Boris Johnson at his Downing Street press conference on March 8, 2021
A closer look at the timeline of fans returning to sporting venues
The Government has decided to delay plans to ease all restrictions by up to four weeks.
Jun 14, 21:06
 Boris Johnson at his Downing Street press conference on March 8, 2021
Sports fans anxiously wait for news over coronavirus restrictions
Boris Johnson looks set to delay the lifting of controls, which had been slated for June 21.
Jun 14, 07:48
 England's Dominic Calvert-Lewin takes a knee on March 25, 2021
FA urges England fans to "respect the wishes" of players taking a knee
The Three Lions open their Group D campaign against Croatia at Wembley on Sunday, where 22,500 fans are anticipated to watch on from the stands.
Jun 12, 20:54
 England's James Anderson celebrates his 600th wicket on August 25, 2020
James Anderson: 'England players are trying to improve themselves as people'
Ollie Robinson has been suspended following historic racist and sexist tweets.
Jun 8, 12:41
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
ECB investigating claims of second player posting "historic offensive material"
Ollie Robinson was on Sunday evening suspended from all international cricket pending an investigation.
Jun 7, 20:08
 England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Boris Johnson agrees with Oliver Dowden over Ollie Robinson punishment
Ollie Robinson has been suspended over historical tweets but the Prime Minister agreed with Oliver Dowden's assessment the ECB has gone 'over the top'.
Jun 7, 16:17
 England's Dominic Calvert-Lewin takes a knee on March 25, 2021
Boris Johnson urges fans to "get behind" England amid knee booing
Boris Johnson's spokesman said the Prime Minister fully respects the players' right to protest.
Jun 7, 14:03
 A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
Government not planning to ease quarantine for visiting Euro 2020 fans
Tournament director Martin Kallen told the PA news agency on Friday that talks between UEFA and the Government were ongoing.
Jun 5, 08:10
 A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
UEFA and British Government in discussion over easing quarantine for Euros
Arrivals from amber list countries to the UK must quarantine for 10 days.
Jun 4, 15:35
 Juventus' Weston McKennie celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on January 24, 2021
Italian clubs face Serie A ban if Super League project restarts
Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan were among the 12 sides who announced themselves as founder members of the new Super League on April 18.
Apr 26, 16:20
 Manchester United executive vice-president Ed Woodward pictured in September 2020
Downing Street insists PM did not discuss Super League with Ed Woodward
Downing Street said Boris Johnson had not signalled any support for a breakaway competition.
Apr 26, 15:02
 Rangers midfielder Steven Davis celebrates scoring against Celtic on April 18, 2021
Celtic and Rangers to join British Super League?
Celtic and Rangers are reportedly part of plans for a new British Super League, which would be backed by the Government despite the recent European Super League fiasco.
Apr 22, 11:45
 Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge pictured on March 11, 2021
Duke of Cambridge keen to "secure the future health of the game at all levels"
Prime Minister Boris Johnson promised that a "root-and-branch" review into the way football is run will consider how to boost the role of fans.
Apr 21, 20:46
 Boris Johnson appears at PMQs on December 9, 2020
Boris Johnson promises "root-and-branch" review of football
Former sports minister Tracey Crouch is to investigate the governance of the sport and how supporters can have more say in the running of their clubs.
Apr 21, 16:16
 Liverpool fans protest the planned European Super League outside the stadium before the match. It was announced twelve of Europe's top football clubs will launch a breakaway Super League
Report: 'Big six could yet face Premier League punishment'
The six English clubs have withdrawn from the competition in the wake of fan protests.
Apr 21, 13:27
 Oliver Dowden pictured in March 2020
Oliver Dowden: 'New football regulator not off the table'
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said it was also right to look at how fans can have a stake in their clubs.
Apr 21, 09:18
 Manchester United fans hold an anti Super League banner outside Old Trafford as twelve of Europe's top football clubs launch a breakaway Super League
A timeline of Tuesday's events surrounding the European Super League
A look at how events unfolded on a dramatic day.
Apr 20, 20:06
 A message of #SayNoToSuperLeague flies over the stadium before the match as fans protest the planned European Super League
