i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at eight. pressure grows on the government over its pay offer to health service staff in england, more unions have joined the backlash. actually the pandemic really only enhances the case for a pay rise for nhs staff. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside the ibrox stadium in glasgow, despite lockdown rules — the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence during the first ever papal visit to iraq. 5249. the bill amended is passed! applause 50-49. the us senate passes president biden�*s 1.9 trillion dollar covid relief plan by a single vote. the duke and duchess of cambridge talk about the impact of the pandemic in a special programme on the commonwealth. and coming up in half an hour — are we seeing a vaccine apartheid unfold, as less wealthy nations miss out on supplies? find out more in global questions. good evening. welcome to bbc news. the group representing health service trusts, nhs providers, has

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak.zanin zaghari—ratcliffe, as she is released from house arrest in iran. but a new court case against her is scheduled for next week. it's not the release we wanted. it's not that ticket home and her passport back in coming back to us. schools in england re—open to all pupils tomorrow — the first step in easing the coronavirus lockdown. the queen stresses the importance of staying in touch with friends and family in a message to mark commonwealth day — just hours before the duke and duchess of sussex�*s interview with oprah winfrey.

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak.st the headlines. pressure grows on the government over its pay offer to health service staff in england. more unions have joined the backlash. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside the ibrox stadium in glasgow, despite lockdown rules — the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence, during the first ever papal visit to iraq. the us senate passes president biden�*s 1.9 trillion

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7:00pm. the government warns the european union, that any attempt to block the export of doses of coronavirus vaccine to the uk would be "counterproductive". yesterday saw another record—breaking number of vaccinations in the uk — nearly 900,000 administered — but a warning that facemasks and some social distancing could be with us, for years. meanwhile, wore questions over whether people can plan forforeign holidays. i think it would be premature to do that. it would be potentially risky. we are seeing growing variants. we have done a huge amount of work, the taxpayer, the nhs staff, my constituents who have been in lockdown since september in preston and i don't want us to throw that away. a snapshot of life in england, wales and northern ireland — today's the deadline for millions of people to take part in a once—in—a—decade census. parts of australia have been hit by the worst flooding in a century. and more torrential rain is forecast. the australian prime minister has offered emergency

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak.the headlines. two police officers are in hospital after clashes with hundreds of protesters in bristol. it happened after a rally against plans to limit demonstrations turned violent. the government warns the european union, that any attempt to block the export of doses of coronavirus vaccine to the uk would be "counterproductive".

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak.lines. more than 30 million people in the uk have now had theirfirst coronavirus vaccination ahead of a loosening of lockdown restrictions in england tomorrow. groups of up to six people, or two households, will be able to meet outside. security forces in myanmar have fired on mourners at the funeral of a person killed in saturday's democracy protests. at least two deaths have been reported at demonstrations. more than 100 protesters were killed on saturday. mexico has revised figures showing the number of deaths from coronavirus is 60% higher than previously reported. more than 320,000 mexicans are now believed to have died. the suez canal authority says attempts to refloat the giant

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak.cliffe, as she is released from house arrest in iran. but a new court case against her is scheduled for next week.

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak. we'll be taking a look at tomorrow morning's papers in a moment with tony grew and caroline frost. first, the headlines. hopes for nazanin zaghari—ratcliffe, as she is released from house arrest in iran. but a new court case against her is scheduled for next week. it's not the release we wanted. it's not that ticket home and her passport back and coming back to us. schools in england re—open to all pupils tomorrow — the first step in easing the coronavirus lockdown. the queen stresses the importance of staying in touch with friends and family in a message to mark commonwealth day, just hours before the duke and duchess of sussex's interview with oprah winfrey. pope francis on the final day of his visit to iraq, greeted by thousands for an outdoor mass in irbil. hello and welcome to our look ahead to what the papers will be bringing us tomorrow. with me are parliamentaryjournalist tony grew and journalist and broadcaster caroline frost. hello to you both. our chat in a moment. first up

