82010732-c3db-533d-93e1-cc1d4e9adb84Sat, 31 May 2025 18:39:12 +0000Captivate.fmGlobalhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/0a846b72-17d8-4b32-9784-e12d75695850/kT64OdLnE3dOPYSmVe5qmhB0.jpgGlobalGlobalDuring this Global Pandemic, LBC’s Nick Ferrari provides you with insight into everything you need to know around the Coronavirus outbreak. As this rapidly developing situation continues, Nick will be speaking to experts every day to bring you the latest news and to give you the best advice.http://www.lbc.co.uk/falseepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/coronavirus-uk-lbc-upd/nopodcastWill your school be testing its students?aece1326-5464-4436-aee5-24a50e6e35f4Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:58:00 +010009:02falsefullMass testing of secondary school pupils to be rolled out.GlobalPfizer BioNTech vaccine gets approval3255a862-ae2c-47d4-b77e-05f75de0d9c6Wed, 02 Dec 2020 13:53:00 +010010:28falsefullNick Ferrari talks to Health Secretary Matt Hancock after the news that the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine gets the go ahead.GlobalTiers for fearsf6f27bbb-3375-4cdb-8947-fac76c1b6c3cTue, 24 Nov 2020 12:05:00 +010016:59falsefullLockdown will end and tiers are back, and Nick speaks to the Professor behind the Oxford/AstraZenica vaccineGlobalWhat will happen to lockdown rules over Christmas?64428443-78bb-4a28-9d3e-f8ed3fdd3cb1Mon, 23 Nov 2020 13:17:00 +010016:23falsefullMatt Hancock talks about the results of the Oxford vaccine trials, and how will the lockdown be eased over Christmas?GlobalAnother Vaccine on the way0c3bc7a5-b321-4167-93b4-814e889f20d0Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:27:00 +010011:40falsefullNick discusses the latest vaccine close to release, and would you let a volunteer inject you with it, and Housing minister Robert Jenrick on whether we may be out of lockdown for Christmas.GlobalMassive increase in Covid testing104d9b3e-48ac-4bbe-bbac-13d59c984f54Mon, 16 Nov 2020 13:32:00 +010011:04falsefullMatt Hancock joins Nick Ferrari to tell him about the two new testing labs set to increase Covid-19 testing capacity and will he take the vaccine?GlobalIntroducing Hunting Ghislaine with John Sweeneyced7abdb-cf56-460a-9b18-f491c58778a8Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:15:00 +010001:05falsefullHi Coronavirus UK Update fans LBC have a new podcast we think you’ll enjoy - Hosted by legendary reporter John Sweeney, Hunting Ghislaine is a 6 part series about Ghislaine Maxwell, the daughter of a disgraced billionaire and the former partner of a super-rich paedophile who killed himself while awaiting trial for sex trafficking. After hiding for almost a year, she now finds herself facing multiple charges for helping Jeffrey Epstein sexually exploit and abuse under-age women which could lead to her spending the rest of her life in jail. In this new podcast series, Hunting Ghislaine, reporter John Sweeney investigates a fairy story which happens the wrong way round, of how a princess ends up accused of being the monster and no-one at all ends up happily ever after. First Episode available 19th November. Listen on Global Player or wherever you get your podcastsGlobalWould you tell your Mum to take the vaccine?90663ebe-0db2-46a3-8fe1-a8f871df0818Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:11:00 +010012:19falsefullEngland's Deputy Chief Medical officer, Jonathan Van Tam says he would tell his own Mum to take the vaccine, and will a £5 covid test help to open theatres and venues?GlobalIs the vaccine on its way?ed01c266-a3fe-4764-a2eb-bfa5dae2ea73Tue, 10 Nov 2020 13:46:00 +010008:09falsefullHealth Sec Matt Hancock talks to Nick about the new Pfizer vaccineGlobalFurlough extended until next March7e780b87-a8db-4552-9644-e1335ec93337Fri, 06 Nov 2020 12:10:00 +010022:32falsefullNadhim Zahawi discusses the furlough extension with Nick FerrariGlobalHow long does immunity last if you've had Covd-19?5a38e0f6-04e4-4291-b848-f1696be2b3a6Tue, 27 Oct 2020 13:35:00 +010009:32falsefull112211221New research indicates how long covid immunity lasts - and it's not great news!GlobalSelf-isolation time for Coronavirus contacts could be halveda724a453-94e9-4895-bd36-91b77746404cMon, 26 Oct 2020 11:20:00 +010023:15falsefull112111211The 14 day self-isolation period for contacts of people who test positive for Coronavirus could be reduced to 7 days due to fears over compliance. Meanwhile, Welsh supermarkets have blocked off aisles of "non-essential" products, and Health Secretary Matt Hancock joins Nick.GlobalThe new £10, 10-minute testdd0fa552-e044-495e-8ecd-f61edd966dc6Thu, 22 Oct 2020 12:45:00 +010015:52falsefull112011201Even the Police don't know the rules, and a new £10, 10 minute Coronavirus test.GlobalFancy a drink? You'll need to prove your address.bfd85886-1162-4df0-b4d4-d5f0af918ddaWed, 21 Oct 2020 12:35:00 +010024:15falsefullManchester deadlock breaks over Tier-3 restrictions and if you want to go out for dinner, get ready to prove your address.GlobalWill Manchester agree to Tier-3?ebfdaa54-0bad-45cd-893e-8dcb67076f8bTue, 20 Oct 2020 13:15:00 +010027:53falsefull111811181Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham still pushing for a better deal before agreeing to Tier-3, and Sir Patrick Vallance says : 'we need to learn to live with Coronavirus'GlobalLondon moves to Tier 2, whilst Manchester refuses Tier 385ace3f4-ee7a-42f4-8ceb-8ce600b6ba8cFri, 16 Oct 2020 11:10:00 +010016:31falsefull111711171London, Essex, York and other areas have moved to Tier 2 Coronavirus restrictions, whilst Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham said local leaders were opposed to "flawed and unfair" Tier 3 rules.GlobalIntroducing 'What Next?' with Lionel Barber5875d48b-1121-475c-a56a-98062c3c79f5Thu, 15 Oct 2020 11:01:00 +010000:43falsefullHi Daily Update fans LBC have a new podcast we think you’ll enjoy - Hosted by Lionel Barber, the former Editor of the Financial Times, What Next? focuses on life after COVID-19 and sees the multi-award-winning journalist and author discover how the world is adapting to the pandemic, what needs to change and, most importantly, what lessons we have learnt that will shape our lives for the future. Each week, Lionel will be speaking to some of the biggest leading influential figures in the health, politics, business, technology, arts and environment world, such as former Prime Minister Tony Blair; Elizabeth Cousens, President and CEO of the United Nations Foundation; ITV’s Chief Executive Dame Carolyn McCall and many more. Follow Lionel on Twitter: @lionelbarber. Listen and subscribe now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcastsGlobalAre we neglecting other illnesses by implementing too many restrictions?3ff66746-8c7e-4e21-9584-3e27dbb97915Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:37:00 +010020:40falsefull111611161As the Prime Minister defends his new system of local alert tiers, Nick asks if the new restrictions are causing us to neglect other illnesses. Meanwhile, ministers want to