Family heartbreak as husband and wife die from Covid on the same day

A husband a wife from Co Londonderry being treated for Covid-19 have died within hours of each other at Altnagelvin hospital.

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Subscribe              Jan 22, 2021           Good evening,   The Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) today reported the highest number of Covid-19 related deaths since the beginning of the pandemic last year.    These weekly figures - 156 deaths in the week from January 9 to 15 - bring a sobering reminder once again of how much an impact the virus is having on families across the Province.   Meanwhile, the regional secretary of Unison has offered an unreserved apology for the union's reaction to the involvement of military medical personnel in Northern Ireland's battle against Covid-19.   And serious concerns have been raised about the roll-out of the vaccination programme locally after a number of clinics were cancelled at short notice.   Enjoy your weekend safely.   Valerie Martin,   Head of Content   * If you want to enjoy accurate, fact-checked journalism that you can trust, why not sign up for a digital subscription?  You can have unlimited access to the work of our top journalists, thought-provoking columnists and exclusive content from as little as £1 a month? Check out your subscription options here.           Tragedy for family as married couple die from Covid on same day           A husband a wife from Co Londonderry being treated for Covid-19 have died within hours of each other at Altnagelvin hospital.                 LIVE BLOG: Robin Swann to look at jail time for repeat Covid-19 offenders   Health Minister, Robin Swann, said he is open minded about sending to prison those people who repeatedly breach Covid-19 legislation.           Covid-hit police station opens after deep clean   Downpatrick police station has reopened to the public following a deep clean of the facility after a number of staff tested positive for Covid 19.           Mid and East Antrim records recycling rise during lockdown   A decision to reopen Mid and East Antrim's household recycling centres during lockdown last year has been credited with reducing fly-tipping and improving recycling rates, councillors have been told.           Full closure of UK borders is being 'considered' - what we know so far   A full UK border closure is being "considered" by the UK government amid concerns about new variants of Covid-19 being imported from abroad.           Motorcycle racing in Northern Ireland suspended until June due to Covid-19   The governing body of motorcycle racing in Northern Ireland has suspended the start date for any tarmac racing until June.           Scientists warn those who refuse Covid jab won't be protected by herd immunity - this is why   Scientists are urging people not to rely on those who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 to keep them safe, as it is "pretty much impossible" for the UK to reach herd immunity.           Travel operator Saga says all customers must have a Covid vaccine - but is it legal?   Travel operator Saga has announced that its customers will have to be vaccinated from Covid before being able to travel with them.                 View more news

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