Pressure Mounting On Johnson To Call In British Government's Ethics Adviser After Health Secretary Caught Kissing Close Aide In Breach Of Covid Restrictions
Lawyers say Matt Hancock may have broken the law, although he only admitted to breaching guidance
Barrister Adam Wagner says it comes down to whether the encounter last month was "reasonably necessary":
"Was that gathering reasonably necessary for Matt Hancock's work. I just can't see how it could be. The reality is that this was probably illegal under the regulations which Matt Hancock signed into law."
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Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
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Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
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International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
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UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
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Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
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UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
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