What happens next after European Super League withdrawals?
All the English clubs involved have announced their departures from the project.
Apr 20, 20:05
 UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin during the draw in October 2020
UEFA president says Big Six owners are making a "huge mistake"
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has offered the Government's 'unwavering support' for attempts to prevent the breakaway.
Apr 20, 10:48
 UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin during the draw in October 2020
Football authorities to consider next move in fight against ESL
The 'Big Six' clubs will be excluded from an emergency Premier League meeting on Tuesday to discuss a response to the proposals.
Apr 20, 07:38
 Liverpool's James Milner pictured with manager Jurgen Klopp on January 31, 2021
Liverpool's James Milner against European Super League
The plan has provoked widespread outrage, with high-profile figures from football and politics uniting to condemn the proposals.
Apr 19, 23:00
 Alan Shearer for Newcastle
Alan Shearer urges Premier League to ban Big Six clubs
Six Premier League sides are part of an initial group of 12 clubs breaking away to form new competition.
Apr 19, 14:31
 Gary Neville pictured in January 2020
Former players and government officials react to European Super League
Jamie Carragher and Prime Minister Boris Johnson have condemned plans for six English clubs to turn their backs on the Champions League.
Apr 19, 07:24
 General view of Manchester United's Old Trafford taken August 2018
New European Super League competition is confirmed
Twelve of Europe's leading football clubs, including six from the Premier League, announce a new European Super League competition.
Apr 18, 22:21
 Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce pictured on March 7, 2021
Steve Bruce has "no opinion" on Newcastle takeover saga
The Magpies beat the Hammers at the London Stadium in September.
Apr 16, 11:47
 Boris Johnson has his temperature taken on January 4, 2021
Downing Street: 'Boris Johnson did not intervene in Newcastle United takeover saga'
Downing Street says the Government was not involved in the talks at any stage.
Apr 15, 16:08
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Sports would accept coronavirus passports to help return of capacity crowds
Test events are being launched over the coming weeks as part of the Government's roadmap out of lockdown.
Apr 8, 21:27
 Boris Johnson at his Downing Street press conference on March 8, 2021
Boris Johnson admits "ethical issues" with vaccine passports for test events
Wembley Stadium will stage three pilot events for the government's 'Covid status certification' scheme.
Apr 5, 18:46
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Supporter groups criticise lack of consultation for Wembley pilot events
The Carabao Cup final, the second FA Cup semi-final and the FA Cup final are part of plans to ease the return of mass gatherings.
Apr 4, 20:39
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Wembley to welcome back supporters as part of coronavirus passport scheme
The Carabao Cup final, the second FA Cup semi-final and the FA Cup final are part of plans to ease the return of mass gatherings.
Apr 4, 10:49
 Manchester City players pose with the trophy as they celebrate winning the EFL Cup on March 1, 2020
EFL 'remains optimistic over fans for EFL cup final'
Government restrictions would limit the attendance for the Wembley showpiece to a maximum of 10,000.
Mar 22, 20:00
 A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
England "not lobbying" for extra host matches at Euro 2020
Boris Johnson has spoken positively about the possibility of England staging more games if one or more of the current 12 host cities cannot.
Mar 5, 18:29
 A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
Ten English stadiums 'on standby' to host Euro 2020
Anfield and Old Trafford are among 10 English grounds that could host Euro 2020 matches if the tournament is staged solely in Britain, according to a report.
Mar 3, 09:44
 England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on September 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate: 'Britain are well-placed to host the Euros'
London, Glasgow and Dublin are among 12 cities currently scheduled to host matches in the rescheduled tournament.
Mar 2, 11:53
<Previous Page
Next Page >
rhs 2.0
New TV Picks header

Wednesday, June 4


Race Across the World: BBC One, 9pm
With the finish line fast approaching, the four teams need to reach checkpoint seven in Panaji, Goa

Coronation Street: ITVX, from 7am and ITV1, 8pm
George offers to join Eileen in relocating to Thailand - how will she react?

The Rise and Fall of Michelle Mone: iPlayer, now and BBC Two, 9pm
This time, the fall. Three letters: PPE