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7.e, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid — as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at the moment we are on track, so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out we are confident both in going ahead with the easings from tomorrow and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline. efforts continue to dislodge the ship that's blocking the suez canal — there are hopes an evening high tide might help to re—float the vessel.

hello, this is bbc news with me, lukwesa burak. the headlines: the government warns the european union that any attempt to block the export of doses of coronavirus vaccine to the uk would be "counterproductive". yesterday saw another record—breaking number of vaccinations in the uk — nearly 850,000 — but there's a warning that face masks and some social distancing could be with us for years. it comes as the government faces further questions over plans to extend the ban on holidays abroad this summer. a snapshot of life in england, wales and northern ireland — today's the deadline for millions of people to take part in a once in a decade census. of people to take part homes washed away in australia, as heavy rain and flash floods batter the east coast — thousands of people are ordered to evacuate. forecasters have warned more rain is expected to fall in the coming days. for months, tens of thousands of farmers have been protesting in india. their movement has attracted global support, from celebrities including rihanna, lily singh,

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7. more than 30 million people in the uk have now received their first covid vaccine dose, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid — as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at the moment we are on track, so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out we are confident both in going ahead with the easings from tomorrow and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline. efforts continue to dislodge the ship that's blocking the suez canal — there are hopes an evening high tide might help to re—float the vessel. coming up at 7:30 — the click team looks at how the pandemic has changed the way we access health services — and if that's set to stay. and at 7:45 — we'll have all of today's sports news — as lewis hamilton triu

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7...o health service staff in england. more unions have joined the backlash. actually the pandemic really only enhances the case for a pay rise for nhs staff. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside ibrox stadium in glasgow despite lockdown rules. the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence during the first ever papal visit to iraq. the duke and duchess of cambridge talk about the impact of the pandemic in a special programme on the commonwealth. and coming up in sportsday... england slump to defeat in the test series in india.

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at seven...ut a new court case against her is scheduled for next week. it's not the release we wanted. it is not _ it's not the release we wanted. it is not that— it's not the release we wanted. it is not that ticket home and the passport— is not that ticket home and the passport back and her coming home to us. schools in england re—open to all pupils tomorrow — the first step to easing the coronavirus lockdown. the queen stresses the importance of staying in touch with friends and family — in a message to mark commonwealth day, coming just hours before the duke and duchess of sussex's interview with oprah winfrey. pope francis on the final day of his visit to iraq — greeted by thousands for an outdoor mass in irbil.

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at eight.ave joined the backlash. actually the pandemic really only enhances the case for a pay rise for nhs staff. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside the ibrox stadium in glasgow, despite lockdown rules — the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence during the first ever papal visit to iraq. 5249. the bill amended is passed! applause

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at seven.in wales — the first uk nation to lift travel restrictions within its borders. borisjohnson says england's road map out of lockdown remains on track — as it's revealed covid booster jabs may be available as early as september. mp kenny macaskill says he will quit the snp to stand for election within alex salmond's new party. it's a party for those who support the cause of independence, and who want to make sure that we grasp that nettle, which is badly required because of the risks and challenges that we face. the un says its received "shocking" reports of violence in myanmar — around 90 pro—democracy protestors are reported to have been killed by security forces.

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7:00pm.o block the export of doses of coronavirus vaccine to the uk would be "counterproductive". yesterday saw another record—breaking number of vaccinations in the uk — nearly 900,000 administered — but a warning that facemasks and some social distancing could be with us, for years. meanwhile, wore questions over whether people can plan forforeign holidays. i think it would be premature to do that. it would be potentially risky. we are seeing growing variants. we have done a huge amount of work, the taxpayer, the nhs staff, my constituents who have been in lockdown since september in preston and i don't want us to throw that away.

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7.e now had a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine — the health secretary hails �*a phenomenal achievement�*. the vaccination programme is our route out of the pandemic. it will help us to protect people and we know that these vaccines protect you and we also know that they protect those around you. europe braces itself for a third wave of coronavirus infections — with fresh lockdowns in france and poland. government science advisors warn that summer holidays overseas are "extremely unlikely" this year because of the risk of travellers bringing coronavirus variants back to the uk. protesters opposed to the coronavirus lockdown march through central london. police have made several arrests.