put universities in to lockdown for two weeks in the lead-up to Christmas in order for students to return home safely.GlobalShielding won't resume for the vulnerablecf9d48df-5215-4b19-bbdd-ca4d857dacfeWed, 14 Oct 2020 10:31:00 +010014:16falsefull111511151Despite the introduction of a new three-tier Coronavirus alert system amid rising rates of the disease, England's deputy chief medical officer Jenny Harries says shielding won't resume for those who were instructed to do so during the first wave of the pandemic.GlobalNew three-tier local alert system confirmed963657e1-88ac-4772-821c-697588ee5f0cTue, 13 Oct 2020 10:21:00 +010019:51falsefull111411141A new three-tier local Covid alert system has been announced by PM Boris Johnson, with Liverpool placed in the "very high" category. Also, Nightingale hospitals in the North of England are told to prepare to admit patients.GlobalNew Covid lockdown will see people ordered not to leave their homes6cb81941-a2d2-4160-ae3b-0483f15511dfMon, 12 Oct 2020 11:03:00 +010014:30falsefull111311131The PM's new three-tier local lockdown system will see millions ordered not to leave their homes, but is it enforceable? Meanwhile, £257 million has been pledged to save cultural organisations across England, the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Oliver Dowden joins Nick.GlobalEngland expected to be split into three different lockdown tiersa8700f32-e7e7-4465-aa18-69f04b023ba4Fri, 09 Oct 2020 10:57:00 +010021:03falsefull111211121England is expected to be split into three different lockdown tiers, whilst Covid causes the longest NHS backlog since 2008.GlobalPubs closing in Scotland, is England next?b032d11a-6541-47af-8d5d-ab264e1db1d0Thu, 08 Oct 2020 11:18:00 +010018:59falsefull111111111Pubs closing, 10pm curfew, but based on what data?GlobalCovid test results lost & found!589e0f25-9c77-455d-9348-f757763e5b61Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:48:00 +010010:12falsefull111011101How did the government lose around 15,000 Covid-19 test results?GlobalStudents in Lockdown27bde83e-7878-4ba1-bb7c-9bf2e50b5886Mon, 28 Sep 2020 12:23:00 +010019:49falsefull110911091Students can't leave their student accomodation, and is the new Covid-19 App working?GlobalTrack and trace app unveileda3425de8-1954-490c-9a31-4d3b96381b3fThu, 24 Sep 2020 15:40:00 +010019:02falsefull110811081Health Secretary Matt Hancock speaks to Nick Ferrari as he launches the NHS track and trace appGlobalBoris announces new restrictionse1c962df-e782-4eb0-8018-8484089272b8Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:20:00 +010033:57falsefull110711071Nick Ferrari looks at the new measures announced by the Prime Minister last night. More people will now have to wear masks at work, and pubs will have to close at 10pm every night. The number of people allowed at weddings in England have been halved. He is joined by Foreign Secretary Dominic RaabGlobalThe new lockdown rules are comingfad40486-380d-49fc-8a19-f28ca2b56aa5Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:01:00 +010012:35falsefull110611061Bars & Restaurants will be told to close at 10pmGlobalIs Lockdown 2 coming?1ea3ae91-fb12-4fed-b026-cae0a4249aeeMon, 21 Sep 2020 12:19:00 +010011:46falsefull110511051Hancock warns : follow the new Covid rules or they will have to get tougherGlobalDid Sweden get it right?eb39586b-2714-47ae-aa8f-81a7aeaca4fdFri, 18 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +010023:12falsefull110411041Track & trace - do we have enough tests? Matt Hancock speaks to Nick, and Sweden took a different approach to Covid-19 and seem to be coping well.GlobalHalf of workers never expect to return to 5 day weekbb85ed64-65aa-4dce-b436-dc43cdd7a6e4Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:51:00 +010022:39falsefull110311031Headteachers warn Boris Johnson over the the lack of coronaviorus tests. Nick Ferrari speaks to Baroness Helena Morrissey about how the working week might change. Plus Ed Argar announces new measures to improve patient care ahead of the winter monthsGlobalTesting, Testing,12301586d24-145f-48b4-a3a7-574da93f99ffWed, 16 Sep 2020 11:20:00 +010024:52falsefull110211021Nick Ferrari looks at the testing fiasco and whether the problems will be sorted out within weeks just as Matt Hancock says. With news that 88% of pupils have returned to shool, Nick looks at a teacher and parent's persepective. Justice Secretary Robert Buckland also features in today's podcast.GlobalOperation Moonshot4bc38942-26ac-4fac-9001-8a64bd9152ebThu, 10 Sep 2020 10:50:00 +010022:32falsefull110111011Nick Ferrari looks at Boris Johnson's 'rule of six' after he said "we must act" to avoid another lockdown as virus cases rise in England. Nick examines the Prime Minister's "moonshot" plan to control the virus with mass testing, possibly by next spring.GlobalBan on social gatherings of six or more8cb8dd6a-e3ef-46df-a036-d7f6f73e4d3aWed, 09 Sep 2020 11:32:00 +010023:41falsefull110011001Nick Ferrari looks at the Government's announcement that the number of people legally allowed to meet socially reduced from 30 to six, with reasonable exemptions. The limit applies nationally, indoors and outdoors, and to all ages. Any group larger than six risks being dispersed by police or fined for non-compliance. Failure to comply with an officer’s efforts to engage, explain and encourage will result in the enforcement of a £100 fine. This will double on each further repeat offence up to £3,200. Health Secretary Matt Hancock joins Nick to explain the latest restriction.GlobalLondon's West End at risk of major job losses29bfea58-c84f-446a-9f3e-bbc5fc55a765Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:04:00 +010020:43falsefull1991991With news that London's West End could lose 50,000 retail staff due the drop in foreign visitors and office workers due to Coronavirus, Nick Ferrari looks at the long term consequences. With the return to school for many, what are the remaining concerns. Plus Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Thérèse Coffey unveils a new kickstart scheme for young peopleGlobalTUI flight produces 7 confirmed covid-19 cases9749e4de-d8da-49fd-b38b-baf840ca92f4Tue, 01 Sep 2020 11:40:00 +010014:49falsefull1981981Some passengers seen not wearing masks on a TUI flight that has 7 people test positive for Covid-19, and schools minister Nick Gibb on students returning this week.GlobalHighest number of cases since mid-June4f86ab1e-4b26-4de6-8116-955069e8f698Fri, 28 Aug 2020 11:48:00 +010027:20falsefull1971971Nick Ferrari examines why we have the highest number of daily cases since mid-June. Professor Stuart Neil, Professor of Virology at King's College London discusses whether this could be the beginnings of a second wave. Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for Transport talks about the importance of being back at work Nick looks at the concerns regarding getting children back to school.GlobalMoney for Isolating28a8ecb3-fd94-42a0-86e6-f91b3e1e7a27Thu, 27 Aug 2020 09:54:00 +010022:34falsefull1961961Nick Ferrari looks at how some restaurants may extend the 'Eat Out' scheme in September funded by themselves. Health Secretary Matt Hancock announces the new payment for people self isolating in high risk areas and Manchester residents are to be bannd from boozing in the park this bank holiday to stop reduce the spread of coronaviris.GlobalU-Turn over face masks in Secondary Schoolsa1217d83-9274-4f3f-b900-3f10a88b3554Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:39:00 +010022:34falsefull1951951Nick Ferrari looks at the the so called u-turn on advice over the use of face masks in secondary schools. Education Secretary Gavin Williamson joins Nick to explain the change in advice. Also some academics are claiming that the two metre rule is based on 'outdated science', Zeshan Qureshi who is a researcher who led this review into social distancing says that it dates back to 1897. Plus an LBC exclusive discovers that only six fines have been issued across 19 police forces for individuals not wearing a face mask.GlobalMatt Hancock explains why he scrapped Public Health Englandd2a13371-964e-4962-b7e8-ac2b68a3cf9fWed, 19 Aug 2020 12:18:00 +010026:31falsefull1941941Nick Ferrari looks at the decision to replace Public Health England. Health Secretary Matt Hancock joins Nick to explain the new body set up in its place.GlobalPublic Health England "to be replaced"7f5b45a1-81ef-4de3-99c7-3cbd509b8b5aMon, 17 Aug 2020 14:16:00 +010019:58falsefull1931931Public Health England is to be replaced by a new agency that will specifically deal with protecting the country from pandemics, according to a report.GlobalFrance added to quarantine list022881e8-458a-41c2-a312-cc1e434fec69Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +010025:03falsefull1921921Nick Ferrari looks at new deterrents unveiled by Boris Johnson that could see people fined over £3,000 for not wearing a face mask in public. Nick then turns his attention to the the fact that France has now been added to the quarantine list of countries after a rise in the number of cases there.GlobalChanges to test and trace322b0f5f-b295-406f-a456-f03d84ba4fb4Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:18:00 +010010:04falsefull1911911Changes to test and trace, health minister Ed Argar joins NickGlobalLocal ban on visiting homes in Northern England67a381cf-47b8-44cf-ae28-7b03cbcdcdbcFri, 31 Jul 2020 12:46:00 +010032:49falsefull1901901Nick Ferrari looks at the latest announcement that visiting people at home is banned in parts of Northern England. Dr David Nabarro, who is the Special envoy on COVID-19 to the World Health Organisation gives Nick his thoughts on the local lockdown. Plus as the airline Jet2 tells some holidaymakers to come home early Nick looks at the consequences of this and speaks to one tourist currently in Spain.GlobalSecond peak?dbf13aae-3faa-4f46-b3dc-b71132686568Thu, 30 Jul 2020 12:33:00 +010026:35falsefull1891891As the boss of Barclays says he wants staff back in the office over the coming months, Nick Ferrari looks at how this can be achieved. He is joined by the former Dragon from Dragon’s Den Theo Paphitis. Health Secretary Matt Hancock tells Nick about his concerns about a possible second peak in infections plus one in eight people have been challenged on not wearing a maskGlobalShould we test all passengers upon arrival?63f56b9e-3166-496c-8ea8-40a9ebd5e7dcWed, 29 Jul 2020 11:10:00 +010034:16falsefull1881881As Boris Johnson warns of a possible second wave in Europe, Nick looks at the idea of testing all passengers upon arrival. He is joined by Chief Executive of Heathrow Airport, John Holland-Kaye and Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Oliver Dowden. Plus could the enforcing of masks land schools in court? Nick looks at the challenges that this could create.GlobalSpain back on the quarantine listd5489b48-669d-4b0a-b3fa-629aacf09059Mon, 27 Jul 2020 12:52:00 +010017:17falsefull1871871Travellers to Spain get just a few hours notice that they'll now have to quarantine for 14 days on their returnGlobalMasks now compulsory in England shops77f3b25a-fe80-4096-bb50-02c6d83aba72Fri, 24 Jul 2020 11:28:00 +010016:36falsefull1861861New mask law comes in to force : what will happen in shops?GlobalCare home visits allowed againde5629d6-3dec-42e9-93a5-4071a205a520Thu, 23 Jul 2020 11:11:00 +010014:26falsefull1851851You can visit relatives in care homes again - but with conditions, and have there been any cases of transmission from pupil to teacher in schools?GlobalHave we got a vaccine already?39437c60-1a99-4eb0-8351-bd39c331ae1eTue, 21 Jul 2020 12:51:00 +010013:50falsefull1841841Details on the Oxfrod vaccine progress.GlobalShould we return to the office?40ac69c0-7b8e-455b-9495-ba7363787e4cFri, 17 Jul 2020 12:16:00 +010027:45falsefull1831831Tom Swarbrick stands in for Nick Ferrari this week. Tom looks at the suggestion yesterday by the Government’s top scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance that there is “absolutely no reason” to change the advice to work from home which comes at odds with the PM’s statement today. Boris Johnson has urged companies to get employees back to offices if they think it’s more productive. Paul Johnson, Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies talks about a possible reconstruction of the economy after the coronavirus economic fallout. Plus the Mayor of Leicester joins Tom to discuss the relaxation of the lockdown measures in the city.GlobalThe R Rate was ‘lower than thought’ back in May2d3df4f7-a6e7-4931-b6ab-ce414325a748Thu, 16 Jul 2020 12:37:00 +010013:26falsefull1821821Tom Swarbrick is standing in for Nick Ferrari this week. Tom looks at two possible good news stories that the R rate (Rate of Infection) was lower than previously thought back in May. This comes as hopes rise over a vaccine by Oxford scientists that shows promising results. Tom is also joined by Business Secretary Alok Sharma and Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Anneliese DoddsGlobalConfusion over face masksa0f091d5-6792-4b31-92b7-228b3f27be01Wed, 15 Jul 2020 11:16:00 +010021:44falsefull1811811Tom Swarbrick stands in for Nick Ferrari this week. First up is Health Secretary Matt Hancock who tries to clear up the mixed messaging over the use of face masks. As Boris Johnson comes under pressure to end back to work confusion, Tom looks at whether it’s a good idea to be sending the country back to the office. Plus Dr Chris Smith, Consultant Virologist at Cambridge University Hospital explains whether skin rashes are a symptom of COVID-19GlobalRishi Sunak speaks to Nick7dcf27c7-ac62-48a9-b374-7d5bd34ecccfThu, 09 Jul 2020 11:02:00 +010018:22falsefull1801801Chancellor Rishi Sunak & Shadow Chancellor Anneliese Dodds join Nick to discuss the latest Coronavirus stimulus packageGlobalWill taking a Covid-19 test at work get you taxed?3d56391c-9c8e-40e1-ad85-582e69ce798dWed, 08 Jul 2020 11:40:00 +010012:35falsefull1791791Tax laws could mean that if your employer gives you a Covid-19 test, you could get charged tax on it, and the refusal to wear a mask in public is as