THIS week was dominated once again by protests and campaigns.

Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford forced the Government into an embarrassing u-turn over free school meals for disadvantaged families.

The 22-year-old Premier League star’s campaign to extend the scheme over the school holidays was successful after receiving the backing of politicians, celebrities and the public.

The scheme will cost the Government around £120m but help some of the most disadvantaged youngsters in the country with vouchers for use at supermarkets.

Premier League football finally returned, with players taking a knee before the kick off to show their support for anti-racism campaigners.

Black Lives Matters protests continued across the globe, with counter protests also springing up in London, Glasgow and other major cities.

On Saturday, more than 100 people were arrested in the capital after violence broke out as far-right groups targeted anti-racism demonstrations.

The nation mourned on Thursday when he death of Forces’ Sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn was announced.

Dame Vera, best known for her song We’ll Meet Again, was 103-years-old.

Shops also reopened on Monday, with queues outside big national retailers such as clothing chain Primark across the country.