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak. we'll be taking a look at tomorrow morning's papers in a moment withjohn rentoul and lynn davidson. first, the headlines. pressure grows on the government over its pay offer to health service staff in england. more unions have joined the backlash. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside the ibrox stadium in glasgow, despite lockdown rules. the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence, during the first ever papal visit to iraq. 50, 49. the bill as amended is passed. applause. the us senate passes president biden's $1.9 trillion covid relief plan by a single vote. the duke and duchess of cambridge talk about the impact of the pandemic in a special programme on the commonwealth. hello and welcome to our look ahead to what the papers will be bringing us tomorrow. joining me are the political commentator and former conservative adviser lynn davidson and john rentoul, chief political commentator at t

i'm lukwesa burak.e'll be taking a look at tomorrow morning's papers in a moment withjohn stevens and benedicte paviot — first the headlines. more than 30 million people in the uk have now received their first covid vaccine dose, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid — as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at the moment, we are on track. so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out, we are confident both in going ahead with the easings from tomorrow, and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline. efforts continue to dislodge the ship that's blocking the suez canal. there are hopes an evening high tide might help to re—float the vessel. hello and welcome to our look ahead to what the the papers will be bringing us tomorrow

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at eight.ase against her is scheduled for next week. it's not the release we wanted. it is not that ticket home and the passport back and her coming home to us. schools in england re—open to all pupils tomorrow — the first step to easing the coronavirus lockdown. the queen stresses the importance of staying in touch with friends and family — in a message to mark commonwealth day, coming just hours before the duke and duchess of sussex�*s interview with oprah winfrey. pope francis on the final day of his visit to iraq, greeted by thousands for an outdoor mass in irbil.

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8.o the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at to lift lockdown are on target. the moment, we are to at the moment, we are one, so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out, we are confident in going ahead with the easing from tomorrow and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline.

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8pm.alth secretary hails "a phenomenal achievement". the vaccination programme is our route out of the pandemic. it will help us to protect people and we know that these vaccines protect you and we also know that they protect those around you. europe braces itself for a third wave of coronavirus infections — with fresh lockdowns in france and poland. government science advisers warn that summer holidays overseas, are "extremely unlikely" this year, because of the risk of travellers bringing coronavirus variants back to the uk. protesters opposed to the coronavirus lockdown march through central london. police have made several arrests. a volcano has erupted south—west of iceland's capital, reykjavik —

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7.ore than 30 million people in the uk have now received their first covid vaccine dose, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid — as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at the moment we are on track, so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out we are confident both in going ahead with the easings from tomorrow and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline. efforts continue to dislodge the ship that's blocking the suez canal — there are hopes an evening high tide might help to re—float the vessel. now on bbc news. click visits the aboriginal and torres strait islander communities in australia where suicide rates amongst young people are very high, to look at whether tech can offer some help. hey, welcome to

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8.coronavirus vaccine to the uk, would be "counterproductive". yesterday saw another record—breaking number of vaccinations in the uk — nearly 850,000 administered — but a warning that facemasks and some social distancing could be with us for years. it comes as more questions are raised over whether people can plan forforeign holidays this summer. i think it would be premature to do that. it would be potentially risky stop we are seeing growing variants. we have done a huge amount of work, the taxpayer to my nhs staff, my constituency being in lockdown since september, and i don't want us to throw that away.

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 10pm.se of a coronavirus vaccine — the health secretary hails "a phenomenal achievement". the vaccination programme is our route out of the pandemic. it will help us to protect people and we know that these vaccines protect you, and we also know that they protect those around you. europe braces itself for a third wave of coronavirus infections — with fresh lockdowns in france and poland. government science advisors warn that summer holidays overseas, are "extremely unlikely" this year — because of the risk of travellers bringing coronavirus variants back to the uk. protesters opposed to the coronavirus lockdown march through central london.