bad as drink driving says Royal Society chief.GlobalWould you take a vaccine?4b62d87f-08f6-4ab1-803f-f1828b84c8f1Tue, 07 Jul 2020 11:02:00 +010014:41falsefull1781781Boris criticises care homes procedures, and would you take a vaccine if it became available?GlobalSir Keir Starmer takes calls from listenersfb7e6e50-3d85-4036-8373-b53390e70758Mon, 06 Jul 2020 09:43:00 +010028:23falsefull1771771Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer takes listeners calls.GlobalBoris Johnson takes calls from listeners522dbdd9-6d59-4ad2-a1f0-68dd7e2ce1e5Fri, 03 Jul 2020 09:52:00 +010036:18falsefull1761761In his first phone-in since contracting Coronavirus, Boris Johnson joins Nick Ferrari and takes calls from listeners.GlobalFinding a new job during lockdown1373e170-e327-4860-b597-8425eb922175Thu, 02 Jul 2020 12:04:00 +010014:16falsefull1751751Nick speaks to government minister Simon Clarke about local lockdowns, and how are you supposed to find a new job during a pandemic?Global100 days of lockdownece9f05f-221a-4392-bd46-fea68828828bWed, 01 Jul 2020 13:42:00 +010016:30falsefull1741741100 days since the start of lockdown, Nick Ferrari looks at it's effect on employment, the economy, and emotional well-being.GlobalLeicester in Lockdown80882652-f1be-41bb-bd4d-070885ea7d11Tue, 30 Jun 2020 12:50:00 +010015:51falsefull1731731As Coronavirus cases increase in Leicester, they city has become the first to experience a local lockdown. Nick speaks to the Conservative MP for North West Leicestershire, Andrew Bridgen and Chris Hobson who is the the Director of Policy at the East Midlands Chamber of Commerce, which covers Leicester. Health Secretary Matt Hancock also tells Nick that they will use police to enforce the lockdown if necessary.GlobalWe could face local lockdowns9a34aca0-908c-403c-a276-4dffdb3127b8Mon, 29 Jun 2020 12:43:00 +010022:11falsefull1721721Nick speaks with the Mayor of Leicester Sir Peter Soulsby about the potential for the city to have a local lockdown. Willie Walsh who is the CEO of International Airlines Group, the parent company for British Airways tells us about the good news for the industry with the UK scrapping some quarantine rules for some of the most popular destinations. Plus Education Secretary Gavin Williamson talks about the return to school in SeptemberGlobalPubs to reopen on a Saturday - how wise is that?c21edfb4-0320-40a3-a121-76e87d21a550Fri, 26 Jun 2020 12:10:00 +010016:07falsefull1711711Nick looks at the proposed air bridges which could lift quarantine restrictions to may European countries. John Strickland, Director of the aviation firm JLS Consultancy - and previously a senior executive at British Airways and KLM joins Nick to analyse the changes. Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, George Eustice defends the Government’s decision to reopen pubs on a Saturday plus star of the West End stage, Michael Ball discusses the five-stage roadmap for theatres to return to a new normal.GlobalMediterranean Air Bridges likely to be announced this weekend!35eb22e7-367b-455f-86fb-de6a7c551b26Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:41:00 +010017:27falsefull1701701As Sir Keir Starmer presses Boris Johnson over track and trace, Nick looks at what implementation at a local level would look like with Greg Fell who is the Director of Public Health at Sheffield City Council. Business and Industry Minister, Nadhim Zahawi talks about increasing dining in England. Plus it’s reported that the first wave of air bridges will focus on Mediterranean holiday destinations.GlobalMaking the most of lockdown freedoms0a8acfd1-eacc-4bea-8da6-654fa90dfa04Wed, 24 Jun 2020 12:37:00 +010017:20falsefull1691691As we approach 4th July will you be making the most of the lockdown freedoms? Nick speaks to Professor Richard Bentall who is Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Sheffield, who's been collecting data on people's attitudes towards social distancing and Emma McClarkin who is Chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association about adaptations her industry has made. Nick also speaks to Business Secretary Alok Sharma about the confusion over which establishments you will be able to visit.GlobalWhat amendments need to be made to the 2M rule?78fb84f8-0863-4787-b30a-9b37ad57120bMon, 22 Jun 2020 12:45:00 +010015:52falsefull1681681Chief Political Correspondent at The Financial Times, Jim Pickard speaks to Nick about the impact on the economy when the 4th of July re-openings which are due to be announced tomorrow. Plus what amendments need to be made to the 2M rule considering the planned re-opening next month? Nick is joined by Professor David Paton who is Professor of Industrial Economics at Nottingham University Business School, former government adviser at HMRC and at the Department of Trade and Industry and Gabriel Scally who is President of Epidemiology & Public Health at the Royal Society of Medicine and a member of the Independent SAGE groupGlobalA billion pounds for students to catch up with worke3759ec0-08d3-4602-bb3f-1af715602ec8Fri, 19 Jun 2020 11:10:00 +010016:23falsefull1671671Education minister Nick Gibb sets out plans for students to catch up with missed work, and the tracing App u-turn.GlobalTrack and trace app may not be ready till winter86d17c1a-13f6-47d9-9891-d16510c2f5d6Thu, 18 Jun 2020 11:56:00 +010013:46falsefull1661661Nick questions Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab over reports that the track and trace app may now not be ready until the winter. Shadow Health Secretary Jonathan Ashworth shares his views on whether schools are safe for pupils to return. Plus the concern over the number of cases in Beijing is growing, Nick speaks to Daniel Alan Bey, a Beijing-based journalist who updates us on the latest situation there.GlobalBreakthrough drug approved!7dd58a9b-509f-446c-a180-d69e2403b3e6Wed, 17 Jun 2020 11:06:00 +010013:01falsefull1651651Nick is joined by Health Secretary Matt Hancock to talk about the breakthrough drug Dexamethasone which has provided some positive results. Mr Hancock also shares his concerns over the suspected second wave of coronavirus cases in Beijing. Nick also speaks to one of the chief investigators for the Dexamethasone trial, who joined Boris Johnson at yesterday's Downing Street briefing, Professor of Emerging Infectious Diseases at the University of Oxford's Nuffield Department of Medicine Peter Horby. Plus should shielding come to an end in July? Ceri Smith, Head of Policy and Campaigns at disability equality charity Scope shares her thoughtsGlobalCovid-19 Vaccine now at human trial stagea373059e-21cb-4047-bc83-c5671a774be7Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:27:00 +010021:26falsefull1641641Could there be good news on the horizon? The Government funded Imperial College Covid-19 vaccine has now moved onto its first human trials. Professor Robin Shattock from the Department of Infectious Diseases at Imperial College London, who is leading their COVID-19 vaccine trials tells Nick about this important development. Also