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“It is deeply regrettable that this took place at a time of national mourning and No 10 has apologised to the Palace. You heard from the PM this week, he’s recognised No 10 should be held to the highest standards, and take responsibility for things we did not get right.” - Boris Johnson’s spokesman as Downing Street apologised to Buckingham Palace after it emerged parties were held in Number 10 the day before the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral.

“We will not get a better opportunity than to have the weakness at the very top of London’s Government, and that weakness should be Scotland’s opportunity.” - Former Scotland first minister Alex Salmond says independence supporters should capitalise on the scandal engulfing Boris Johnson and push for another referendum.

“The actions we’ve taken in Wales to flatten the curve to bring it to an end more quickly, I think have paid real dividends here and thoroughly justify the actions that Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have taken.”

- Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford on his plan for easing coronavirus restrictions.

“It’s wonderful that the jury saw the bigger picture, that the court has vindicated our action, and we hope it in some small way inspires others to feel that there may be sacrifices to be made, perhaps particularly by people of faith.” - Reverend Sue Parfitt, one of three Extinction Rebellion activists who stopped a rush-hour train in central London, after being acquitted by a jury.

“The Morrison Government is firmly committed to protecting Australia’s borders, particularly in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic.” - Immigration minister Alex Hawke after cancelling for a second time Novak Djokovic’s visa, although the world number one could still play in the Australian Open.