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak. we'll be taking a look at tomorrow morning's papers in a moment, withjohn stevens and benedicte paviot. first, the headlines. more than 30 million people in the uk have now had theirfirst coronavirus vaccination ahead of a loosening of lockdown restrictions in england tomorrow. groups of up to six people, or two households, will be able to meet outside. security forces in myanmar have fired on mourners at the funeral of a person killed in saturday's democracy protests. at least two deaths have been reported at demonstrations. more than 100 protesters were killed on saturday. mexico has revised figures showing the number of deaths from coronavirus is 60% higher than previously reported. more than 320,000 mexicans are now believed to have died. the suez canal authority says attempts to refloat the giant container ship blocking the waterway will continue around the clock. they're hoping high tide may help. hello and welcome to our look ahead to what the the papers will be bringing us tom

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8pm...ns within its borders. borisjohnson says england's roadmap out of lockdown remains on track — as it's revealed covid boosterjabs may be available as early as september. mp kenny macaskill says he will quit the snp to stand for election within alex salmond's new party. it's a party for those who support the cause of independence, and who want to make sure that we grasp that nettle, which is badly required because of the risks and challenges that we face. the un says its received shocking reports of violence in myanmar — around 90 pro—democracy protestors are reported to have been killed by security forces. work continues to refloat the giant container ship blocking

i'm lukwesa burak with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the world.le in police custody. their lawyer says it's just a starting point. it is the policy reforms that affects all of us. the leaders of australia, india, japan and the united states — who call themselves �*the quad' — end their first—ever summit with a pledge to "re—double their commitment" to the alliance. a serving british police officer, has been charged with the kidnap and murder, of sarah everard — whose disappeared in london last week.

i'm lukwesa burak.he headlines: more than 30 million people in the uk have now received their first covid vaccine dose, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to squander the progress made against covid — as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at the moment, we are on track. so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out, we are confident both in going ahead with the easings from tomorrow, and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline. efforts continue to dislodge the ship that's blocking the suez canal. there are hopes an evening high tide might help to re—float the vessel. now on bbc news, the travel show meets the tourism professionals facing an uncertain future more than a year into the global pandemic. this week on the show, working in travel through a year of lockd

this is bbc new, i'm lukwesa burak with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the worldmer first minister, alex salmond, launches a new pro—independence party to contest the holyrood elections in may. we intend to contribute to policy ideas to assist scotland's economic recovery and help build an independence platform to face new political realities. borisjohnson says he'll stand firmly by british citizens, who've had sanctions imposed on them by china, which accuses them of spreading lies about abuses of uighur muslims. and, ballet in the park — dancers in new york have found

i'm lukwesa burak.hquakes, 20 miles south of the ice lane 0 place the opening of both of the last eruption happened eight centuries ago but that period of rest may be coming to an end. after days of intense seismic activity. normally there are around 1000 small earthquakes a year. but there have been more than 20,000 in the past ten days. including 3000 on friday alone. leading scientists to believe that interruption is imminent. it is fracturing- — that interruption is imminent. it is fracturing- it _ that interruption is imminent. it is fracturing. it is _ that interruption is imminent. it is fracturing. it is so _ that interruption is imminent. it 3 fracturing. it is so close to the surface, we have to take it seriously and the possibility that a new eruption can occur. the seriously and the possibility that a new eruption can occur.— new eruption can occur. the close vicini is new eruption can occur. the close vicinity is uninhabited _ new eruption can occur. the close vicinity is uninhabited and -

hello this is bbc news with lukwesa burak. the headlines... for nazanin zaghari—ratcliffe, as she is released from house arrest in iran. but a new court case against her is scheduled for next week it's not the release we wanted. it's not that ticket home and her passport back and coming back to us. schools in england re—open to all pupils tomorrow — the first step in easing the coronavirus lockdown. the queen stresses the importance of staying in touch with friends and family in a message to mark commonwealth day, just hours before the duke and duchess of sussex's interview with oprah winfrey. pope francis on the final day of his visit to iraq, greeted by thousands for an outdoor mass in irbil. now on bbc news, ade adepitan looks back at some of the travel show�*s top european adventures, including rajan datar testing a ferrari—themed roller—coaster in spain. this week, a look back at some of our favourite european adventures. we test drive the continent's fastest and highest ride... ..watch some masterpiece maintenance in the netherlands. it

