: Unseen photos show first women’s football starsLily Parr: Unseen photos show first women’s football stars
They show superstar striker Lily Parr and her teammates at the height of their success in the 1930s.
Covid vaccines: Tourists head to the US to get vaccinatedCovid vaccines: Tourists head to the US to get vaccinated
Some tourists are spending thousands of dollars to travel to the US to get a coronavirus vaccine.
The Papers: Travel ‘hope’ and ‘health risk’ over quarantine endThe Papers: Travel ‘hope’ and ‘health risk’ over quarantine end
The papers cover the impact of the decision to ease quarantine for vaccinated US and EU travellers.
Pingdemic: Bar staff being told to delete NHS Covid-19 appPingdemic: Bar staff being told to delete NHS Covid-19 app
One in five hospitality workers are isolating, with some being told to delete the NHS Covid-19 app.
H.E.R. on shedding her anonymity and conquering R&BH.E.R. on shedding her anonymity and conquering R&B
For years the singer stayed in the shadows but after Grammy and Oscar wins she’s ready to be seen.
‘We lost our life savings in a cryptocurrency scam’‘We lost our life savings in a cryptocurrency scam’
A pensioner caught up in an investment saga lost it all, prompting warnings to others.
Gaza photographer hopes digital art boom can help raise aid moneyGaza photographer hopes digital art boom can help raise aid money
A Palestinian photographer wants to help children by selling an image from May’s conflict.
South Africa riots: The inside story of Durban’s week of anarchySouth Africa riots: The inside story of Durban’s week of anarchy
The worst unrest since white-minority rule ended has left deep scars, especially in the coastal city of Durban.
Music industry turns to livestreaming to boost revenueMusic industry turns to livestreaming to boost revenue
Festivals, DJs and musicians are all using new tech to entertain fans and make money during Covid.
My Money: ‘I had forgotten how it all adds up’My Money: ‘I had forgotten how it all adds up’
Marketeer Toni says being able to socialise more and meet colleagues is pushing her spending higher.
Canoe slalom silver & shooting bronze after medal misses – what happened on day six?Canoe slalom silver & shooting bronze after medal misses – what happened on day six?
Mallory Franklin wins canoe slalom silver and shooter Matthew Coward-Holley claims trap bronze for Team GB on day six of the Olympics.
Erasmus records hour-long video demanding ‘equal chance’ from Lions Test officialsErasmus records hour-long video demanding ‘equal chance’ from Lions Test officials
South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus records an hour-long video monologue railing against the refereeing in his side’s first-Test defeat by the British and Irish Lions.
Aberdeen survive Hacken scare to progress in Europa Conference League – highlights & reportAberdeen survive Hacken scare to progress in Europa Conference League – highlights & report
Aberdeen were “victims of our own success”, says manager Stephen Glass, after his side progressed in the Europa Conference League despite a second-leg defeat by BK Hacken.