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First UK lockdown saw a ‘steep rise’ in cases of depression among children

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The first lockdown to slow the spread of coronavirus in the UK led to a ‘steep rise’ in cases of depression, including in children as young as seven, a new study reveals.   Scientists from the Medical Research Council compared data from parents, teachers and children on the mental health of kids aged 7 to 12 … Read more

Retailers post ‘steep drop’ in sales as they plunge by 37% in the year to June

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Retailers post ‘steep drop’ in sales as they plunge by 37% in the year to June amid coronavirus lockdown while growth in internet purchases rose at fastest rate since 2018 Non-essential shops have now been given the green light to cautiously reopen  But retailers remain pessimistic after reporting a 37 per cent slump for June … Read more