this is bbc new, i'm lukwesa burak with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the world. authorities in berlin declare france a high risk area for coronavirus, requiring all travellers to be tested and quarantined upon arrival in germany. scotland's former first minister, alex salmond, launches a new pro—independence party to contest the holyrood elections in may. we intend to contribute to policy ideas to assist scotland's economic recovery and help build an independence platform to face new political realities. borisjohnson says he'll stand firmly by british citizens, who've had sanctions imposed on them by china, which accuses them of spreading lies about abuses of uighur muslims. and, ballet in the park — dancers in new york have found a place to perform in the pandemic to the delight of passers—by. hello and welcome to our viewers in the uk and around the world. germany has imposed travel restrictions on france, declaring the country a "high risk" area for coronavirus infections. people arriving in germany from france will now need to show a negative covid test and

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 10pm. reaching a milestone — half of all adults in the uk have now had a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine — the health secretary hails "a phenomenal achievement". the vaccination programme is our route out of the pandemic. it will help us to protect people and we know that these vaccines protect you, and we also know that they protect those around you. europe braces itself for a third wave of coronavirus infections — with fresh lockdowns in france and poland. government science advisors warn that summer holidays overseas, are "extremely unlikely" this year — because of the risk of travellers bringing coronavirus variants back to the uk. protesters opposed to the coronavirus lockdown march through central london. police have made several arrests. a volcano has erupted south—west of iceland's capital, reykjavik — the first eruption in that area of iceland for 800 years. down to the wire in paris — france beat wales in a decisive match. and we'll be taking an in—depth look at the papers wit

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8pm... lockdown eases in wales — the first uk nation to lift travel restrictions within its borders. borisjohnson says england's roadmap out of lockdown remains on track — as it's revealed covid boosterjabs may be available as early as september. mp kenny macaskill says he will quit the snp to stand for election within alex salmond's new party. it's a party for those who support the cause of independence, and who want to make sure that we grasp that nettle, which is badly required because of the risks and challenges that we face. the un says its received shocking reports of violence in myanmar — around 90 pro—democracy protestors are reported to have been killed by security forces. work continues to refloat the giant container ship blocking egypt's suez canal —— 1a tug boats are now involved in the operation. and at 8—30, talking movies looks ahead to this year's oscars — which, due to the pandemic, will be unlike any previous academy awards ceremony you've seen. that evening and welcome to

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. our top stories... authorities in berlin declare france a high risk area for coronavirus, requiring all travellers to be tested and quarantined upon arrival in germany. scotland's former first minister alex salmond launches a new pro—independence party to contest the holyrood elections in may. we attempt to contribute policy idea to assist scotland's economic recovery and help build an independence platform to face new political realities. borisjohnson says he'll stand firmly by british citizens, who've had sanctions imposed on them by china, which accuses them of spreading lies about abuses of uighur muslims. and, ballet in the park — dancers in new york have found a place to perform in the pandemic to the delight of passers—by. hello and welcome to our viewers in the uk and around the world. germany has imposed travel restrictions on france, declaring the country a "high risk" area for coronavirus infections. people arriving in germany from france will now need to show a negative covid test and go int

you're watching the bbc news with lukwesa burak. ore than 100 british schools and universities have beennonymous accounts of sexual abuse. several independent schools have been accused of failing to deal with a "rape culture" in claims written on the everyone's invited' site. the metropolitan police are now reviewing testimonies provided on the website. soma sara is the founder of �*everyone's invited' and explained a little earlier why she set up the site. i she set up the site. created this website on instagi back i created this website on instagram backin i created this website on instagram back injune after i had many conversations with friends. and we just realise that so many of us had had these shared experiences of sexual violence and abuse in rape culture growing up throughout teenage years. in response to that i decided to post my own experiences on my instagram. i was overwhelmed with we are encouraged by the response we have seen so far and the dialogue between students, heads, parents and teachers, it is amazing to see so many engaging in this dialogue and i am very proud an

