https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/apr/07/air-pollution-linked-to-far-higher-covid-19-death-rates-study-finds PM2.5, the main pollutant when burning these fuels, has increased in some parts of the country due to people staying at home more and lighting more fires. The increase is likely to be seen more in residential areas where we now spend most of our time. This could increase further during the winter if there is a second wave of the virus. Wood and coal burning are the largest sources of PM2.5 in normal times. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/apr/24/coronavirus-detected-particles-air-pollution A number of studies link PM2.5 to a reduced immune response to viral infections and even increase the transmission of viral infections as well as reducing respiratory health; a temporary ban could be very important in slowing the effects of this awful virus. Even if just as a precaution, can we please consider temporarily banning burning of anything non essential that may lead to an increase PM2.5 levels Links 'How Air Pollution Makes The Coronavirus So Much More Dangerous Breathing dirty air damages our health and can create underlying conditions that dramatically elevate the risk of complications and death from COVID-19.' https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/apr/20/air-pollution-may-be-key-contributor-to-covid-19-deaths-study https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/air-pollution-coronavirus-health_n_5e833c50c5b62dd9f5d5f50d 'Lockdown eases seasonal smog - but wood fires and farming continue to cause pollution...A study of the Sars epidemic in China suggested that infected people were more likely to die if their area had poor-quality air.' https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/apr/02/lockdown-eases-seasonal-smog-pollution 'Air pollutants, especially PM2.5, PM10 ... can increase the risk of influenza like illnesses' https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-019-7607-2 https://twitter.com/atreeon/status/1245626899209916419

This is important because everyone is only really realising that the nhs do all the work whereas engineers, delivery drivers , cashiers , people Who stack shelves and even food suppliers are risking their lives as many people are personally I do not think it is fair

Delays and pausing to diagnosis and treatment will mean some cancers will be inoperable or beyond curative treatment. Cancer patients should not wait for Covid-19 to pass to receive the treatment they need. With the escalation of testing of staff and patients hospitals and hubs can be made safe for patients and staff can be treated safely and post operative complications minimised.

We all at some time in our lives need the NHS - let's fund it properly!! It is 'NOT FOR SALE ' IT BELONGS TO US - THE GENERAL PUBLIC Hospitals are NOT BUSINESSES - they are NOT businesses that need to make a profit

They have risked their lives on the frontline and saved so many lives

According to the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency 26% of all Covid 19 deaths in Northern Ireland to date are in Care Homes and hospices. https://www.nisra.gov.uk/sites/nisra.gov.uk/files/publications/Deaths%20Registered%20in%20NI%20-%20Week%2014%20-2020.pdf Many people living in residential and nursing homes are considered in the high-risk category. We must take every step we can to protect them. Widespread testing of residents and staff has not been taking place and there have also been significant shortages of personal protective equipment for staff.

Every single penny counts at this unprecedented time - you don't need to make him a hero - he already was one and he is even more of one now! OUR NHS needs everything we can give it - DOUBLE THE CASH

As the NHS is not a charity, far from it. This money could be used as a thankyou to all above mentioned from the hearts of Our Nation

Covid-19 has taken a toll on everyone. From the oldest to youngest and has basically kept everyone on edge. Front-liners such as NHS staff, police and more have sacrificed so much as their family and even off days to ensure that the country is kept running and people are kept safe.It is hard for everyone but i cannot begin to even understand the turmoil this illness has put such workers through. Yes, a handclap will keep them motivated and feel somewhat appreciated but I and many others feel they need to be appreciated exceedingly and beyond now more than ever. Please help this plea get to the very top so as to see a change in the wages of our dear workers . THEY DESERVE IT 🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏿 P.S If you can share this I would be very grateful. If you don't know how, its really easy! All you have to do is share this link - (https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pay-rise-for-front-liners?share=7fc6317b-6803-482c-8cf3-145045123143&source=rawlink&utm_source=rawlink&share=98c4adb4-ca05-4ba2-a13d-ed73d550e4b2 )on social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and more. Thanks.

Many NHS staff and care workers have to stay in contact with isolated vulnerable people through WhatsApp and other similar apps which uses up their existing data allowance. They often they have to use the WiFi of hospitals and other medical departments which is puts a strain on the existing I.T resources which are already over capacity because of the current Covid-19 situation. Providing NHS staff and support workers with unlimited data will free up hospital and GP practice WiFi for more critical needs.

For the Country to recognise and show our appreciation to all NHS and Social Care Workers on the frontline for the sacrifice.

My father purchased a new passport for £200 only a month ago before sadly dying from pancreatic cancer. My mother contacted the passport office to cancel the passport and was told there would be no refund on the £200 paid only a month before. This is an absolute disgrace !!!