MP's quiz media outlets on their pandemic coverage plus Secretary of State for Transport Grant Shapps talks about the idea of a 1 metre social distancing ruleGlobalFirst results of the Test & Trace system are released6ae9aa61-6ad5-4906-b3ee-23f6c717e74dFri, 12 Jun 2020 12:59:00 +010021:26falsefull1631631Test & Trace results are in, Health Minister Ed Argar joins Nick, and will the 2 Metre rule be reduced?GlobalWho's in your Support Bubble?bc8f51a7-802f-4091-8061-c40b48e9bd03Thu, 11 Jun 2020 12:01:00 +010023:56falsefull1621621Robert West, Professor in Health Psychology at UCL’s Institute of Epidemiology and Health, and a member of the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B), which advises SAGE looks at the news social bubble and exactly what is achieves. Simon Clarke who is Minister for Regional Growth and Local Government also joins Nick to discuss the next steps in the Government's plan to ease lockdown plus Jonathan Ashworth, Shadow Health Secretary says the Government need to take responsibility on schools not reopening.GlobalZoos to reopen from Monday but not schools?59415185-85a6-43d4-bc5b-c2c4d0466f37Wed, 10 Jun 2020 12:29:00 +010024:14falsefull1611611Nadhim Zahawi, Business Minister and Conservative MP for Stratford-on-Avon joins Nick to talk about the plan to reopen shops from Monday. Also the plan to reduce the 2 metre social distancing rule is still under review, Dr Kate Bunyan, Chief Medical Officer at Doctor Care Anywhere joins Nick to discuss this.GlobalPrimary Schools to remain closed till September5f8c2c24-1055-414a-b080-7e3e706f6dfeTue, 09 Jun 2020 12:05:00 +010023:25falsefull1601601Nick looks at reports that Primary Schools may not go back now before September. He is joined by Anne Longfield OBE, The Children's Commissioner for England and Jerry Glazier who is the Teacher and NEU National Executive Member. Helen Whately, Minister for Care and Conservative MP for Faversham and Mid Kent also talks about the Government's efforts on care homes. Plus is there a trade-off between the nations health and the economy? James Reed, Chairman and Chief Executive of recruitment firm Reed, and co-founder of Keep Britain Working joins Nick to discuss this.GlobalQuarantine for UK arrivals for 14 days starts today3b8f4ad0-089a-432d-9394-d87763552bc1Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:51:00 +010014:14falsefull1591591Willie Walsh, CEO of International Airlines Group, the parent company for British Airways and John Holland-Kaye, the Chief Executive of Heathrow Airport join Nick to discuss the new rules on self isolation for the UK arrivals from today. Nick also speak to Kate Nicholls, Chief Executive of UK Hospitality about a possible loss of up to 3 million jobs if the lockdown isn't eased quick enough.GlobalYou will have to wear a face mask on public transport926ee90d-fb2e-4ea1-a1f9-d8b1ac9bfe60Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:56:00 +010024:19falsefull1581581The Government releases new advice including compulsory face covering on public transport from Monday 15th June. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps tells Nick why.GlobalIs it time to end Clap for Carers?5a2f36d0-c593-433a-b729-83bf18b4a212Thu, 04 Jun 2020 10:49:00 +010018:04falsefull1571571Nick looks at the possibility whether Covid-19 have been present as early as November. To discuss this suggestion, Nick is joined by Dr Nathalie MacDermott, Clinical lecturer in infectious diseases at King’s College London. Nick also asks whether we should end clap for carers?GlobalPHE: Covid-19 death rate in England higher among BAME peoplef898cb9e-9abe-44ed-baa4-bc5b0c146c69Wed, 03 Jun 2020 11:45:00 +010026:57falsefull1561561Nick looks at the higher risk to death for people from BAME backgrounds. He speaks to Dr Neeraj Bhala, Consultant Physician at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, who published an article in The Lancet last month entitled: 'Sharpening the global focus on ethnicity and race in the time of COVID-19'. Nick also questions the CEO of Heathrow Airport on the proposed quarantining of travellers plus Health Minister Ed Argar talks track and traceGlobalIs it a sex ban?7717b3c4-f17e-4090-ae9f-968abb9b1e5cTue, 02 Jun 2020 10:25:00 +010022:02falsefull1551551Nick speaks to Housing Minister Simon Clarke about the new law that would stop people staying over their partner's house for sex under new rules which say, no person may participate in a gathering which takes place in a public or private place indoors and consists of two or more persons. Nick also evaluates whether the return schools for some children was a success yesterday. He speaks to one parent from Kingston whose son is in Year One and went back to school. Plus how is track and trace going? One track and tracer reveals what they've done so far.GlobalWill the new lockdown rules work?46f4ec4b-a546-40f5-9111-1c0ef19e9bdfMon, 01 Jun 2020 10:55:00 +010022:58falsefull1541541New lockdown rules come in to force, and schools re-open for some pupils.GlobalHow many people can you meet at once now?c2e4f484-cd08-4907-8c65-46ed6bdde69bFri, 29 May 2020 12:17:00 +010016:54falsefull1531531As Boris Johnson announces some relaxation to the lockdown rules, find out how many people you can meet up with from this Monday.GlobalTrack and trace system goes liveceb9e97b-de76-41b6-bd50-25750812ed8aThu, 28 May 2020 14:42:00 +010021:00falsefull1521521Health Secretary Matt Hancock joins Nick to launch the new track and trace system. Nick also discusses the possibility of reducing the two metre social distancing rule. HE is joined by tow leading Professors, Sally Jane Cutler, Professor in Medical Microbiology at the University of East London and Professor David Paton, Professor of Industrial Economics at Nottingham University Business School, former government adviser at HMRC and at the Department of Trade and IndustryGlobalNo review of lockdown fines over Cummings questiona692e6dd-082d-43aa-89ac-effc2e518566Wed, 27 May 2020 12:03:00 +010018:44falsefull1511511Nick speaks to Sir Peter Fahy, Former Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police over the decision not reimburse fines for parents travelling during lockdown. Nick also speaks to Housing & Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick over the new deals to provide essential PPE to the frontline. Plus we learn about the new anti viral drug RemdesivirGlobalIs Cummings undermining the Government's messaging?40182218-910c-4c8e-a217-d2d042853ffaTue, 26 May 2020 11:51:00 +010024:07falsefull1501501Nick speaks to Cabinet Minister Michael Gove about Dominic Cummings and also admits he has driven with his wife to test his eyesight. Nick also examines the plan to allow shops across England to open next month if they can meet the coronavirus guidelines to protect shoppers and workersGlobalCummings and goings plus schools to reopend638684b-e28e-4a5d-8439-7b852094180dMon, 25 May 2020 12:00:00 +010022:34falsefull1491491Nick speaks to Education Secretary Gavin Williamson about the controversy surrounding