this is bbc news with lukwesa burak. we'll be taking a look at tomorrow morning's papers in a moment — first, the headlines. two police officers are in hospital after clashes with hundreds of protesters in bristol. it happened after a rally against plans to limit demonstrations turned violent. the government warns the european union, that any attempt to block the export of doses of coronavirus vaccine to the uk would be "counterproductive". a record breaking day on saturday. that's what the government says on the number of vaccines given in the country — nearly 850,000. but a warning that facemasks and some social distancing could be with us, for years. a snapshot of life in england, wales and northern ireland. sunday is the deadline for millions of people to take part in a once—in—a—decade census. the worst flooding in more than a century hits parts of south—east australia forcing thosands to flee their homes. the australian prime minister scott morrison has offered emergency funds to those affected. let's have some mor

this is bbc news i'm lukwesa burak.d we'll be taking an in—depth look at the papers with our reviewers john stevens, the deputy political editor of the daily mail, and benedicte paviot, uk correspondent for france 24 — that's coming up after the headlines. hello. this is bbc news. more than 30 million people in the uk have now received their first covid vaccine dose, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid — as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at the moment, we are on track. glory drivers airline crew and seasons entering from england and abroad will soon need to take a covid test within two days of their arrival. the change will apply from the 6th of april. elizabeth policy director at the logistics uk says that she welcomes the move. because of the lack and the — welcomes the move. because of the lack and the issues _ welcomes the move. because of the lack and the issues that _ w

hello, this is bbc news with lukwesa burak. the headlines... pressure grows on the government over its pay offer to health service staff in england. more unions have joined the backlash. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside the ibrox stadium in glasgow, despite lockdown rules. the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence, during the first ever papal visit to iraq. the us senate passes president biden�*s $1.9 trillion covid relief plan by a single vote. the vote as amended is passed. the duke and duchess of cambridge talk about the impact of the pandemic in a special programme on the commonwealth. now on bbc news, it's global questions. hello, welcome to global questions with me, zeinab badawi. world leaders are constantly saying that covid—19 is a global problem that needs international cooperation. but do these words sound hollow when we see how rich nations are buying up supplies of covid vaccines? as they rush to vaccinate their entire populations,

i'm lukwesa burak with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the world.to tougher conditions as parts of europe deal with a third wave of the virus. but cases remain low in the uk — as the government confirms more than half the adult population have now had at least one vaccinationjab. also ahead — parts of australia's eastern coast suffer flash floods. thousands of people are moved to safety. a volcano erupts south—west of iceland's capital, reykjavik, the first eruption in that area of iceland for 800 years.

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 7... pressure grows on the government over its pay offer to health service staff in england. more unions have joined the backlash. actually the pandemic really only enhances the case for a pay rise for nhs staff. hundreds of rangers fans gather outside ibrox stadium in glasgow despite lockdown rules. the team's on the verge of winning the scottish premiership. pope francis delivers an impassioned condemnation of extremism and violence during the first ever papal visit to iraq. the duke and duchess of cambridge talk about the impact of the pandemic in a special programme on the commonwealth. and coming up in sportsday... england slump to defeat in the test series in india. they lost the fourth and final match in ahmedabad. the group representing health service trusts, nhs providers, hasjoined unions in saying the government's proposed 1% pay rise for health service staff in england is not enough. ministers have defended the rise, saying the pandemic had placed unprecedented strain on public

