New figures from a freedom of information request show the money included £7,000 on food parcels for students self-isolating, and £56,000 on face coverings.

As the country goes into its third Covid-19 lockdown we are asking experts their top tips on a range of topics to make life easier. 

The Mayors of Greater Manchester and the Liverpool City Region have called on the government to cancel Btec exams following the national lockdown.