Dominic Cummings. Nick also examines the pros and cons of schools reopening on the 1st June. Nick is joined by Robert West, Professor in Health Psychology at UCL’s Institute of Epidemiology and Health, and a member of the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B), which advises SAGE. HE shares his thoughts on Dominic CummingsGlobalScientific evidence on re-opening schools to be published73dddbb6-4250-4c61-91c1-b1f37de0f628Fri, 22 May 2020 13:30:00 +010022:30falsefull1481481Scientific evidence on re-opening schools to be published, Brandon Lewis talks to Nick, and how the lockdown ease compares in ScotlandGlobalPlan to ease lockdown in ten days time4cd4f007-5264-4ec7-a6f2-71f565515cdeThu, 21 May 2020 12:01:00 +010020:47falsefull1471471Nick looks at the merits of the plan track and trace system which is due to be I place by the 1st June. We speak to Professor Hugh Pennington, Emeritus Professor of Bacteriology at the University of Aberdeen who has previously chaired inquiries into E coli outbreaks in Scotland and Wales, about whether this is feasible. Plus are you ready for a lockdown to end in 10 days time?GlobalShould we see the SAGE advice?48fa7302-6248-424b-97e4-54db17e01b52Wed, 20 May 2020 11:42:00 +010025:52falsefull1461461With more than 11,000 deaths in care homes, Nick look’s at whether anything could have been done differently Home Secretary Priti Patel joins Nick to talk about publishing Government SAGE advice. Plus Chancellor Rishi Sunak warns there will be no guarantee’s of an economic bounce-back, Nick finds out what it mean for youGlobalSo what exactly is an ‘air bridge’ and how does it affect you?d8e70950-c39b-4082-a2d4-f8974749d3a3Tue, 19 May 2020 12:00:00 +010024:35falsefull1451451So what exactly is an ‘air bridge’? Nick examines the Transport Secretary Grant Shapps’ announcement on country exemption from quarantine. Also now loss of taste and smell have been added to the official list of symptoms for coronavirus, Nick asks if why the UK lagged behind other countries in adding it to the list. Plus Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Thérèse Coffey talks unemployment figuresGlobalVaccine for 30 Million Brits if trials successful5841fe76-9e20-4d4d-b808-ebb404e6b01bMon, 18 May 2020 11:06:00 +010024:38falsefull1441441In what could be great news, Nick Ferrari speaks to Dr Katrina Pollock, Senior Clinical Research Fellow in Vaccinology and principal investigator for the COVID-19 vaccine trials at Imperial College London about the possibility of a vaccine for 30 million Briton’s by September if the current trials succeed. Nick is also joined by Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Oliver Dowden about the footballs season, Schools and social distancing on transport.GlobalHow many businesses will go bust?9ff9a9a6-9dd9-45b8-8b9c-5ba96f814997Fri, 15 May 2020 13:50:00 +010014:48falsefull1431431Nick looks at the impact to business of the Coronavirus crisis, and the protests this weekend against lockdown measures.GlobalIs it safe for schools to reopen?e890a3d2-de37-4a8c-87ce-f386ffe55270Thu, 14 May 2020 11:52:00 +010020:18falsefull1421421‘Nick examines the Union's warning that it is not safe to reopen schools. He is joined by Robert Halfon, Chair of the Education Select Committee. Nick also questions Health Minister Ed Argar over the crisis in our care homes. Plus Simon Clarke, Associate Professor in Cellular Biology at the University of Reading explains the significance of the game-changing antibody testGlobalIs there enough protection for transport workers?144d6f30-dbba-40b1-a4ba-ab836ac55832Wed, 13 May 2020 12:41:00 +010027:19falsefull1411411Nick is joined by Grant Shapps, Secretary of State for Transport, Anneliese Dodds, Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer and Paul Johnson, Director of the Institute for Fiscal StudiesGlobalMatt Hancock insists the messaging is clear84e82878-b228-4624-b454-f265750f11a2Tue, 12 May 2020 11:00:00 +010026:15falsefull1401401Health Secretary Matt Hancock tells Nick that the messaging on the easing of the lockdown is clear. Nick also asks him about face coverings and children returning to school. Plus Travel Editor for the Independent Simon Calder explains the changes that we will see in the airline industry over the coming months.GlobalConfusion over the Government advice?943607b9-f944-4a6f-9a55-dee89d2978cbMon, 11 May 2020 11:41:00 +010042:41falsefull1391391After the Prime Minister's address to the nation last night, Nick speaks to Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab about the new 'Stay Alert' advice. Plus Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer takes your questions and has his own views on the PM's statement.GlobalWhat will the first changes to Lockdown be?ba92a4ee-f0e3-4c3b-8e33-a745e11f63e1Fri, 08 May 2020 11:00:00 +010017:56falsefull1381381On Sunday, the government are due to announce some initial changes to Lockdown measures - what will they be? And a leaked report in to operarion Cygnus reveals the government were warned that pandemic plans were 'not sufficient'.GlobalEasing the Lockdown51eaf231-231c-4fe8-bc6e-aa94e80a4160Thu, 07 May 2020 12:10:00 +010022:41falsefull1371371Nick speaks to Brandon Lewis, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and Lord (Norman) Lamont, Former Chancellor of the Exchequer about the Government's plans to ease the lockdown. Nick is also joined by Anneliese Dodds, Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer to examine how workers will come off the furlough scheme.GlobalWhy does the UK now have the highest number of deaths in Europe?002aa497-9ade-4b6a-bb6a-b2ea46b50aefWed, 06 May 2020 10:36:00 +010022:24falsefull1361361With the UK now having the highest number of deaths in Europe after passing Italy's total, Nick speaks to Security Minister James Brokenshire about the alarming figure. Nick also asks how workers will be encouraged off the Government's furlough scheme and what is the future for Gatwick Airpot after Virgin Atlantic quits the airport.GlobalDo you have confidence in the new track and trace app?3f416859-a403-438c-a78d-4855d776e93cTue, 05 May 2020 11:58:00 +010019:55falsefull1351351Sir Keir Starmer joins Nick to discuss whether he thinks the new track and trace app. Health Secretary Matt Hancock responds to Sir Keir Starmer's suggestion about a consensus before relaxing the lockdown.GlobalShould the over 70's stay indoors once lockdown is over?1ac1d58e-3be0-4dcc-acbd-71332f2104b3Mon, 04 May 2020 12:02:00 +010018:30falsefull1341341Boris Johnson's plan to get Britain back to work has been unveiled but how cautious should we be about easing the lockdown? Nick speaks to Andrew Griffith, Former chief business advisor to Boris Johnson and Conservative MP for Arundel and South Downs who suggeest we need to end lockdown now. On the other side of the debate is Dr Bharat Pankhania, Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Exeter Medical School and Former Public Health Consultant in communicable disease control who says now is not the