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8. more than 30 million people in the uk have now received their first covid vaccine dose, according to the latest government figures. ahead of restrictions easing in england, the nhs warns not to "squander" the progress made against covid as the culture secretary says plans to lift lockdown are on target. at to lift lockdown are on target. the moment, we are to at the moment, we are one, so thanks to the work of the british people and the excellent vaccine roll—out, we are confident in going ahead with the easing from tomorrow and the next stages. police are to investigate allegations of sexual harassment, abuse and rape in schools and universities — setting up a dedicated helpline. efforts continue to dislodge the ship that's blocking the suez canal. there are hopes an evening high tide might help to re—float the vessel. the travel show meets the tourism professionals facing an uncertain future more than a year into the global pandemic. good evening. a new milestone has been reached in

i'm lukwesa burak with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the world. our top story — the family of george floyd agree a settlement in their civil case against the city of minneapolis. they'll receive $27 million after he died while in police custody. their lawyer says it's just a starting point. it is the policy reforms that affects all of us. the leaders of australia, india, japan and the united states — who call themselves �*the quad' — end their first—ever summit with a pledge to "re—double their commitment" to the alliance. a serving british police officer, has been charged with the kidnap and murder, of sarah everard — whose disappeared in london last week. another kidnapping in northern nigeria, this time dozens of students are taken from a college in kaduna state at gunpoint. and, turns out you're not seeing double — researchers reveal there are more twins being born than ever before. we start in the american city of minneapolis and what's thought to be one of the largest pre—trial settlements in us history. lawyers for george floyd, the african

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at seven... hopes for nazanin zaghari—ratcliffe, as she's released from house arrest in iran. but a new court case against her is scheduled for next week. it's not the release we wanted. it is not _ it's not the release we wanted. it is not that— it's not the release we wanted. it is not that ticket home and the passport— is not that ticket home and the passport back and her coming home to us. schools in england re—open to all pupils tomorrow — the first step to easing the coronavirus lockdown. the queen stresses the importance of staying in touch with friends and family — in a message to mark commonwealth day, coming just hours before the duke and duchess of sussex's interview with oprah winfrey. pope francis on the final day of his visit to iraq — greeted by thousands for an outdoor mass in irbil. and coming up in sportday, celebrations after rangers win the scottish premiership for first time in a decade. good evening, and welcome to bbc news. nazanin zaghari—ratcliffe — the british—iranian wo

i'm lukwesa burak with the latest headlines for viewers in the uk and around the world. thousands of people take part in protests across europe, against coronavirus lockdown measures. france tightens its coronavirus restrictions — more than 21 million people are now subject to tougher conditions as parts of europe deal with a third wave of the virus. but cases remain low in the uk — as the government confirms more than half the adult population have now had at least one vaccinationjab. also ahead — parts of australia's eastern coast suffer flash floods. thousands of people are moved to safety. a volcano erupts south—west of iceland's capital, reykjavik, the first eruption in that area of iceland for 800 years. hello and welcome if you're watching in the uk or around the world. there are signs of growing frustration across europe as many nations reintroduce lockdown measures to control the coronavirus pandemic. infections are on the rise as a third wave threatens to sweep the continent. delays in the eu vaccine programme have not helped. today there were protests in polan

this is bbc news, i'm lukwesa burak. our top stories...avirus, requiring all travellers to be tested and quarantined upon arrival in germany. scotland's former first minister alex salmond launches a new pro—independence party to contest the holyrood elections in may. we attempt to contribute policy idea to assist scotland's economic recovery and help build an independence platform to face new political realities. borisjohnson says he'll stand firmly by british citizens, who've had sanctions imposed on them by china, which accuses them of spreading lies about abuses of uighur muslims. and, ballet in the park —

i'm lukwesa burak. the headlines at 8. the government warns the european union that any attempt to block the export of doses of coronavirus vaccine to the uk, would be "counterproductive". yesterday saw another record—breaking number of vaccinations in the uk — nearly 850,000 administered — but a warning that facemasks and some social distancing could be with us for years. it comes as more questions are raised over whether people can plan forforeign holidays this summer. i think it would be premature to do that. it would be potentially risky stop we are seeing growing variants. we have done a huge amount of work, the taxpayer to my nhs staff, my constituency being in lockdown since september, and i don't want us to throw that away. protesters clash with police in bristol after thousands demonstrate over plans to give the police more powers to deal with non—violent protests. a snapshot of life in england, wales and northern ireland. today's the deadline for millions of people to take part in a once—in—a—decade census. parts