time. Plus Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace speaks on behalf of the Government.GlobalBoris says we've passed the Coronavirus peak.204df277-c76a-4ef1-b8f8-9dc9adc0546dFri, 01 May 2020 13:17:00 +010017:38falsefull1331331Boris returns for his first Downing Street briefing since recovering from Covid-19. Have we now passed the peak of infections?GlobalWill the Government miss the 100,000 testing target?04255b2e-584c-4b87-a066-e66e2402b002Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:37:00 +010023:45falsefull1321321Nick asks Robert Buckland, Secretary of State for Justice whether the Government will reach the testing target set out by Matt Hancock earlier this month. Nick also speaks to Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter who is a Statistician and Chair of the Winton Centre for Risk and Evidence Communication, University of Cambridge Plus a fascinating listen to the Professor from Imperial College London, who is leading their COVID-19 vaccine trialsGlobalWill the Airline Industry Survive?8104995d-7297-41f8-8819-1efcb6b68050Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:21:00 +010024:49falsefull1311311Nick asks if the airline industry will be able to adapt and survive the current climate and will we ever be sitting next to other passengers on flights again? Nick also speaks to Professor John Newton, National Coordinator of the UK Coronavirus Testing Programme and George Eustice, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsGlobalMatt Hancock takes Nick Ferrari bet on reaching testing target793f47e4-18b3-43cc-b712-eb75a21d381bTue, 28 Apr 2020 09:15:00 +010035:14falsefull1301301Health Secretary Matt Hancock answers questions on PPE, testing and why some children have died without any underlying conditionsGlobalBoris warns of risking second wave of Coronaviruse0882cb3-018c-4352-a1eb-2dca7bbd876aMon, 27 Apr 2020 12:22:00 +010019:46falsefull7297297Prime Minister Boris Johnson has labelled coronavirus an "invisible mugger" after his own personal experience facing off the deadly illness. Speaking outside Downing Street to mark his return, Mr Johnson said he was "sorry I have been away from my desk for much longer than I would have liked". Nick Ferrari brings you full reaction.GlobalDoes Matt Hancock think we should wear masks?8940d513-f387-4bb2-a249-9bad68076526Fri, 24 Apr 2020 12:06:00 +010022:00falsefull1281281Is Boris back in control on Monday? Sir Iain Duncan Smith tells us what he knows. Health Secretary Matt Hancock opening up testing for key workers and their families and the wearing of masks. Plus Political heavyweight Sir Menzies Campbell on whether the Government is handling this crisis wellGlobalIs the lockdown easing?432ae06f-5d2e-46e6-8bde-95a558b10fa9Thu, 23 Apr 2020 10:39:00 +010019:45falsefull1271271Nick questions Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Brandon Lewis about Chris Whitty’s comments that social distancing is likely to last the rest of this year. Nick also speaks to Professor Gordon Dougan, an expert on vaccines, genomics & the epidemiology of infectious diseases at the University of Cambridge. He also served on several World Health Organisation (WHO) committees. Plus why are Tory backbenchers calling for an easing of the lockdown?GlobalWill we be able to distribute a new vaccine quickly enough?f6e00c5b-21f4-46fa-ab3d-403bbd90612eWed, 22 Apr 2020 13:33:00 +010025:14falsefull1261261Nick speaks to the principal investigator for the COVID-19 vaccine trials at Imperial College London that the Government announced yesterday. Minister for Care Helen Whately is confident we will hit the 100,000 daily testing target. Plus Political Sketch Writer for the Independent Tom Peck gives his thoughts on the daily Downing Street Press ConferencesGlobalWill you bet your political reputation on reaching 100,000 tests a day?9c6c638b-10bd-4b58-8742-c467edab4971Tue, 21 Apr 2020 12:46:00 +010024:31falsefull1251251Will the Government reach Matt Hancock's target of 100,000 tests a day by the end of this month? Nick puts that that question to a Government minister and asks him to bet his political reputation on the pledge. Plus is Sadiq Khan right that we should all be wearing face coverings when out?GlobalAre summer schools the answer?b7450bac-178b-4774-a98f-af5f3be56789Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:18:00 +010020:01falsefull1241241Nick reacts to Gavin Williamson setting out plans for schooling during the lockdown, and what hope is there for small businesses to keep going?GlobalWill we all be wearing masks soon?082f5e38-b869-4591-9f4c-b2c7996683b3Fri, 17 Apr 2020 13:29:00 +010023:51falsefull1231231Grant Shapps gives Nick the government update, Former Police Chief Hugh Orde talks about Policing the extended Lockdown, and will the advice soon be that we should all be wearing face masks?GlobalHealth Secretary Matt Hancock79745ef7-3858-41c1-bf25-286001322055Thu, 16 Apr 2020 11:06:00 +010018:38falsefull1221221In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari is joined by the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham who says that social care staff are crying out for PPE and not a new CARE badge. Plus Nick questions Health Secretary Matt Hancock on whether he needs to revise his target of 100,000 tests before the end of this monthGlobalWorld Health Organisation Special Envoy answers your concerns177e86b3-b6ff-4c82-8caf-222e5f64ef33Wed, 15 Apr 2020 12:34:00 +010031:57falsefull1211211In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari is joined by the Special envoy on COVID-19 to the World Health Organisation, Dr David Nabarro to answer your questions and concerns about this virus. Plus Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer explains why the Government needs to come clean about it’s exit strategy for the lockdownGlobalConsumer Concerns701505a4-d9e2-40e0-8f93-5fbb8c659093Tue, 14 Apr 2020 12:25:00 +010033:01falsefull1201201In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari speaks to Former Cabinet Secretary, Lord Gus O’Donnell about the possible extension of the social distancing measures. Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Thérèse Coffey gives Nick an update on where we are with Personal Protective Equipment for NHS staff. And consumer organisation Which, answer your concerns around cancelled flights, mortgage holidays and text scamsGlobalPM's Personal Thank You to NHS Workers884ce60f-c186-42df-834a-b616fa6b8ecdMon, 13 Apr 2020 13:34:00 +010027:30falsefull1191191In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari speaks to Will Walden, Former communications director to Boris Johnson about what he made of the PM's personal and emotional message to say thank you to the NHS workers who saved his life. Nick also examines the Health Secretary's comments that it is impossible to say when 'enough' PPE will be available for front line NHS workers Plus Psychologist Emma Kenny helps us through our emotional wellbeing during lockdownGlobalThe lockdown must continue87ef616e-16c1-44d8-839a-13ebb4fc8f73Fri, 10 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +010040:47falsefull1181181Boris is out of intensive care, the Lockdown continues through the Easter, and your Education questions answered.GlobalIs a Lockdown extension coming?ffd0a588-8f4d-4999-b48f-9109d8580678Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:20:00 +010019:04falsefull1171171In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari speaks to Former Health Secretary Lord (Andrew) Lansley about whether an extension to the lockdown is on the cards. Acting Leader of the Liberal Democrats Sir Ed Davey gives his verdict on the Government's response to the Coronavirus crisis. And Nick speaks to a children's hospice which will benefit from Chancellor Rishi Sunak's aid package for charities.GlobalCabinet Decision Making714a2228-f170-4d00-b1e9-7906e2c592b7Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:55:00 +010024:44falsefull1161161Nick Ferrari gets an update on the PM’s condition from Health Minister Ed Argar Nick explores whether the Cabinet should act as equals and take over the decision making if the PM remains in hospital And scientists question the impact of school closuresGlobalPM in Intensive Care171def15-3aa4-4eda-bd7e-48d2d6520145Tue, 07 Apr 2020 12:58:00 +010021:46falsefull1151151In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari examines the Prime Minister’s health following his admittance to Intensive Care Nick speaks to Cabinet Minister Michael Gove about the role of Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab in his position as the First Secretary of State And a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine explains what support the Prime Minister will be receiving.GlobalCoronavirus Myths Debunkede94c4a70-ad6c-4e77-9eb2-8fbff84889cbMon, 06 Apr 2020 11:16:00 +010034:49falsefull1141141In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari looks at the Queen’s address and whether it will have the desired effect of lifting the nation. Housing and Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick updates us on the Prime Ministers health Plus Nick debunks some of the myths around CoronavirusGlobalMatt Hancock is back and speaking to LBC27689fef-43e8-4ab4-b434-6b26883e624bFri, 03 Apr 2020 11:34:00 +010038:03falsefull1131131Today, Nick Ferrari is joined by current Health Secretary Matt Hancock who has just recovered from Covid-19, and former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt answers listeners questions.GlobalWhy are so few NHS staff being tested?e6a7e243-1cba-43e8-8acb-3a9753153c9cThu, 02 Apr 2020 10:43:00 +010022:24falsefull1121121Testing is still not being performed on frontline NHS staff in any significant numbers. Nick is joined by Professor Paul Cosford, Emeritus Medical Director at Public Health England and also investigates why the banks are not helping small businesses with loansGlobalTesting, Testing, Testing02d72ade-3eab-4227-a25a-bcdc45eefbedWed, 01 Apr 2020 11:55:00 +010030:08falsefull1111111Nick examines Michael Gove’s comments from the Downing Street Press Conference yesterday where he said the UK must go ‘further’ and ‘faster’ when it comes to testing capacity and whether or not Government have been too slow to act. Nick is also joined by the Independent’s Travel Editor, Simon Calder to find out which Brits might not benefit from the repatriation flights announced by the Foreign Secretary earlier this week.GlobalCutting Back On Bin Collections2bc68962-0f06-4a89-8fa7-37ea43b3e0eaTue, 31 Mar 2020 12:35:00 +010028:15falsefull6106106Nick speaks with Transport Secretary Grant Shapps about how the police are interpreting the new lockdown guidelines plus Mr Shapps reports on the reduction in train and bus use. Nick also speak to one council member about how some council are cutting back on bin collectionsGlobalRetired Police Officers rejoin the force7aa7a67a-dc76-4c78-9940-911fce6cc0b7Mon, 30 Mar 2020 11:31:00 +010026:20falsefull19191Nick question’s the Government’s Health Minister as to why some NHS frontline staff are still struggling to get the correct Personal Protection Equipment Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick tells us about the number of retired officers who have signed up to rejoin the police force And why undertakers are now policing the number of attendees at funeralsGlobalPolice use of Drones during Lockdown4a873996-390a-41ca-8911-a58c15b664feFri, 27 Mar 2020 12:49:00 +010027:08falsefull18181In today’s LBC Coronavirus Podcast, Nick Ferrari asks whether it is acceptable for the police to use drones to take pictures of people out walking during the lockdown? He also looks at whether the Chancellor's measures to help the self-employed go far enough? Plus Nick examines how bad the Coronavirus situation in New York City is. Download now via the Global Player or wherever you get your podcastsGlobalProtection for NHS Staffdbe75f28-febf-4155-9766-ed8c38ab6545Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:57:00 +010026:41falsefull17171Nick also speaks to one of the 450,000 people who have signed for the Government's NHS Volunteers scheme to help the vulnerable in society. Plus a look at why some banks are charging over 12% interest rates on loans for businesses during this pandemic.GlobalAiming For 100,000 Tests Per Dayc9767d62-6097-4d37-b524-3b79c82b19a3Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:06:00 +010024:16falsefull16161Nick also speaks to National Medical Director of NHS England, Professor Stephen Powis and George Magnus who is an Economist and Author – who predicted that the US sub-prime mortgage crisis would trigger a global recession.GlobalWhat exactly is a key worker? Plus advice on home learningc23ad22c-209d-4fa9-9919-1b86c56c160cTue, 24 Mar 2020 14:19:00 +010023:11falsefull15151Nick also questions Chancellor of Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove about the latests lockdown measures including what exactly is a key worker? Plus how are parents coping with home learning?GlobalIs the lockdown coming?678da1bc-bbb2-4f48-a572-a389b06360c1Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +010021:33falsefull14141Nick speaks to health Secretary Matt Hancock, former Sainsburys boss Justin King, and gets some advice from employment lawyer Daniel Barnett.GlobalHealth Secretary Matt Hancock48786be5-9364-4141-916c-7481c7fff419Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +010031:40falsefull13131Nick talks to Health Secretary Matt Hancock, finds out what powers the Police could have to force people in to quarantine, and gets a virologist & GP to answer your questions.GlobalEducation Secretary Gavin Williamson speaks to Nick51b3fdba-1866-4853-971e-20c966a65db3Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +010023:41falsefull12121The day after it's announced that schools will close on Friday, Nick speaks to Education Secretary Gavin WilliamsonGlobalWhat help for businesses?c62a79f6-377a-4a2c-8653-97edb10110eeWed, 18 Mar 2020 02:00:00 +010019:25falsefull11111From LBC, Coronavirus UK: Daily update podcastGlobal